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Developer Jim Bridges described the architecture of “The Queue,” which could break ground as early as March, as urban modern, with lots of glass and an open look.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • November 15, 2012
Modern townhomes proposed for downtown

The project requires a Planning Board and City Commission vote to move forward.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 10, 2014
How did the county offset its recession losses?

Manatee County officials take a close look at the budget each year to find money to offset deficits caused by a lack of county revenue created from property value losses.

  • East County
  • News
Tyler Michael Lennox was born to Aberdeen residents Laura Eslinger-Lennox and Michael Lennox at 1:23 p.m. Aug. 9, 2011.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 24, 2011
Birth Announcements 08.25.11

Congratulations to the East County parents who celebrated recent births.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 6, 2013
News Briefs

Commissioners considers re-lease of Burns Square lot; North Trail rezone public hearing is continued

  • Sarasota
  • News
These two make every second of every day an adventure. Photo by Jenny Waring.
  • By Michael Eng |
  • November 22, 2011
Fifty more reasons this father is thankful today

There have been multiple occasions in the car with my two young children when I've turned to my wife and told her the only thing I wanted for Christmas, my birthday or Father's Day is that limousine window that separates the driver from the back seat.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Sediment buildup in the canals throughout Sea Plume Way has made routine dredging necessary. Photos by Rachel S. O'Hara.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 30, 2012
Canal clearing finishes $24,000 under budget

Sarasota County cleared the sediment buildup in the waterway around Sea Plume Way. Siesta Key residents will pay thousands less than expected.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Danielle Ammaccapane holed-out for birdie on the 18th fairway to lead Team USA to a 26-22 victory over the World team at last year's Handa Cup.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 23, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Golfing legends return to Palm Aire for the Handa Cup.

  • East County
  • Sports
The proposed 2013-14 Sarasota County School Board budget includes a slight millage rate increase after a state-mandated segment of the rate rose over last year.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 22, 2013
Sarasota County School Board to present 2013-14 budget

The board's 2013-14 budget shows signs of recovery following years of cuts and declining revenues.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • July 26, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: The Paper Tree

The Paper Tree is a one-stop shop for all things custom and entertaining.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 9, 2017
Ten Sarasota things you missed while you were up north

You mean you weren't watching Siesta Key all summer?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Hefty fines will be issued for any traffic violation in a school zone or near a school bus.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • August 19, 2011
School zones to be heavily patrolled

The Sarasota Police Department and Sarasota County Sheriff's Office will be closely monitoring all school zones on the first day of school - Monday, Aug. 22.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 10, 2015
News Briefs

Police recover body after plunge from Ringling Bridge; Town Hall to close for Presidents Day; Longboat Pass bridge work begins; Mote announces dolphin's death

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota coach Ed Volz celebrates following his team’s district championship victory over Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 7, 2013
Playoff Picture

The Sarasota, Cardinal Mooney, Riverview and Booker High football teams all earned berths in the playoffs this season.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 25, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, April 27

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Courtesy photo Jennifer Macleod
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 10, 2014
Football Friday

The Observer wraps up the week in football.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 6, 2010
Arts Center programs promise to make waves

The Longboat Key Center of the Arts will kick off its winter season with a 'Making Waves' exhibit by artist Malcolm Robertson that runs from Jan. 15 through Feb. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 17, 2013
Sidelines 7.18.13

Pirates to hold football camp; Golf-lesson bazaar on swing evaluations tees off at Rosedale; Manatee Cal Ripken Baseball registration is under way

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 31, 2010
Commissioner expresses Key Club project concerns

Commissioner Gene Jaleski asked the town attorney last week if he is protected from legal ramifications that could arise from the club's Islandside project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Carolyn Johnson and Isabel Norton have been friends and friends of Ringling College for more than 40 years. They're most recent challenge: raising $16 million for a new college library.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • September 30, 2015
Bound by Friendship

Art advocates Isabel Norton and Carolyn Johnson are using their love of education to make Ringling College’s new library a reality.

  • Arts + Culture
Lynn Schramek with her Parkinson's Cafe Cultural Art Series at the Sarasota Ballet. Courtesy photo.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • September 30, 2015
Residents' Parkinson's group focuses on the positive

Lynn Schramek started the support group in New York and is extending it to local residents and their partners.

  • East County
  • News
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