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  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • August 28, 2014
Humane Society searches for pet models

The Humane Society of Sarasota County will be accepting entries for its 3rd annual 'The Real HousePets of Sarasota County' Pet Calendar and Photo Contest. The winner will be featured on the cover of the 2015 calendar and each of the top 12 finalists will be showcased as a pet of the month.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kelsey Grau |
  • June 4, 2014
OBITUARY: Mary Kay Grimes

Mary Kay Grimes, 86, of St. Petersburg and formerly of Longboat Key, died April 29.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • September 26, 2014
Casey Key property sells for $8 million

A Casey Key gulf-to-bay estate was purchased for $8 million Thursday, the highest-priced sale on the island in nearly five years.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 1, 2014
Gas station undergoes rebranding effort

Longboat Key's only gas station changed from a BP station to a Mobil station last night.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • January 15, 2014
Jewels on the Bay Designer Showhouse

Boys and Girls Clubs of Sarasota County's 19th annual Jewels on the Bay Designer Showhouse event runs Jan. 19 to Feb. 16.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • August 19, 2013
School Board goes back to class

The Sarasota County School Board will meet tomorrow for the first monthly work session and board meeting of the 2013-2014 school year.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 6, 2013
City finds no evidence of Save Our Seabirds claims

City staff reported that they found no issues over the past two months at the bird-rescue facility.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 18, 2013
Weekend Best Best: Culture Collective Kick-off Party

Join Asolo Repertory Theatre, FSU/Asolo Conservatory, the Sarasota Ballet, Sarasota Orchestra, Sarasota Opera, The Ringling and the Arts and Cultural Alliance; along with community group sponsors, Visit Sarasota County and the Gulf Coast Community Foundation; and The Observer and ThisweekinSarasota.com in celebrating Sarasota Culture Collective this weekend.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 17, 2025
Longboat rolls out building-permit upgrade

The new system allows deeper access and a standardized approach to the process.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • April 18, 2025
Leaderboard tightens on cut day at LECOM Suncoast Classic

Jose Fernandez Valdes and Michael Johnson are tied for the lead at 12-under-par.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Janet Combs |
  • January 8, 2024
2023 debutantes make their entrance with grace, charm and poise

The 42nd annual Debutante Ball unveiled the year's class while benefiting youth programs of the Sarasota Orchestra.

  • Black Tie
  • By Letter to the Editor |
  • September 24, 2025
School closures threaten Sarasota’s economy

Shutting down Wilkinson Elementary would just be the start of many future closures, one reader says.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 19, 2025
New internal imaging system in use by Sarasota County EMS

The Sarasota County Fire Department's new life-saving tool delivers internal imaging to paramedics on the scene.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Eric Snider |
  • August 19, 2021
Deep Dive

Mote’s Aquaculture Research Park is helping save the world, one fish at a time.

  • LWR Life
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 17, 2010
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Incorporation

Readers respond to Lakewood Ranch's first public meeting regarding incorporation.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • February 15, 2012
Scene & Heard

Boca Grande actors give WBTT some love; Hollywood choreographer scouts Sarasota for 'East Side Story'; Sarasota Opera Association hatches 'Pot of Gold' fundraiser

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 10, 2020
Waterside housing options expand with Southside project in Lakewood Ranch

Waterside housing options expand with Southside project in Lakewood Ranch

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 2, 2020
Ringing strong

Marjorie Klotz, 104, rings the bell for St. Armands Key Lutheran Church.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 30, 2021
Boo at the Bazaar makes for happy Halloween

The Bazaar at Apricot and Lime hosted its annual event with plenty of candy and festive decor.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • March 4, 2023
Sarasota Orchestra brings Yo Yo Ma to Sarasota

The renowned musician Yo-Yo Ma played with the Sarasota Orchestra at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall during its annual gala on March 2.

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