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Renovations at the Bee Ridge Facility are among the county's largest expenses for the next fiscal year.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • July 23, 2020
Sheriff budget, project requests grow as county budget tightens

The Sheriff's Office budget is projected to grow by $3.2 million and the county will push forward on renovations to the Bee Ridge Water Reclamation Facility.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kristina Castner
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 12, 2012
Brides Across America outfits military brides with free wedding gowns

For couples with one or both members in the military, tying the knot can be an even more complicated and stressful process than usual.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Allan Mestel and his work.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 16, 2019
Up close and personal: Longboat Key photographer makes an impact with recent exhibit

Allan Mestel showcases the humanity of all people in an exhibit spanning over two and a half years of work.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Glenna Goodacre sits in her studio. Photo courtesy
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • May 7, 2020
Sarasota community remembers life of sculptor Glenna Goodacre

Goodacre, who has three sculptures in Sarasota, died at the age of 80.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The championships will take place June 9-11.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 31, 2017
Nathan Benderson Park to host Youth Rowing Championships

The championships will take place June 9-11.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sarasota Crew members compete at the Sarasota Invitational Regatta in February. File photo
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • November 25, 2014
Crew purchases Osprey property

After six years at Bay Preserve, Sarasota Crew wants to expand the program to new rowing facilities.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • November 5, 2021
Sandra Gjerde Frisoli

Sandra Gjerde Frisoli, aged 73, passed away on October 27, 2021, in New York City. With stoic courage she fought a decades-long battle with cancer.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 3, 2016
Two tales of intervention

The stories of Cask & Ale and Oaktree Development show how good intentions by the city actually drive up entertainment and housing prices for the consumer.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Sarasota city commissioners hope an impending ban on smoking on city beaches will result in far fewer beach butts. A separate ordinance will also ban smoking in city parks. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 6, 2022
City Commission initially approves smoking ban on parks and beaches

One hearing and vote remain before smoking bans can take affect. Establishing designated smoking areas will be considered.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 28, 2012
News Briefs

APRIL FOOLS - Mud wrestling coming to Premier; Jerry Springer enters local race; Occupy Myakka movement halted

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 31, 2018
Hurricane Irma taught Sarasota-area residents a lot

Sarasota-area residents learned a lot from Hurricane Irma and plan to put those lessons into action during the 2018 tropical-weather season.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • February 11, 2013
Animal Rescue Coalition Grassroots

A local animal rescue service is now accepting donations through social media service, Groupon.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
As they prepare to open "Dry Land," Brendan Ragan and Summer Dawn Wallace have found a sense of stability in Urbanite Theatre.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 22, 2016
Stable Ground: Urbanite Theatre hits its stride

Urbanite Theatre was created to breathe new life into Sarasota’s theater scene. Now, after two years, it’s coming into its own.

  • Arts + Culture
Michael Melnick is the second generation to operate the Armel Jewelers on St. Armands Circle.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 29, 2017
Armel Jewelers shines through 50 years

After visiting Sarasota in the late 1960s, Sid and Arlene Melnick knew a location on St. Armands was meant to be.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • March 6, 2014
Sarasota Police Foundation searches for board members

After getting a seal of approval from the City Commission in December following some controversy, the nonprofit is seeking input on criteria for its leadership roles.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mar Vista owner Ed Chiles first sought to build a second story deck for the restaurant in 2010. (File photo)
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 11, 2014
Town staff recommends Mar Vista project

Owner Ed Chiles aims to build a second story deck but no longer seeks to increase the restaurant's seating.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dr. Robert Hirsch was appointed as dean of the new dental school in November.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 21, 2011
LECOM unveils dental school plans

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine will invest $52 million to construct the LECOM Bradenton School of Dental Medicine in Lakewood Ranch. Officials hope to have the facility ready to welcome its first class of students in August 2012.

  • East County
  • Schools
From cups to tea kettles, Wilma Kroese offers a range of pottery items at the Spring Art Show and Sale.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 20, 2022
Spring Art Show in Lakewood Ranch reveals wide range of talents

Creative Arts Association of Lakewood Ranch hosts it annual Spring Art Show and Sale.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 21, 2020
Liberty or enslavement

If you’re still undecided, forget the candidates’ personalities. It’s the philosophies that matter.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
In addition to soccer and football, the club also offers sports such as lacrosse. Courtesy photos.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • March 15, 2012
Suncoast Sports kicks off season

The Siesta Key park will host weekly soccer and football games through the Suncoast Sports Club.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
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