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  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 13, 2019
Sarasota Opera offers young, emerging guest artists a home away from home

The life of a Sarasota Opera guests artist allows for learning on and off the stage — in a refuge of sunshine.

  • Arts + Culture
Father Robert Dziedziak
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 22, 2020
Longboat Key pastor getting to know his parish

Father Robert Dziedziak came to Longboat Key's St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church as the pandemic started.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 24, 2011
Hurricane Irene to blow past Longboat

The town prepared for the wrath of Hurricane Irene by checking power generators, ordering fuel and instructing employees to implement a personal hurricane plan in case they would be needed for emergency duties.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Golf architect Richard Mandell said most of the infrastructure at Bobby Jones has long outlived its recommended lifespan.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 28, 2017
Bobby Jones improvement needs top $20 million

A consultant says Bobby Jones Golf Club is in need of major renovations — and that there’s no guarantee the course will ever turn a profit.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Lakewood Ranch Mustangs defeated Park Vista High 14-4 May 22 to become the Class 7A state champions.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 26, 2021
Lakewood Ranch softball rides offense to new heights

The Mustangs will have a chance to repeat as state champs in 2022.

  • East County
  • Sports
East County's Johnnie Calloway gives talks about his life experiences to help others who might be considering suicide.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 2, 2020
Sarasota man urges suicide prevention awareness in advance of the Out of the Darkness Walk

Sarasota's Johnnie Calloway talks about his suicide attempts to raise awareness of ways to help others.

  • East County
  • News
Chief Paul Dezzi congraulates William Lewis for assisting Hurricame Michael victims.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • October 31, 2018
Storm's damage, victims' resiliency stick with Longboat firefighters

The community came together

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 24, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 9.24.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Man Getting a Facial
  • By Mary McAndrews |
  • June 14, 2014
A softer side of Father's Day

A softer side of Father's Day

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Sue Tomasso, John Tomasso, Nancy Pump, David Tomasso and Harm Pump are among the many loved ones who help take care of Jerry Tomasso, who has ALS.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 20, 2021
Lakewood Ranch man with ALS cherishes every day of life

Lakewood Ranch man with ALS never stops living for tomorrow

  • East County
  • News
Coastal contemporary design is becoming popular.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 8, 2020
Sarasota Realtors expect strong market in 2020

New construction continues to sell well and downtown properties are all the rage.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Jaymie and Tommy Klauber celebrated 10 years in the business at Polo Grill & Bar on Nov. 1.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 8, 2017
Polo Grill celebrates after decade of delights in Lakewood Ranch

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
  • By Shane Donglasan |
  • March 4, 2018
Project 180 begins its fifth annual Strong Voices/Strong Subjects lecture series

This year’s lecture series explores the impact of prisoner reentry on the home and family.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Baltimore Orioles will open their home Spring Training slate at Ed Smith Stadium on Feb. 26 against Pittsburgh. (Photo via the Baltimore Orioles)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 24, 2016
Orioles announce 2017 Spring Training schedule

Baltimore will play its first home game on Feb. 26 against Pittsburgh.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • November 13, 2021
Shell Road home is week's top seller at $6.275 million

Siesta Key property sells for more than any other the week of Nov. 1-5 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch and surrounding areas.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Like many early YPG members, Nikki Taylor says that without the organization, she probably wouldn’t be living in Sarasota today.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 26, 2013
THE NEXT GENERATION

Ten years after its formation, the Sarasota Young Professionals Group founders credit the group's longevity to its balance of philanthropy, leadership and social networking.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Developer Andy Adams will buy Colony units through Jan. 10 from $30,000 to $60,000.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 20, 2013
Adams makes push for more Colony units

Colony Beach Investors LLC is offering to buy more Colony Beach & Tennis Resort units ranging from $30,000 to $60,000, depending on the condition, square footage and location of the units.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 18, 2017
Theater review: 'Sweet Charity'

“Sweet Charity” lives hopefully ever after at The Players.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The pool at Lido Beach is open again.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 2, 2017
Lido pool reopens following lightning strike

On July 18, lightning struck a panel at the pool at Lido Beach. After closing for repairs, the pool is now open to the public again.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rashad West gives orders underneath a mask at Lakewood Ranch High football practice. West said the Mustangs won't have the advantage of low expectations this season.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 27, 2020
Lakewood Ranch football wants consistency and steady progress

The Mustangs are in year two under coach Rashad West.

  • East County
  • Sports
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