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City commissioners have the entire evening session of their regular meeting tonight at City Hall blocked off to make contract decisions for its police officers.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 17, 2011
Commission makes contract decision tonight

The Sarasota City Commission will make contract rulings tonight on points of contention between the city and its police officers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key has proposed 26 administrative charter amendments be sent to voters in one bunded question come March.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • November 1, 2017
Longboat charter administrative changes: 26 amendments in one referendum question

Longboat residents may be presented with a referendum question in March that could have sweeping effects on town government: here's what they're proposing.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lyons
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 31, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Sage Lyons

Sarasota High freshman Sage Lyons set a new school record: crossing the finish line in 18 minutes, 51 seconds at the Class 3A-District 10 cross-country meet Oct. 24, in Largo.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • May 31, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Anna Phillips

Anna Phillips, 15, has been involved in Sarasota Aquatic Synchronized Swimming at the YMCA (SASSY) since she was in the sixth grade.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Columbia Restaurant Group plans to build up to 16 boat slips as part of the Buccaneer Restaurant.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 21, 2021
P&Z Board approves development plan for Buccaneer Restaurant

The Buccaneer Restaurant is subject to the town of Longboat Key's old parking rules.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dick Pelton has done a lot of research on brain health, which is part of what prompts him to stay so busy — he knows how good it can be for your mind.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • August 1, 2017
Healthy brains lead to happier people

To live life to the fullest, Dick Pelton advises to stay busy, stay engaged and have a purpose.

  • Health
Jeff Wilson and Mark Wojcicki. Photo by Liz Ramos
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 6, 2020
East County physical education teachers connect with students through cycling

Lost cockatiel flies away from Lakewood Ranch home but returned after safe landing in Myakka City.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The parking meters formerly used in downtown Sarasota are being brought to the newly renovated Siesta Beach parking lot.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • March 31, 2016
Siesta Beach visitors to cough up cash to park

Overnight parking meters appear in front of parked cars at Siesta Key Beach.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 18, 2013
Town could dissolve ZBA

A Key property owner has been unable to schedule a hearing because the ZBA Board can't reach a quorum to hold a meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Nick Guy
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 6, 2018
Sarasota School Board, District 1: Nick Guy

Questions and answers with Nick Guy

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 22, 2015
Forget global warming; data show next Ice Age is more likely

Constant change has been a part of the Earth’s climate history since the planet was formed 4.5 billion to 4.6 billion years ago. There has never been a long period of flat-line temperature in the history of the sphere.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
August Code Enforcement meeting canceled
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 4, 2011
August Code Enforcement meeting canceled

The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 12.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
John "Buck" O'Neil was the first Black coach in Major League Baseball and will be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday, July 24.  (Photo by Spencer Fordin)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 20, 2022
Sarasota baseball great honored with mural

Painting of John “Buck” O’Neil honors Newtown man days before induction in the Baseball Hall of Fame.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jim and Deb Kehoe,  Rosedale head golf professional Matthew Pivko and Kathi and John Skelton hope the community will rally to beat last year's fundraising total of $157,945.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 22, 2020
Rosedale women's undaunted effort yields funds for Homes for Our Troops

Despite their 2020 event being canceled, "little old ladies" pile up funds for disabled veterans.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 12, 2018
Early voting off and running in Longboat Key, Sarasota County

Hundreds have already headed to the polls to cast their vote, and more still have returned their mail-in ballots in advance of the March 20 election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • May 20, 2009
SMR executive leaving Lakewood Ranch

Tim Martin is moving to Georgia to start his own company.

  • East County
  • News
Lorraine Road one-car crash on Wednesday leaves a 50-year-old Bradenton man in critical condition.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 29, 2021
Lakewood Ranch crash leaves Bradenton man in critical condition

Lakewood Ranch crash leaves Bradenton man in critical condition

  • East County
  • News
  • By The Observer |
  • July 29, 2020
The Observer's 2020 primary election recommendations

With absentee ballots sent out and early voting starting Aug. 8, here are some insights and opinions to consider on the region’s candidates.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Jenny Medved. Courtesy photo.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 18, 2017
Jenny Medved's colorful heritage

Watercolor painter Jenny Medved uses art to connect with heritage.

  • Arts + Culture
Anyssia Cotto, 10, says "cheese" in the shade.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • February 28, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Tara Elementary Walk-a-thon

Tara Elementary students of all grade levels took turns walking, jogging and running for their annual Walk-a-thon event Feb. 28. The event, designed to get students outdoors and exercising,was hosted on a field nestled in the back corner of the school, which also featured a water and popsicle station for students to retrieve refreshments after working up a sweat. While fundraising for the event was optional, and all students participated in the walk, those who raised money during the door-to-door fundraising effort turned over the donations to go toward the school's future technology needs.

  • East County
  • Schools
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