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  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 15, 2018
'Time capsule' home on Bird Key sells for $3.5 million

The home features all-original decor from when it was built.

  • Siesta Key
  • Real Estate
Dorfman
  • By Robin Roy |
  • January 13, 2011
Commission Changes

Nine candidates will jockey for three City Commission district seats in the city's March election. At least two districts will be represented by a new commissioner.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Town Manager Dave Bullock has created a new culture at Town Hall. File photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 2, 2013
Looking ahead: Bullock keeps close eye on Town Hall

Three candidates with different backgrounds will vie for seats on the Longboat Key Town Commission in March, as the town manager creates a new leadership culture at Town Hall.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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
Tim Jaeger, Tom Stephens and Joseph Arnegger hope to capture the charm of Old Florida. Photo courtesy of Rich Schineller
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 28, 2016
'Old Florida' examines the power of nostalgia

With their group exhibition, Tim Jaeger, Joseph Arnegger and Tom Stephens capture the essence of Old Florida.

  • Arts + Culture
Although many readers were critical of downtown Sarasota, others criticized the proliferation of bars and spoke positively about the city.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 13, 2016
Readers respond: Is Sarasota Fun?

We asked, and you told us whether you thought the city of Sarasota was an exciting place to be — and what officials should do to make it more fun.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
David Randall has competed in the 2009, 2010 and 2015 World Championships.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • September 12, 2018
David Randall uses barrier islands as training path

Island-hopping athlete and his hand cycling relay team win the World Championships in Italy. He trains on Longboat Key and Anna Maria Island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 4, 2014
Administrator recommends maintaining millage rate

The county's roughly $520 million proposed budget provides funding for public radio system improvements.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 29, 2015
FYI Friday: City-county rift throws 'love train' off the rails

This week's FYI Friday features a report on the relations between Sarasota County and the city, news on a new downtown development and more!

  • Sarasota
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  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • October 1, 2020
County adjusts coronavirus relief process

After residents said the application process was too difficult, commissioners switched gears and created a plan to receive more federal funds.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 25, 2010
Letters to the Editor 02.25.10

To send in your letters, please e-mail them to [email protected], or mail them to The Sarasota Observer, 1517 State Street, Sarasota, 34236. The Sarasota Observer gives priority to letters of local interest and about local issues. The Observer will print all letters to the editor if it feels they are of general interest, but only if the letter is signed and the author's street address and phone number are given. The editor reserves the right to condense letters.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 22, 2010
Our Recommendation: 2010 Florida Constitutional Amendments, continued

Last week, we recommended 'yes' votes on Amendments 1, 2 and 8. This week we examine Amendments 5 and 6.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 26, 2014
Common Nonsense: All jacked up on fine dining

Common Nonsense: All jacked up on fine dining

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • August 9, 2016
Film review: 'Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words'

This documentary commemorates the free-wheeling, misunderstood genius of Frank Zappa in his own words.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Natalie Way currently dead ends into an access road for the City of Bradenton's potable water aquifer storage and recovery system.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 4, 2017
Manatee commission considers Natalie Way expansion

A development application may spur conversation about a potential new north-south connector in East County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • October 11, 2019
Selby garage proposal remains central point of contention

Sarasota residents and officials point to proposed 486-space structure, with a restaurant on top, as the main discussion focus.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 22, 2010
News Briefs

Community news and notes

  • Longboat Key
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Construction continues on Costco Wholesale, which will anchor the Market Place at Heritage Harbour.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 26, 2019
Costco plaza should bring along tasty choices to Heritage Harbour

Leasing executive said focus will be restaurants, entertainment.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 15, 2017
Unicorp president responds to Longboat Key referendum

Chuck Whittall’s new plans for the former Colony Beach & Tennis Resort will “hover somewhere around” 237 units.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Longboat Key's Mac Spitzer (front), enjoys time with friends including Chantel Diem (left) and Kip O'Neill.
  • By Kelly Carson |
  • October 12, 2017
Aging in paradise — so much to do

Our region is ranked No. 1 for retirees for a reason.

  • Health
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