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By Kurt Schultheis |
March 26, 2014

Longboat Key tests new electronic pollbooks

Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections Kathy Dent's office used Longboat Key's March 25 municipal election as a testing ground for new electronic equipment that will be deployed in full force later this year for the county's primary.

Longboat Key
News

By Nolan Peterson |
October 24, 2013

Curbside valet service debuts at SRQ

Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport began a curbside valet service on Tuesday, streamlining the air travel process for area customers.

Siesta Key
News

By Nick Reichert |
March 10, 2015

Anne-Marie Russell named executive director of SMOA

Anne-Marie Russell, SMOA, Ringling College of Art & Design, MOCA

Arts + Culture

By Adam Hughes |
November 29, 2012

Condominium in Meridian II at the Oaks Preserve sells for $765,000

A condominium in Meridian II at the Oaks Preserve tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Jeffrey and Karen Tallard, trustees, of Dane, Wis., sold the Unit 801 condominium at 393 N. Point Road to Barbara Edgecombe, of Osprey, for $765,000.

Sarasota
Real Estate

By Observer Staff |
January 16, 2014

Just the stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
March 3, 2020

Sports designs extend the reach of Lakewood Ranch's Fawley Bryant Architecture

The reach of Lakewood Ranch architecture firm Fawley Bryant expands nationally with designs such as the Binghamton University baseball complex.

East County
Business

By Observer Staff |
October 24, 2018

Sarasota County Commission, District 2: Ruta Jouniari

Questions and answers with the candidates.

Sarasota
News

By Ryan Kohn |
June 17, 2020

A year of triumph: The top-10 moments of the East County high school sports season

Multiple aea athletes got national and state recognition for their accomplishments this season.

East County
Sports

By Observer Staff |
March 13, 2013

Ranch photo club highlights talents

The Lakewood Ranch Digital Photography Club will be exhibiting more than 70 photographs taken by its members March 15 through April 24, at the Sarasota Senior Friendship Center.

East County
Neighbors

By Anna Brugmann |
August 25, 2016

County commission intervenes in Big Pass dredge

In their first meeting after the August recess, Sarasota County commissioners unanimously endorsed a request that would delay the proposed Army Corps dredge project.

Siesta Key
News

By Amelia Hanks |
February 13, 2019

No plans for Valentine's Day in Sarasota? Here are 14 ideas

We won't tell your sweetie where your amazing date-night came from. It will be our little Valentine's Day secret.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Caleb Motsinger |
September 10, 2014

Firefighter lays foundation for renovation at SOS

The hospital floors at Save our Seabirds were once layers of peeling linoleum held together with duct tape. But thanks to the help of some Parrotheads and a Sarasota firefighter, the floors are the latest piece of the renovation puzzle at the nonprofit organization.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Roger Drouin |
January 10, 2013

Commissioners agree to hold Walmart appeal

The appeal against the proposed Ringling Boulevard Walmart becomes the fifth appeal in five years.

Sarasota
News

By Ryan Kohn |
May 16, 2017

MC-Lax to host silent auction fundraiser

The money will go toward Lakewood Ranch High's potential lacrosse programs.

East County
Sports

By Eric Garwood |
January 8, 2020

14 projects make up New Pass Bridge summer rehab

FDOT plans Jan. 16 event to answer questions about renovations planned for the bridge in summer 2020.

Longboat Key
News

By Nolan Peterson |
October 10, 2013

Safety plan revives old debate

Sarasota County commissioners adopted a bicycle and pedestrian safety plan Tuesday, provoking renewed calls from citizens for a key county staff position some claim is needed to keep Sarasota County safe for bikers and walkers.

Sarasota
News

By Alex Mahadevan |
July 16, 2014

Wallenda hits hurdle in plans for training center

After a disappointing hearing in front of the Sarasota County Board of Zoning Appeals Monday, "King of the High Wire" Nik Wallenda's plans for a training center in his hometown are on the line.

Sarasota
News

By Adam Hughes |
November 15, 2012

Five-bedroom home in Harbor Acres sells for $4.5 million

A home in Harbor Acres tops all transactions in this week's real estate. James Blin and Judith Blin, trustees, of Sarasota, sold the home at 1374 Harbor Drive to Ali and Gloria Bahaj, of Peoria, Ill., for $4.5 million.

Sarasota
Real Estate

By Observer Staff |
April 13, 2017

Sarasota weather page photo: April 13

Gordon Silver captured this shot of a great egret and a gator fishing together at Myakka River State Park.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Gregory Farino, MD |
May 24, 2018

Getting the Upper Hand with Arthritis

According to the Arthritis Foundation, 46 million Americans live with arthritis or chronic joint symptoms that can limit everyday activities such as dressing, bathing, and cooking.

Health

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