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Andre Johnson is the new boys basketball coach at Booker High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 9, 2021
Booker High announces changes in athletic department

Former AD Phil Helmuth is retiring, while former boys basketball Coach Markus Black is taking a position at the University of Arkansas

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Earlier today, the city of Sarasota shared images of flooding on Lido Key roads. The Sarasota Police Department later announced travel restrictions onto and off of the barrier islands. Photo courtesy city of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 11, 2020
Update: Police say all roads and bridges are open

The Sarasota Police Department announced it is limiting travel via the John Ringling Causeway and New Pass Bridge to residents and emergency traffic.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • July 12, 2022
Robert (Bob) Lachmann

Robert (Bob) Lachmann age 86 died July 1 at his summer address in Montauk, NY, winter address was Emerald Harbor Drive, Longboat Key, FL.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
The single-story, 6,050-square-foot building  on the property  will be demolished to make room for new construction.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 7, 2023
Main Street parcel acquired for $4.29 million

An affordable housing option is driving up the value of property once considered for mixed-use development.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Marketing Staff at Florida Lakes Vein Center |
  • January 28, 2021
Good News for Those Suffering with Leg Pain

Good News for Those Suffering with Leg Pain

  • Health
Sponsored Content
  • By George Fuller |
  • December 3, 2009
LETTER: Congress can do positive things for unemployed workers

If Congress truly wants to do something positive for the unemployed American workers, there are two things it can do and not spend a dime of our taxpayer money.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 17, 2009
Sarasota YMCA names new president/CEO

Paul Smith, from Kansas City, Mo., will begin his new position as president/CEO Sept. 1. Former President/CEO Carl Weinrich retired June 30 after 34 years.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Dora Walters |
  • March 9, 2010
Longboat author stresses balance in her new book

New Longboat Key resident and interior designer Christine Eisner recently released "Comfort Living: A Back-to-Basics Guide to a More Balanced Lifestyle."

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 18, 2010
Foundation for new church building almost complete

Workers are currently laying the floor for the new Christ Church building.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • June 19, 2012
Businesses celebrate growth at Circle Association meeting

The Lynch sisters, Chris and Ethna, hosted the Circle Association members for today's monthly morning meeting at Lynches Pub and Grub.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Courtesy photos
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 22, 2012
Ovations: Congratulations are in order

Do you know someone who has cause for celebration? The East County Observer wants to celebrate with you! Submit your Ovations news to Michael Eng, [email protected].

  • East County
  • Neighbors
County Attorney Stephen DeMarsh had reported Dec. 14 that Randall H. Reid had signed the contract and mailed it back to Sarasota County.
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • December 15, 2011
Reid's employment with county becomes official

About 4 p.m. Dec. 15, Sarasota County Commission Chairwoman Nora Patterson signed the contract with new County Administrator Randall H. Reid, officially making him the successor to former County Administrator Jim Ley.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Brandon, Sheldon and Darrin Campbell
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • November 5, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Campbell Cabinetry

Campbell Cabinetry will be hosting an open house at its new location at 1531 Main St. from 6 to 10 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6.

  • Sarasota
  • News
City commissioners have the entire evening session of their regular meeting tonight at City Hall blocked off to make contract decisions for its police officers.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 17, 2011
Commission makes contract decision tonight

The Sarasota City Commission will make contract rulings tonight on points of contention between the city and its police officers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Bird Key Park is one of 18 neighborhood parks the city would be responsible for funding completely.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • March 23, 2011
City bristles at county's parks offer

City commissioners question the county's definition of a 'regional park,' and why county commissioners won't meet with them in person.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 8, 2011
Sarasota Crew breaks Guinness World Record

Sarasota Crew rowers broke five World Records for Ergathon rowing during a 10-hour event Feb. 6 outside Whole Foods Market in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Sarasota City Commission meets today at 2:30 p.m. at City Hall, 1565, First St., Sarasota.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 17, 2012
Commission considers P.F. Chang's tonight

A regular meeting of the Sarasota City Commission tonight will also discuss an appeal of the Sarasota Bayfront Mooring Field design/build process filed by Tampa Bay Marine Inc.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Two free training sessions will be offered on each of the dates listed below at the Sarasota County Administration Center, 1660 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Screenshot from www.scgov.net
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 14, 2012
Sarasota procurement registration begins

Sarasota County unveiled a new online procurement system in the wake of a procurement scandal last year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Richard Kaplan
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • March 15, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Tervis, the insulated drink ware manufacturer in Venice, has announced the promotion of Richard Kaplan, of Siesta Key, to president and chief brand officer.Â

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • December 6, 2012
Whispering Sands condominium sells for $764,000

A condominium in Whispering Sands tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Richard Piccolo, of New York, sold his Unit 406 condominium at 20 Whispering Sands Drive to Thyrza Jacocks, trustee, of Sarasota, for $764,000.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
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