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By Shane Donglasan |
May 3, 2018

Sarasota resident Burt Herman publishes book about pilot who saved his life

A near death encounter and a meeting with his hero inspired Burt Herman to write a book about the incident that saved hundreds of lives.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Loren Mayo |
November 4, 2010

Historian's book honors local visionary developer

Sarasota will honor Owen Burns, a significant developer and civic leader of Sarasota, with community events next week.

Sarasota
News

By Jack Littman-Quinn |
February 14, 2014

Apollonia Grill: Something old is something new

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Loren Mayo |
October 6, 2011

A dedication of historical significance

The Sarasota County Historical Commission recognized Riverview High School with the dedication of a marker that explains the historical significance of the original school, which opened in 1958 and was designed by architect Paul Rudolph.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Katie Johns |
April 3, 2019

Longboat Key to host health fair

From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 10, town employees and any residents with Florida Blue health insurance can get health tests done.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
July 26, 2016

Patriot Plaza honored for architecture

The Florida Association of the American Institute of Architects People’s Choice Competition for 2016 recognizes Patriot Plaza.

Sarasota
News

By Nick Friedman |
August 9, 2017

This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Aug. 10

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Berkley Mason |
June 7, 2017

Lakewood Ranch artist earns Congressional Art award

Lakewood Ranch High School graduate heads to the U.S. Capitol to see her art displayed.

East County
News

By Alex Mahadevan |
November 5, 2012

Siesta dock on agenda for Sarasota County Commission

The Sarasota County Commission will hear a Siesta Key property owner's request to ease insurance regulations for a dock on the Grand Canal during an agenda that's without many Siesta-topics.

Siesta Key
News

By Mark Gordon |
December 23, 2013

Web Year in Review: February 2013, Siesta Key $10 million home sale largest in two years

A waterfront home on the northern tip of Siesta Key sold for $10 million, the second highest sale price for a residential property in Sarasota County in two years.

Sarasota
News

By Jen Blanco |
September 29, 2015

Sarasota Football Friday: Week 5

Sarasota
Sports

By David Conway |
January 7, 2016

People to Watch: Logan crafts strategy for addressing homelessness

City homelessness director Doug Logan believes Sarasota can make significant strides toward addressing a long-standing issue in 2016 — as long as politics don’t get in the way.

Sarasota
News

By Nick Friedman |
November 1, 2015

This Week in Sarasota: Monday, Nov. 2

A look at our favorite events this week

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Jen Blanco |
December 20, 2012

Sailors outlast Mustangs

The Sarasota High wrestling team defeated Lakewood Ranch 43-36 in a dual match Dec. 12.

East County
News

By Katie Johns |
October 4, 2017

Mimi Edlin remembered for social spirit

Edlin, 93, died on Sept. 22.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Alex Mahadevan |
December 20, 2012

Board sets BP settlement priorities

Sarasota County commissioners ranked a $9 million Siesta Key project fourth out of 28 projects to be submitted for federal funding from the Deepwater Horizon penalties.