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Teagan Allen, 11, in the Sailor Circus Holiday Spectacular.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • December 23, 2015
Sarasota calendar 12.24.15

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Dec. 24.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Joe Sedik |
  • February 3, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Masters Art Festival

PHOTO GALLERY: Masters Art Festival

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
On Tuesday, Feb. 21, work crews removed the next on the New Pass Bridge, as transportation officials said it obscured the bridge signal.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 22, 2017
Ospreys return to site of New Pass nest removal

The nest was obscuring a traffic signal, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Daniel Craig (left) in "Casino Royale." Photo source: DVD.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 21, 2018
Binge Blog: Wringing out the old year

The final recommendations of 2018 — "Casino Royale," "La Vita è Bella" ("Life is Beautiful"), streaming service Kanopy and social media app/site Letterboxd — are two of the best films of all time and the latest tools for movie-lovers.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Sheriff Rick Wells.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 10, 2017
Manatee County Sheriff — 'Looters won't be tolerated'

Sheriff Rick Wells tells public to stay off the roads until curfew ends at 3 p.m. Monday.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 22, 2009
Our View

Our arbitrary and capricious code

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 1, 2022
The Paradise Center hosts hypertufa class

Six students arranged succulents and decorations in their hypertufa pots on Feb. 25.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Levin Valayil stars as Mowgli in Rick Miller and Craig Francis’ adaptation of “Jungle Book,” playing through June 24 at FSU Center for the Performing Arts. Photo courtesy Gary W. Sweetman
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • June 15, 2018
Small but mighty pack of actors take on 'Jungle Book' with Asolo Rep

Asolo Repertory Theatre’s ‘Jungle Book’ uses a small cast and big multimedia effects to get its message across at FSU Center for the Performing Arts.

  • Arts + Culture
Honorees Dr. Lisa Merritt, Lee-En Chung and Linda DiGabriele
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • December 16, 2021
Designing Women Boutique honors exemplary women at 20th anniversary gala

The event was held Dec. 12.

  • Black Tie
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 11, 2021
Sarasota weather page photo: February 11

Gordan Silver captured the beauty of the Ringling Bridge and downtown Sarasota from Bird Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 11, 2021
Longboat Key weather page photo: February 11

Karen Weissenstein captured a heart shape of sunlight during sunset on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 11, 2021
East County weather page photo: February 11

Allison Rhodes captured a photo of this baby alligator in Riverwalk Ridge in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By John Ewing |
  • March 22, 2013
Clásico: Downtown's newest spot for dinner, late-night bites and libations

Clásico: Downtown's newest spot for dinner, late-night bites and libations

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Sarasota's police chief and her daughter caught robbery suspects on Saturday.
  • By Amanda Heisey |
  • June 10, 2013
June 10: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota Police Chief catches suspected robbers; Sarasota County budget talks continue; Weekend events recap

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Charles Shoemaker saw “Cats” on a Disney Cruise, and ever since, he's dreamed of performing it. For now, he’s a mouse.  Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 10, 2018
Little mouse stars in play with big heart at Venice Theatre

Venice Theatre’s production of “Stuart Little” plays with scale and utilizes teamwork to teach audiences a big lesson with lead Charles Shoemaker.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 16, 2020
Manatee County Court Judge Group 4: Connie Mederos Jacobs

Meet the candidate.

  • East County
  • News
In 2018, Randy Langley ran against Ed Zunz for a town commission seat. Today, only one of those signs would be allowed, and it would be 1-foot square.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • January 10, 2019
New Longboat sign ordinance goes into effect

Town's rules regarding signs were rewritten to comply with a 2015 Supreme Court decision.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
In addition to sharing a preliminary concept image for a carousel in St. Armands Circle Park, the project team said the ride could be configured to reflect the area’s history and incorporate work from local artists. File image
  • By David Conway |
  • June 10, 2021
St. Armands carousel concept sparks controversy

Amid criticism from nearby residents, the group behind a proposal to place a carousel in St. Armands Circle is asking for community input before city officials weigh in.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Janet Trefry and Terry Stocker
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • March 1, 2019
Church of the Redeemer can hear the bells, too

The church famous for its bells teaches downtown residents about what they mean.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
In addition to revisiting the renovation plans, Mayor Hagen Brody expressed an interest in discussing the maintenance of the property, which has been closed since March.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 14, 2021
Bobby Jones plans back on the table

The City Commission will hold a workshop as it considers altering a renovation project for the municipal golf course.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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