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Town Hall officials last month received a preliminary site plan for the facility. Now, the IDA can move forward to buy the property. Courtesy rendering.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 11, 2012
Ranch to build new facility

The new maintenance facility, which will be located on 59th Avenue East, should translate to cost savings for residents.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 16, 2020
Amy Holmes has "tri"-ed it all

From basketball in high school to triathlons these days, the SWAT team member lives a active life.

  • Health
A condominium in The Beach Residences recently for $3.5 million. Built in 2005, it has four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths and 3,861 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $3.3 million in 2017.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • January 2, 2019
The Beach Residences condo sells for $3.5 million

Residential real estate transactions for Dec. 10-14.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Jeff Cima and Lauren Ward star in "Crossing Delancey." Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • June 20, 2018
'Crossing Delancey' offers warm, human comedy

The latest Players Centre for Performing Arts show, "Crossing Delancey," hints that good writers care about people.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The town of Longboat Key has been posting to Instagram since late August.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 24, 2019
Town dives into Instagram

Longboat Key adds account to social media.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 8, 2021
Tennis for Fun returns on Longboat Key

The Special Olympics program began a Sarasota chapter last spring thanks to Coach Brenda Terihay.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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
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 Stephanie Hannum |
  • January 13, 2010
Progressive dinner - St. Armands Circle

St. Armands Circle may be a top spot for tourists, but it also plays host to many gourmet restaurants and yummy dessert stops. On a recent chilly January evening, comfort food was the name of the game. Take this trip around the Circle and experience the culinary treats it has to offer.

  • Arts + Culture
The Urbanite Theatre was among the first performing arts organizations to shut down.
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • March 25, 2020
Performing arts in the dark for the unforeseeable future

Organizations concerned about prolonged intermission from normalcy

  • Arts + Culture
In addition to the Benjamin Gilkey Fund for Innovation and Pediatric Research, Micael and Laura Gilkey focus on the future and their 13-year-old son, Banyan.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 9, 2018
After loss, Arlington Park family moves forward

A year after losing their son to leukemia, the Gilkey family finds solace in memories - and a fund for future research.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 7, 2021
Prelude to Piney Point

No doubt there will be plenty of political blaming in the wake of the Piney Point leak that Manatee County commissioners were negligent. For the truth, just watch their Jan. 26 meeting.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Cellist David Finckel and his wife, pianist Wu Han, performed Jan. 24 at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Courtesy photo
  • By Edward Alley |
  • January 28, 2019
Impressive weekend of orchestral concerts show need for new music hall

Sarasota Orchestra and The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center concerts shine.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Top fundraiser Scott Anderson receives well deserved applause. Peter Acker.
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • October 26, 2011
Black Tie & Tales

They could have danced all night; Police tape and life jackets; Tidbits; Pink, pinker, pinkest; Black Tie Affair

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • May 21, 2014
Campaign Against Summer Hunger surpasses its goal

The 40-day campaign, which ended May 10, is part of All Faiths’ efforts to end hunger for Sarasota families.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 25, 2010
News Briefs 02.25.10

The creator of the Osprey Beautification Association and its only president is stepping down after 10 years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lauren Boyle and Sue Abbott both work for Community Bank, which will become C1 Bank May 1.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Corporate Sponsor Showcase

Nearly 200 business professionals enjoyed an evening of networking during the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance's Corporate Sponsor Showcase April 4 at the Polo Grill and Bar. Guests enjoyed hors d'oeuvres and drinks while mingling and perusing the booths of 32 Lakewood Ranch businesses.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 1, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, June 2

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 1, 2015
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 7.02.15

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 14, 2016
Longboat Key Letters to the Editor

Lido Beach deserves attention

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
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