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A group of residents already lets their dogs roam free in Bayfront Park in the mornings — and they want the city to change its pet policies
  • By David Conway |
  • December 15, 2016
Residents push for dog-friendly policies in Bayfront Park

Residents want to let their dogs off leash in Bayfront Park in the mornings, but the city is worried its pet policies might be too complex.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • December 11, 2015
Sarasota Polo Club player retrains racehorses for a new profession

Nick Johnson converts failed racehorses to polo ponies.

  • East County
  • Sports
Abby Hite has won the St. Anthony'   s Meek and Mighty Triathlon four times.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 31, 2017
Braden River fifth grader finds the fun in triathlons

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
Julie Feeley, Linda Holland and Linda Jacob
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • April 6, 2017
A walk in the park

After years of tending to their park, three Gillespie Park leaders are dedicating their efforts to making the park a home for the neighborhood's youngest residents.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 26, 2017
All study, little action

The first phase of the 20th traffic study in 10 years doesn’t give much hope for improvements at the two worst chokepoints — Gulf Drive and Cortez and U.S. 41 and Gulfstream-Fruitville.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Traffic barrels restricting turns off Gulfstream Avenue at U.S. 41 have been removed.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 3, 2020
FDOT pledges to wait until after 2021 season to redirect traffic

Roundabout work at U.S. 41 and Gulfstream won't start until after 10th, 14th, and Fruitville projects are finished, official says.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Gia Ventola says her "My One and Only Diamond" pewter flip flops are the perfect way to dress down an ensemble for daytime events. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 4, 2017
New year, New Trends: 2017 brings fresh must-have fashion pieces

Here’s what you need to add to your wardrobe this year.

  • Black Tie
Chef/partner Charles Flint and Operating Partner Dean Defebo
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • April 20, 2011
Edibles: Fleming's: the art of steak

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar has a rare authenticity.

  • Arts + Culture
Alia Bivona, Nissi Luvavali, Olivia Caragiulo and Emma Bivona act like superstars during wig class.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • June 27, 2013
Hello Muddah, Hello Fadduh, here I am at: Sarasota Opera Camp

Campers sang their hearts out June 10 to June 28, at the Sarasota Opera, where they learned about different aspects that make-up opera, including make-up, set design, acting, opera history, dance, percussion and costuming.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Officer Jeffery Houchins
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • June 8, 2018
Longboat officer suspended over crime-scene photos

A Longboat Key police officer found to have taken photos of dead bodies has been suspended with pay as the department investigates his behavior and the town reviews its hiring policies.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 27, 2015
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 17, 2011
Cops Corner: Longboat

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
A sign-in sheet at Bayfront Park's pickleball court has caused confusion among residents who believe the well-used court can be reserved.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • January 17, 2018
Pickleball problems: Longboat residents unsure about usage rules

What residents have said they interpret as conflicting signage has caused confusion about who can play when at the well-used Bayfront Park pickleball court.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Courtesy photo
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 7, 2014
Students race toward nationals

Merritt Kendzior, Hannah Figueras, Madelyn Kumar, Victoria Sinclair and Domenic Aluise will compete in the F1 in Schools National Final, at Michigan International Speedway.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 3, 2010
City wants public input on Payne Park

More than $1.5 million in improvements are being considered, including a circus-themed playground and an electronic sign.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • August 5, 2010
Applications flood in for Sarasota police chief post

The city has heard from more than 70 people around the country interested in becoming the city of Sarasota's next chief of police.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tony and Chris Aveni, of Surf Side Free Ride, take passengers around Siesta Key for free with their 1973 Volkswagen Things.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 6, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Beach-inspired boutique opens on Ocean Boulevard; Art'n Party makes art accessible on the Key

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Join Emily Walsh for the Observer Daily Headlines.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 16, 2012
Jan. 16, 2012: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota, and Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Kameron Partridge Hodgens, the new executive director of Glasser-Schoenbaum Human Services Center, and her predecessor, Phil King. Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • November 18, 2014
Black Tie & Tales

The substance behind the style; The Ron and Jimmy Show; Tidbits; and Black Tie Affair.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • August 31, 2009
Mobile cafe reaches new heights

Java Dawg's double-decker-bus-turned-mobile-cafe made its debut at Saturday's Downtown Farmer's Market.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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