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By Jack Short |
September 24, 2015

How much city money does county want: $51,000 or $1 million?

City officials fear the assessments on city-owned properties could lead to annual property taxes.

Sarasota
News

By Jessica Salmond |
May 13, 2016

11th Annual Dick Vitale Gala

The event benefited the V Foundation for Cancer Research.

Black Tie

By Robin Hartill |
March 5, 2014

The 411 on Longboat's 911 calls

Police Chief Pete Cumming explains the flow of Longboat Key emergency calls.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Jack Short |
August 26, 2015

Patterson announces bid for state Senate

Nora Patterson said she will run for Florida Senate in 2016 if Detert vacates her seat.

Sarasota
News

By Harriet Sokmensuer |
August 28, 2014

Humane Society searches for pet models

The Humane Society of Sarasota County will be accepting entries for its 3rd annual 'The Real HousePets of Sarasota County' Pet Calendar and Photo Contest. The winner will be featured on the cover of the 2015 calendar and each of the top 12 finalists will be showcased as a pet of the month.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
December 6, 2012

News Briefs

Acting chief named in Sarasota; New finance director to be chosen next month

Sarasota
News

By David Conway |
June 22, 2017

Siesta crash highlights street safety concerns

In the wake of another fatal collision, residents near Siesta Drive and Higel Avenue are focused on making the road safer.

Siesta Key
News

By Rachel S. OHara |
August 13, 2011

PHOTO GALLERY: 4th Annual Sarasota Bay Great Scallop Search

Over 120 people came out for the 4th Annual Sarasota Bay Great Scallop Search Saturday, August 13 at Mar Vista.

Longboat Key
News

By Kurt Schultheis |
December 2, 2014

Herb garden coming to Main Street

A University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee Edible Garden is being planted on Lakewood Ranch Main Street this weekend.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
December 27, 2018

Longboat year in review: 2018

In words and photos, we recall the previous 12 months on Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
March 23, 2017

Sarasota weather page photo: March 23

Matthew Press captured this shot of a snowy plover on Siesta Key Beach.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harriet Sokmensuer |
May 13, 2014

Residents pay school library fines for neighborhood children

Neighbors contributed more than $245 to help the children, who attend Gocio Elementary, check out books hassle-free.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harriet Sokmensuer |
July 14, 2014

Sarasota store hosts 'Operation Wedding Gown'

Military brides were invited to choose the dress of their dreams for free at Sarasota Brides & Formalwear as part of Brides Across America's "Operation Wedding Gown."

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
April 13, 2012

Students head to Science Fair

Sarasota County student scientists were honored with prizes and cash awards Wednesday, April 11, at the School Board Auditorium.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Yaryna Klimchak |
February 7, 2013

Moment in Time: SELBY GARDENS' BOARDWALK ON THE BAY

Derek Butler and Melissa Teeter were juniors at Sarasota High School Feb. 9, 1989, when they cut the ribbon for Marie Selby Botanical Gardens' Bay Walk Sanctuary.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
September 19, 2018

Lakewood Ranch neighbors have ruf relations

Interesting Sheriff's Office reports from the Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, Sarasota areas.

East County
Cops Corner

By Amanda Landesberg |
September 17, 2012

Getting to Know: S/ART/Q's Annual Print Party

Arts + Culture

By Nick Friedman |
June 21, 2017

Kevin Smith returns to Sarasota to film horror movie

The actor, writer and director is currently filming the first installment of his horror anthology “Killroy Was Here” in partnership with Ringling College and Semkhor Productions.