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  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 8, 2009
Parking department on track for loss

The city division is projected to be operating at a loss by 2011, but Susan Dodd, parking general manager, said that is not the reason it is building a parking garage and considering parking meters.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • April 26, 2012
Neighbors: Linda Wallin

At an early age Linda Wallin developed the desire to teach art. Today, she teaches brings art to life with the students at The Out-of-Door Academy on Siesta Key, where she has lived for more than 30 years.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Joanne Lamberson, Thurston Lamberson, Dalas Lamberson and Tiffany Monaco are the family behind TLC Diversified Inc. Photo courtesy of Mark Wemple.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 20, 2013
Forward Thinking: TLC Diversified

A gutsy move to maintain payroll in the core of the downturn has finally begun to show dividends for one entrepreneur.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 12, 2011
Letters to the editor

Town should seek long-term planning for beach funding; where the land meets the sea

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • August 16, 2012
Hail to the chef!

Hail to the chef!

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 14, 2011
News Briefs

Homeless fed at vice mayor's home Citizens group demands another county audit

  • Sarasota
  • News
Cardinal Mooney's Antonio Blakeney runs up the court with teammate Mitch Arimura, and being followed by St. Petersburg Catholic's Kevin O’Donnell.Photos
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 21, 2013
Cardinal Mooney boys basketball advance the regional finals

The Cardinal Mooney High boys basketball team held on to beat St. Petersburg Catholic 55-51 in the Class 3A-Region 3 semifinals Feb. 19. The Cougars advance the regional finals Feb. 23.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jessi Smith |
  • April 18, 2012
Margot the Catty Kitty Says "WTF?" to MTO 'Fast Life' Mural

Margot the Catty Kitty Says "WTF?" to MTO 'Fast Life' Mural

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
"I grew up in Hastings, Minn.," Katherine Michelle Tanner says. "The best way to describe it is: 'Grumpy Old Men' was written, shot and directed all in my hometown — ice fishing, beautiful summers and kind people."
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • July 13, 2011
Contemporary actress plays the part

Katherine Michelle Tanner is gearing up for her first role with the Banyan Theater Company in 'Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun.'

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 1, 2009
Jaleski urges land acquisition

Commissioner Gene Jaleski wants the Longboat Key Town Commission to consider buying 14 platted parcels in the Longbeach Village, totaling five acres, for a nature preserve.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Neal Communities’ “The Harmony” in Central Park is part of a coastal series. It features 2,453 square feet of living area with four bedrooms and a bonus room option.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 20, 2013
Builders show off models

The Home Builder Association's annual Parade of Homes starts this weekend.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Cindy and Mark Pentecost purchased the Stoneybrook Golf Club in late September.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 12, 2011
It Works Global moves to Manatee

It Works Global, owned by Heritage Harbour's Mark and Cindy Pentecost, will bring more than 90 jobs to the area over the next three years.

  • East County
  • News
The board sent a proposed irrigation water agreement to Aquaterra in February 2010.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 12, 2011
Heritage Harbour puts pressure on Aquaterra

Supervisors on the Heritage Harbour South CDD are hoping to compel their irrigation provider to enter into a formal contract.

  • East County
  • News
Lauren Strongin-Ciobanu in Houston Ballet's "The Nutcracker."
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • January 12, 2011
Scene & Heard

Former Sarasota ballerina's star rises in Houston Ballet; The HuB Cup runneth over with Hollywood glamour; and Glitz up your weekend at the Five-Star Ball.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 8, 2011
DSA shines light on tree issue

The city of Sarasota and the Downtown Sarasota Alliance are both frustrated that a tree donated to Selby Five Points Park last year remains unlit.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 13, 2013
SIDELINES

Wrestler returns to state tournament; Pirates go 2-0 in Preseason Classic; ODA tennis teams begin undefeated; Manatee Twisters to host game

  • East County
  • Sports
Dr. Robert Gates. Photos by Mallorgy Gnaegy.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • February 13, 2013
Scene & Heard

Signing a name to 3,400 lives lost; Introducing FST's new-ish staff kittens; Every dog has its day

  • Arts + Culture
Colony Beach & Tennis Resort Association President Jay Yablon believes Colony unit owners should not rush into a renovation of the historic resort that shuttered its doors in August.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 5, 2011
7 in 11: Jay Yablon

Colony Beach & Tennis Resort Association President Jay Yablon believes a historic renovation of the resort can be accomplished.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 17, 2013
Drop DROP

"Your plan is not fair, Mr. Bullock." - Maureen Monahan Emergency-services specialist Town of Longboat Key Let's talk about fair.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By George Rauch |
  • June 3, 2009
Market Watch: Economic realities here to stay

It's great to be optimistic, and we should all hope that it becomes infectious. But, here are the economic realities - and problems - which might slow the growth of these 'green shoots.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
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