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  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 25, 2017
This Week: Thursday, Oct. 26

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 26, 2011
News Briefs

Coast Guard rescues three divers; Commission makeup change to be considered; Commission appoints subcommittee members; LBK Fire Rescue hosts safety officer courses; Mote currently treating melon-headed whale

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • August 13, 2009
THE KINDERGARTNER: Ansley Morris

Southside Elementary: Ansley Morris is all about chocolate. When she spots her mother, Amanda, stirring a bowl of chocolate-pie filling, the soon-to-be kindergartner doesn't have much interest in discussing school.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
City Manager Marlon Brown said the city was getting ready to find a contractor for the Bobby Jones renovation project until the commission expressed an interest in reconsidering its options.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 9, 2021
City ponders private management for Bobby Jones

After a four-hour workshop Monday, it’s still unclear what direction the city will pursue as it plots a renovation project for the municipal golf course.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Panther Ridge resident Daniella Drillman spoke against the project.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 2, 2017
Helistop proposal passes

The exclusive golf course says the helistop will service members.

  • East County
  • News
  • By June LeBell |
  • February 1, 2016
Music review: 'Aida'

Verdi’s 'Aida' Sails into Sarasota Opera House.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
It would cost up to $20 million to convert 7.5 miles of the railroad system in Sarasota County to bike trails to connect the Legacy Trail.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 21, 2016
UPDATE: Legacy Trail extension may get state funding

Sarasota County staff — and 10 Gulf Coast transit organizations — are lobbying for state funding that could support stretching the popular trail system into downtown.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Image courtesy Washington Post
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • February 26, 2019
'Never Look Away' explores the terrors of war, politics and the search for inner voice

Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck's film explores art's role in self expression and the dangers associated with such expression.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Photo courtesy of Sarasota Film Festival website.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 16, 2018
'Virginia, Minnesota' tackles loss, love and growing pains

The film, which aired at the Sarasota Film Festival, tangles various themes into a coming-of-age web — but not in a bad way.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 28, 2016
Booker football can't hold lead, falls to Southeast

The Tornadoes were up as many as 15 points.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Cars waited in line to re-enter the island.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 29, 2017
Top Story - September: Longboat Key reopens to residents after Irma

Catch up on the top news stories of 2017 with the Observer's Digital Year in Review.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 11, 2015
Q&A: Chris and Ethna Lynch

Chris and Ethna Lynch explain how to celebrate St. Patrick's Day like an Irish lad or lass.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The von Trapp children discover singing is among their favorite things, along with "doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 19, 2019
Darker tones make 'Sound of Music' a complex composition

Josh Rhodes reimagines the classic musical in a bold, inventive Asolo Rep production. It’s joyful and uplifting. But it’s not all sweetness and light.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Klint Lowry |
  • February 12, 2020
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Feb. 13

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

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Dick Vitale. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 12, 2019
Dick Vitale has 80 reasons to celebrate

ESPN, coaching legend says he's still young at heart.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Manatee County Administrator Cheri Coryea and Sarasota County Administrator Jonathan Lewis both say they must react to growth in the eastern portions of their counties.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 14, 2019
Growth in eastern Manatee and Sarasota counties key to administrators

Growth in eastern Manatee and Sarasota counties key to administrators

  • East County
  • Opinion
Photos by Greg Wilson Photography and Gene Pollux
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • June 25, 2014
Home of the Month: And the winner is ...

A stylish renovation transforms a Lido Shores home.

  • Arts + Culture
The newly-formed Burns Court Neighborhood Association's board members include Marnie Matarese, secretary, and Andrew Marcus, treasurer.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • January 17, 2013
Burns Court merchants group takes up a cause

The business disruption from the 10-day street closure during the Chalk Festival was the main impetus for forming the group.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 16, 2019
Creative Arts Association of Lakewood Ranch holds fall show

Lakewood Ranch artist group showcases all types of art.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lennar will offer homes similar to its existing Sawgrass model. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 24, 2012
Lennar plans Ranch community

Homebuilder Lennar Homes is planning a 281-home community in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
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