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WWE stars Natalie Neidhart and Tyson Kidd hosted their wedding reception at Michael's On East. Photo copyright 2013 WWE.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 16, 2013
FRIDAY FIVE: Shows that showcased Sarasota

The World Wrestling Entertainment royalty who will be featured on E! this weekend aren't the first famous pair to bring the cameras of the small screen to Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 12, 2010
Arts groups to receive $1 million

The Sarasota County Commission is asked to approve the funding generated from the tourist-development tax.

  • Arts + Culture
Local business owner Chris Brown, right, with business partner Mike Granthon, left, purchased the Siesta Market property for $2.8 million.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • December 31, 2014
Top Stories - Siesta Key: November

Chris Brown and his business partner purchased the Siesta Market property at the beginning of November, adding to their collection of parcels on Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
James Ranson, Esther Dickmann, Alan Corey, Trine Bolling and Lynne Mesky of Gloria Musicae
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • January 29, 2014
Sarasota Orchestra and Gloria Musicae give a behind-the-scenes look

Sarasota Orchestra and Gloria Musicae give a behind-the-scenes look

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 19, 2015
Sarasota County budget set to fall 6%

Sarasota County’s preliminary budget for next fiscal year is slated to decrease roughly 6% over the previous year, but staff have estimated a 5% increase in general fund expenditures.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dick Clapp, Fredd Atkins, Lou Ann Palmer, Vice-Mayor Willie Shaw, Susan Chapman, Kelly Kirschner and Elmer Berkel. Courtesy photo.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • April 9, 2013
Twelve former Sarasota mayors endorse Susan Chapman

At a press conference scheduled for 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, at the Federal Building, Susan Chapman will announce that 12 former city of Sarasota mayors have endorsed her candidacy for an At-Large seat on the Sarasota City Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 9, 2010
Cannons Marina receives Sarasota Bay Watch award

Cannons Marina is the recipient of the first 5-Star Award to be given by Sarasota Bay Watch in recognition of its commitment to preserving the ocean.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Bella Guzman and Lentz Laurent
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • May 2, 2015
Lakewood Ranch High School students dance amid 007-theme

Around 570 students filled the ballroom of the Hyatt Regency Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Schools
Mayor Suzanne Atwell speaks with supporters during her campaign party.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • May 14, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: city of Sarasota At-Large Commission Runoff Election

Candidates Suzanne Atwell, Susan Chapman and Richard Dorfman spent the day greeting voters Tuesday, May 14, at polling locations in a close election after a tight race in March's city election.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Join Emily Walsh as she reports today's headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • July 27, 2012
July 27: Daily Headlines Video

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

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The search found 24 handguns and one shotgun
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • March 8, 2012
Sarasota man arrested, 25 weapons seized

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has arrested Glen Connolly, 57, for possession of heroin and possession of firearm by convicted felon.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rebeccah Hazelkorn, a senior biologist, along with Sgt. Bruce King with the Sarasota Police Dept. work to get the whale on the trailer and dry land.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 26, 2017
Top Story - June: Rare whale found dead on Siesta Key

Catch up on the top news items of 2017 with the Observer's Digital Year in Review.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Diana E Kelly accessories
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • July 2, 2014
Hot Flash: Wearing America in style

In case you're in need of something to show off your American spirit for our nation's birthday, we've got you covered with patriotic threads available in Sarasota.

  • Arts + Culture
Mary Tygh Parks captured this shot at Celery Fields.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 5, 2017
Sarasota weather page photo: Jan. 5

Mary Tygh Parks captured this shot at Celery Fields.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Edward Alley |
  • November 17, 2016
Music review: ensemblenewSRQ

In just its second concert, ensemblenewSRQ earns its place as Sarasota's premier source of new music.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Cafe L'Europe owner Betsie Coolidge
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • June 22, 2016
Café L’Europe will change hands but not flavor

New owner Ron Milton plans to keep the same staff, menu and traditions of the 43-year-old restaurant.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • March 12, 2014
Sarasota Film Festival announces films

Sarasota Film Festival executives announced the 2014 films tonight at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. Sarasota Film Festival takes place from April 4 through April 13.

  • Arts + Culture
Jack Otto and Anthony Hartman
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • April 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Hob Nob

Members of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce gathered Thursday, April 4, at Ed Smith Stadium for the annual Hob Nob networking event. Members dressed in tropical luau attire and enjoyed food, drink and socializing, as well as the opportunity to adorn the front page of the Sarasota Observer.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Beatrice Friedman works out with her trainer, Kellie Childers.  Courtesy photo
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • March 25, 2015
AEROBIC GRANDMA: Nonagenarian Beatrice Friedman sets fitness example

Beatrice Friedman has given a great deal to Sarasota over the 40-plus years in which she has spent time here: gifts of money and leadership to arts and human services organizations including the Sarasota Orchestra, Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Emarie and Petr Marcan |
  • January 24, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Center for Building Hope celebrity bartending

PHOTO GALLERY: Center for Building Hope celebrity bartending

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
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