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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 24, 2015
School fields day of fun

Sea of Strengths Academy hosted its first field day at Greenbrook Adventure Park.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • July 2, 2010
Fireworks boom over the bay (WITH VIDEO)

Mar Vista kicked off this Fourth of July weekend with its second annual "Boom-Boom on the Bay." The BeachHouse will hold its fireworks extravaganza July 3, followed by The Sandbar Restaurant July 4.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 1, 2011
Pension board debates next step

The Firefighters Pension Board isn't sure whether it should fire Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, its investment consultant.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Martin Gold, UF CityLab director, sees refrigerator doors as a place where Americans tell the stories of their lives.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 5, 2017
In 'Human Tales on Refrigerator Doors,' a uniquely American storytelling platform

The Center For Architecture Sarasota exhibit examines the kitchen appliance’s role in sharing the stories of our lives.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 20, 2009
Worship Services

Worship Services

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 9, 2014
News Briefs

Town attorney starts office hours for commission; Police department offers medication disposal

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch Chargers Zitaly Salinas, Bond Barone, Annalise Miller and Taylor Schwenk stand with the U.S. Paralympic team.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 26, 2017
U.S. Paralympic Soccer Team inspires at Premier Sports Campus

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
The Kolter Group provided this rendering of the view from the planned 18-story Ritz-Carlton residential development.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 21, 2016
Bayfront growth continues with Quay and Ritz projects

The long-awaited buildout of the Sarasota Quay property took another step forward this week. Just to the south, developers announced plans for a new 18-story condo overlooking the water.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Photo courtesy of Mote Marine Laboratory
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 9, 2017
Mote scientist tests out "MythBusters: The Search"

Tracy Fanara, an environmental engineer at Mote, made her debut on The Science Channel Show on Jan. 7.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Peter Hull surveys the damage on Ogden Street on north Siesta Key.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • November 30, 2017
Looking back at a big hurricane season for Sarasota County

This season only brought two named storms to Sarasota. One you probably forgot. One you never will.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Emma Burke |
  • February 19, 2020
Key Notes: 'Siesta Key' Season 3, Episode 7

Key Notes: 'Siesta Key' Season 3, Episode 7

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • December 6, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Dec. 7

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Megan Ianero and Maggie McDonedal mimicked each other’s dance moves.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • May 31, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Haile Eighth-Grade Dance

Haile Middle School eighth-graders danced off into high school at its annual end-of-year dance. Almost 300 students came out to the masquerade-themed dance.

  • East County
  • News
ODA senior Parke Phillips hit three home runs, including two grand slams, the first week of the season.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 18, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Riverview sweeps Player of the Year and Coach of the Year honors for Class 8A

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
John Wild rings the bell outside of Publix. Courtesy photo.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 18, 2017
Kiwanis Club lends a helping hand

The club helped the Salvation Army with its kettle campaign during the holiday season.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • April 5, 2012
State Street: Urban Chic Meets Classic Comfort with a Twist!

State Street: Urban Chic Meets Classic Comfort with a Twist!

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 23, 2010
Cops Corner 09.23.10

A security guard on routine patrol noticed a puff of smoke coming from the top level of a parking garage. He didn't know if a fire had started, so he investigated. When he reached the top level, he saw three teenagers riding their bikes down the garage ramp.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 17, 2016
Sarasota developer plans Arlington Park townhomes

Local native Leonard Meyer hopes to house doctors, nurses and interns in six four-story buildings slated for the neighborhood east of the South Trail.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"The Swingaroos: Hollywood Serenade" runs through Aug. 30. Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • August 12, 2019
'The Swingaroos: Hollywood Serenade' celebrates the glory days of Hollywood

Florida Studio Theatre's latest cabaret show honors the past without living in it.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 6, 2014
High Five Moments of the Week

The top five sports moments of the week.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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