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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 22, 2012
Mother organizes new dance

Jamie Foss is planning a special father/daughter dance for the community March 9. Reservations are required by March 2.

  • East County
  • News
Lawyers representing Longboat Key have sought the dismissal of a lawsuit against the town regarding access to its website.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 24, 2019
Longboat seeks dismissal of website lawsuit

Defense team says lack of federal rules nullifies claim of man who has sued dozens of towns, cities and counties.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 24, 2019
Gruters' family makes a royal exit as family of five

Meet our new Black Tie reporter, learn the concept behind Clara Reynardus de Villanueva's painting and buy your WWS tickets.

  • Black Tie
Sarasota Orchestra President and CEO Joseph McKenna said the orchestra has deferred a number of maintenance projects due to poor economic conditions over the past five years.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 30, 2013
City Commission to consider orchestra improvements

The City Commission will hold a special meeting Wednesday morning to discuss $460,000 in facility upgrades to the Sarasota Orchestra building.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Floridays CEO Angus Rogers has assured the city he is intent on finishing the boutique Hotel Sarasota project, originally proposed in 2012.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 5, 2015
City expresses reservations about Palm Avenue hotel

In response to city officials' questions about a hotel development next to the Palm Avenue parking garage, the team behind the project expressed confidence its plans will come to fruition.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 19, 2009
Cops Corner

A man told police that he was hit in the head while riding his bike by a water bottle thrown from a silver Chevy Trailblazer or GMC SUV. Police were unable to locate the vehicle.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Days before his Sarasota Balloon Festival runs from March 8-11, promoter Ricky Garvie supervises as the carnival attractions arrive.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 7, 2018
New balloon festival takes off in Lakewood Ranch

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • December 8, 2016
Friends and family come together to shed some puppy love

They didn’t want much for their birthdays — just to give Sarasota Sheriff’s Department’s canine companions a barking good time.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The SCAT station placed in the top 25 out of 67 entries.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • January 22, 2015
SCAT station wins state architecture award

The Sarasota County Area Transit transfer station located at Cattleman Road and Porter Way opened in January 2012.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Soprano Isabella Bank will be performing Jan. 26 at the OASIS' 18th annual Benefit Concert and Fundraiser at Palm Aire Country Club.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 9, 2019
Palm Aire concert features Lakewood Ranch rising star

Palm Aire concert features Lakewood Ranch rising star

  • East County
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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 18, 2014
Districts seek to shed pricey water systems

Sticker shock from a $43,000 water pipe leak this summer has District 6 officials looking to unload their water system.

  • East County
  • News
The final piece of the old Avenue of the Flowers plaza will be torn down next month.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 20, 2013
Old Publix plaza coming down in October

Once the rest of the old Avenue of the Flowers plaza is torn down, Publix has plans to put more parking spaces in its place.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Owen Comora points out a bird flying into the brush by the water.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • December 20, 2012
Birds in Paradise

The Celery Fields' newest program attracts bird lovers.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner!
  • By John McGuire |
  • August 9, 2017
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 8.10.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner!

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Olissio Zoppe performed for the first time in his native Sarasota.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 9, 2019
Cirque Ma'Ceo presents Sarasota with 'culture with class'

Myakka City entertainer presents Cirque Ma'Ceo at Big Cat Habitat in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 20, 2015
Younger raises $6,400 during first reporting period

Commissioner Phill Younger raised more than any other candidate, according to campaign reports.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota High's Angelina Grebe finished second in the 3,200-meter run at the Class 3A-Region 3 meet April 23. File photo
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 30, 2015
Sidelines

Thunder dominates Cougars in rout; GSJGA tees off in monthly series; Orioles’ extended spring training season underway

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 19, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Lakewood Ranch Ace Store earns 'cool' award; Twelve Oaks opens local assessment center; Taylor Morrison lists six new floor plans; Coin dealer to open in shopping center

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 21, 2011
Whitney Beach owner checks out hotel plans

Could a hotel check-in at the north end of Longboat Key?

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lift Station 87 is partially constructed underground, but the design was revised after commissioners requested a building capable of withstanding a Category 3 storm surge.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 27, 2014
City Commission to consider lift station design

On Monday, the City Commission will decide whether to approve the proposed site plan for the Lift Station 87 building at Luke Wood Park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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