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Photo courtesy Los Angeles Times
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • September 26, 2018
'Fahrenheit 11/9' explores American democracy's struggle under Trump

Michael Moore's new documentary is a scary look at Trump's America with some hopeful undertones.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Jenny Casch, Beth Miller, Debbie Fulton
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 24, 2022
Savor the Sounds attendees brave chilly Longboat Key night

Despite the wind and drizzle of earlier in the day, about 100 people turned up for the concert.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jannie Jones and Meredith Jones. Photo by Matthew Holler.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 15, 2016
Theater review: 'Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves'

FST's fast-paced —occasionally raunchy — musical revue lives up to its title.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Building permits have risen in town over the last few years.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 27, 2019
Town considers revamped inspection, permit fees

Self-sufficiency and safety are the goals of reworked plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
For the 2012 Chalk Festival, 200,000 eventgoers came to Burns Square, as did 500 artists over the course of 10 days. Some Burns Square merchants, however, say the festival should not be more than two or three days. File photo.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • May 9, 2013
Chalk festival outlines possible move

A relocation of the festival in 2014, to the Rosemary District could alleviate the concerns of some Burns Square business owners.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The home at 3535 Flamingo Ave. was built in 2002. It has four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, a pool and 4,560 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • May 26, 2022
Bay Island Shores home sells for $4.9 million

A Bay Island Shores home on Flamingo Avenue tops the week's sales at $4.9 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 1, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 9.1.2016

Enjoy this week’s edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
C.J. Bannister received the Woman Veteran of the Year Award from Sarasota County Veterans Commission President Ted Smith.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • December 3, 2015
Goodwill Manasota director named Woman Veteran of the Year

C.J. Bannister, director for the Goodwill Manasota Veterans Services Program, helps veterans adjust to civilian life.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Out-of-Door Academy senior Austin Brinling was a Taylor Emmons Scholarship recipient. He said it changed his life.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 20, 2019
ODA center fielder reflects on Taylor Emmons Scholarship

The Out-of-Door Academy center fielder Austin Brinling, a Florida commit, reflects on receiving the Taylor Emmons Scholarship to attend ODA.

  • East County
  • Sports
Lois and Nick Mancuso were the second family to close on a home in Cascades. They love the community’s close-knit feel, amenities and social opportunities.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 11, 2015
Cascades community celebrates 10 years

The East County community offers residents classes such as pottery and line dancing, as well as other amenities.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Carl Kaseman, Richard Gress, Tim Towell and Mark Waeltin — Photo by Peter Acker
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 10, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 05.11.17

From graduation parties to helicopter ball drops, here's the latest on the Sarasota social scene.

  • Black Tie
Black Diamond Burlesque's  first shows were held at Selva Grill on Main Street.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • September 10, 2020
Black Diamond Burlesque celebrates 10 years

The burlesque company still feels pride in the milestone despite postponing its anniversary show.

  • Arts + Culture
Lee Clay Jordan III, 1961 - 2019
  • In Memoriam |
  • February 4, 2019
Lee Clay Jordan III

Lee Clay Jordan III, 1961 - 2019

  • Sarasota
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Marilyn and Jim May have committed this year to adding more Easter decorations to their mailbox.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • April 5, 2021
Neighborhood celebrates Easter with decorative mailboxes

The Cottages of Rivendell has started sprucing up their mailboxes for each Easter.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 8, 2012
Trial set for Chris Brown case

Siesta Key property owner Chris Brown increased his settlement offer to Sarasota County 15% to $315,000. County attorneys want more information.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Jerry Fogle and John Kretzer, manager of landscape operations, helped oversee the construction of the playground that opened Wednesday, Oct. 1 at Pioneer Park.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 3, 2019
City continues to prioritize parks and recreation

The official launch of a park district is an opportunity for the city of Sarasota to improve its public parks and continue long-term strategic work, officials say.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota Scullers rowers Laura Corbett-Brown and Karen Wiegandt show off their medals.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 2, 2018
Sarasota rowers find success in Masters Regatta

Many people from the area took home gold

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Each year, Patricia Christmas buys her family Christmas pajamas and T-shirts. Clockwise from bottom left are Elijah, Jermaine, Patricia, Tremaine and Genesys.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 19, 2018
Christmas all the time for Bradenton family

This family knows had to spread Christmas joy.

  • East County
  • News
Along with sushi, Pacific Rim offers a variety of fusion foods, including steak, lobster and grilled fish.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 30, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Pacific Rim

This week we went in the kitchen at Pacific Rim with owner Veth Senenoi and chef Bryan while he prepares the Hot Lava Roll, a spicy makimono sushi roll filled with cream cheese and crab stick, and topped with a baked medley of sauces and seafood.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The grassy lot adjacent to Siesta Key is used for parking during the Siesta Key Crystal Classic and serves as a source of revenue for its budget.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 30, 2012
Crystal Classic organizers prep for future

The committee planning the fall sandsculpting competition on Siesta will implement changes this year to bolster the event for the future.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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