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Sarasota County Commissioner Carolyn Mason presented a proclamation honoring Sally and Sam Shapiro. Photo by Molly Schechter.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • November 28, 2012
Black Tie & Tales

They've got skills!; "If you're worried about children, talk to my wife."

  • Arts + Culture
Bethany Lynch, a senior development manager for the southeastern region of the American Cancer Society, says the Making Strides Mother's Day brunch will give people an opportunity to celebrate those impacted by cancer. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 28, 2021
Virtual strides to fight cancer in Lakewood Ranch

American Cancer Society hosts virtual events to support those impacted by cancer.

  • East County
  • News
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 3, 2015
Off the Beaten Path: Exploring Old Florida with Matt Allison

Off the Beaten Path: Exploring Old Florida with Matt Allison

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 29, 2019
Sarasota County sets sandbag filling stations

Three sites will open Friday morning in anticipation of possibly heavy rains from Hurricane Dorian.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mark Vanderee, a Waterline Road resident, argued the proposed development is not compatible with the rural nature of the area.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • September 11, 2013
Waterline Road project denied

A decision to deny a residential project situated in a rural community raises questions about the future of development in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • April 17, 2019
School Board continues debate on reserve fund calculations

As the school district enters deficit spending, board members stand divided regarding reserve fund calculations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 24, 2019
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Sean White

The Riverview High quarterback talks offseason improvement areas and overcoming mistakes.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The Sarasota City Commission will also consider approving a $25,000 mural art project for the interior walls of the Palm Avenue parking garage.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 3, 2011
Commission discusses Lido Pool today

Sarasota city commissioners will most likely approve a new contract with the current Lido Pool concession operator.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Interim City Manager Terry Lewis has instructed the police command staff to walk downtown for two weeks to see the issues firsthand.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 23, 2012
Aggressive vagrants anger commissioners

The Sarasota Police Department has been told to curtail a growing, aggressive population of homeless people downtown.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Veronica Brady and Mary Ann Robinson
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • March 19, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival Sponsor Kick Off

Sarasota Film Festival Sponsor Kick Off

  • Black Tie
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 18, 2012
Town preps for property value drop

Property-tax estimates won't be released until June, but town staff is preparing for an estimated $255,000 drop in revenue.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Elizabeth Gomez-Mayo, Mike Cosentino, Al Watson, Joyce Thompson and Linda Valley prepare for today’s Sarasota County Commission
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 11, 2016
Siesta Key organizer sues Sarasota County

Reopen Beach Road founder Mike Cosentino this week made his lawsuit against county commissioners official.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 16, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, March 22

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Nicole Unger |
  • July 30, 2014
Day Trippin' — Hunting for shark teeth at Caspersen Beach

Day Trippin' — Hunting for shark teeth at Caspersen Beach

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • August 19, 2019
Longboat's Christ Church fish fry feeds friends

Members of the congregation came together to socialize and eat

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 14, 2014
County removes eagles' nest from Ed Smith Stadium

A pair of bald eagles lost their winter home Friday, as Sarasota County removed a nest from the lights at the Baltimore Orioles’ Spring Training site.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The Whitehouses have been volunteering at the Phillippi Farmhouse Market for a collective 17 years. Fred, who is the market manager, has been there for 11 years and Grace, who runs the welcome tent, has volunteered there for six.Â
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • October 21, 2019
Sarasota couple awarded Florida voluntary service award

The Whitehouses have volunteered at the Phillippi Farmhouse market for a collective 17 years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
GreyHawk Landing resident Tony Bryan uses his personal video equipment to record community development district meetings.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 4, 2017
Bradenton community tries new neighborhood watch

Resident's hobby pays dividends for those who want to view GreyHawk Landing CDD meetings.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 21, 2018
Town officials putt for Arts, Culture and Education Center

The officials earned $22,450 for the future Arts, Culture and Education Center Oct. 21 during an OPL Putting Challenge.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
David Marshall, principal at Gene Witt Elementary School, says the renovations allowed for more storage space for teachers and students to use. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 2, 2020
Gene Witt upgrades thrill administrators

Renovations of two buildings were completed for the new school year while construction on an addition continues.

  • East County
  • News
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