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  • By Adrian Moore |
  • February 6, 2020
Vacation-rental regulations come down to local control versus state preemption

With so many cities going too far with regulations, state control makes sense. If you don’t like vacation rentals, form an HOA.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Sarasota County Archaeologist Ryan Murphy said it was refreshing to work with staff so intent on preserving historical resources while planning tweaks to the Blackburn Point Park project.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 6, 2014
County preserves archaeological site in Osprey

Sarasota County will modify improvements planned for Blackburn Point Park to preserve part of a shell midden, which contains tools and pottery from before 850 A.D.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Parents can sign up for Inner Explorer, which helps students manage their anxiety and stress.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • July 2, 2020
Therapist offers ways to help students manage stress, anxiety

Students can try breathing techniques and mindfulness apps to help them refocus.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Management Information Systems Director Kathi Pletzke uses the test iPad.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 1, 2010
Town Hall could tap into technology trend

Management Information Systems Director Kathi Pletzke wants to bring iPads to Town Hall for use in different departments.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
East County sports roundup: 08.04.17
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 4, 2017
East County sports roundup: 08.04.17

East County sports roundup: 08.04.17

  • East County
  • Sports
The intimidating face of a Dragon Boat stares down opponents on Nov. 5 at the NBP Rowing Festival at Nathan Benderson Park.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 9, 2016
Dragon boat could light your competitive fire

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 10, 2010
Association smooths over Circle event

The Circle Association is launching a "Save Smooth Jazz" campaign, which will aim to generate sponsors and contributions for the concerts, which draw as many as 4,000 people to the Circle.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission seized a monocled cobra, among seven venomous reptiles, from a Sarasota man last week.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 30, 2014
Sarasota man caught with illegal deadly snakes

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission last week charged 20-year-old Nick Mitchell with unlawful possession of venomous reptiles, including four cobras.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 6, 2013
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Heidi Easton (left) and Peter Easton take their 2-year-old Dobermann, Ollie, and 5-month-old French bulldog, Casper, for walks on this sidewalk by Adventure Place. The Eastons disagree on the CDD's decision to install bollards.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • December 9, 2020
Some Greenbrook Village residents disagree on newly installed posts

Greenbrook Village installs posts to halt golf cart traffic on sidewalks

  • East County
  • News
Amari Jones.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 13, 2017
East County Athlete of the Week: Amari Jones

The Braden River High junior wing talks his uncle's influence and the meaning of "snap and clear."

  • East County
  • Sports
Promenade was built in the 1980s with 112 units on over 6 acres. Its 11 stories is higher than allowed today, as is its density of about 17 units per acre.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • December 4, 2018
Registry of nonconforming properties gets Longboat's OK

Undecided is the fate of nonconforming properties

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Although there is no cure for dementia-related disorders, there are ways to improve your cognitive health. (Photo courtesy of Unsplash)
  • By Kristine Nickel |
  • December 18, 2019
Taking on the 'D' word

Small changes in multiple areas of your life can deflect the onset of dementia.

  • Health
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 26, 2012
Osprey lift station delays continue

Tunneling problems with a Hudson Bayou lift station and its underground connections mean road closures and detours will continue into 2013.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The inside of the former Polo Grill & Bar has been gutted to make way for the Grove, which is planning a late fall opening.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 25, 2018
Lakewood Ranch continues to build ultra-competitive restaurant market

Lakewood Ranch continues to build ultra-competitive restaurant market.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 27, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
The men attempted to use counterfeit $100 bills at three different 7-Eleven locations.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 1, 2014
Men arrested for use of counterfeit bills

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office arrested two men early Friday who attempted to purchase items at several convenience stores with fraudulent $100 bills.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
“Hairspray” runs through Dec. 8, at Venice Theatre.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 25, 2013
THEATER REVIEW: 'Hairspray'

At Venice Theatre, the year is 1962, the soundtrack is rock 'n' roll, the city is Baltimore and the main stage musical is 'Hairspray.'

  • Arts + Culture
Liebe Gambe and her dad, Patrick Smith. Photo by Stephanie Hannum.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • February 13, 2013
Black Tie & Tales

An elegant evening ... with a few twists; With every season comes a change; The great adventures of Flat Ella; Tidbits

  • Arts + Culture
Sarasota County commissioners will discuss a pet ordinance Tuesday, Dec. 10.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • December 9, 2013
County Commission to consider pet ordinance

Sarasota County commissioners will discuss a possible ban on the sale of commercially bred dogs, cats and rabbits during a meeting Tuesday, Dec. 10.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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