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Sandra Chororos, Elisabeth Waters, Heather Dunhill, Felice Schulaner and Marina Bourantonis
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • December 19, 2012
Black Tie & Tales

Back in the saddle; Baker Babes; Nutcracker - the next generation; Set for dinner

  • Arts + Culture
"I'm an evangelist for opera, so I would like to see Sarasota Opera further that mission and to really expand it," Richard Russell says. Courtesy photo.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • September 26, 2012
Familiar Role: Richard Russell

After a two-year hiatus, Richard Russell will return to Sarasota to helm the Sarasota Opera, for which he served as an apprentice artist more than 20 years ago.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 27, 2013
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Builders begin construction of model in GreyHawk Landing; First Watch grows in the Hoosier state; Lee Wetherington Foundation hits $1 million in grants

  • East County
  • News
Barrie spent years directing theater students in Sarasota.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • August 18, 2020
Turning the Page: Former Sarasota resident Zara Barrie releases self-help book

Former Sarasota resident Zara Barrie releases self-help book that heads in a different direction.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Tom Diener wants more pickleball courts on Longboat Key.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • June 18, 2018
Pickleball fundraising goal set too high, players say

The goal of fundraising $100,000 for four additional pickleball courts on Longboat Key is asking too much of pickleball players, pickleball ambassador says.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Raul Ramirez and Cathy Leetzow are two of the Sarasota Ringling Redskins board members attempting to help the league return to prominence.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 21, 2018
A once-dominant youth football organization is attempting a comeback

The Sarasota Ringling Redskins youth football organization s attempting a "re-establishment" by overhauling its fields, board members and vision.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
University Place's Rebecca Blitz, with Gallagher, grew up riding horses and has spent her career working with nonprofits. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 8, 2020
Huge challenges for new SMART director in Manatee County

Rebecca Blitz takes over SMART during difficult financial times.

  • East County
  • News
Arlington Park residents appeared at a September City Commission meeting to show their opposition to proposed changes to zoning regulations in the area.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 10, 2019
Arlington Park pushes for neighborhood plan

After residents complained about two proposals to increase density in and around the neighborhood, they're asking the city to produce a long-term plan for the area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lake Club's Susan Beck volunteers at the Tot Shabbat program with her daughter, Josie, as they prepare for High Holy Days.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 5, 2018
Jewish holidays spark rededication for Lakewood Ranch residents

Jewish holidays spark rededication for Lakewood Ranch residents.

  • East County
  • News
Andy Guz, the CEO of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, said a $28.5 million improvements project, started last February, will be completed by March.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 29, 2018
More upgrades for Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

More upgrades for Lakewood Ranch Medical Center in 2019

  • East County
  • News
Wauchula's Bo Idsardi enjoys barbecue with his dad, Chris Idsardi, for the first time at Nancy's Bar-B-Q. Chris Idsardi had Nancy's while working Sarasota, so he knew it'd be the perfect place to bring his family for b
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 10, 2019
The new pit stop in Lakewood Ranch is Nancy's Bar-B-Q

Loyalty from Lakewood Ranch catering customers sparks new restaurant location.

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • August 7, 2019
Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center welcomes Sarasota Folk Club

At the Fogartyville, it’s always a beautiful day in the neighborhood — especially when there's a new concert series.

  • Arts + Culture
The developers of the new Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach said the community is supportive of the plans.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 20, 2018
Despite questions, city OKs Lido hotel

At a meeting Monday, the city approved plans for a 304-room Lido Key hotel and declined to adjust short-term rental regulations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rendering of an affordable housing project proposed by the late Sarasota entrepreneur Harvey Vengroff. Citing frustration with city regulations, Vengroff abandoned the idea after spending three years and $300,000 on it.
  • By Adrian Moore |
  • May 2, 2019
Affordable housing requires whole solution

The answer to Sarasota's lack of affordable housing is simple, but few communities are willing to commit to what's necessary.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
As the Sarasota Orchestra's search for a new venue expands, city officials say finding a home for the organization within the city is a priority. Photo courtesy Sarasota Orchestra.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 30, 2019
Orchestra expands venue search beyond city limits

After the City Commission rejected a proposal to construct a music hall in Payne Park, the Sarasota Orchestra announced it will look outside of the city for a new home.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Harold Bubil addresses the audience at the beginning of a March 8 trolley tour, which focused on standout
  • By David Conway |
  • March 15, 2018
Architecture tours highlight Sarasota gems

The Center for Architecture, Sarasota hopes a series of trolley tours will help create a more engaged community.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The cast of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" rehearses at the Arnold Simonsen Players Studio.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 25, 2017
The Players produces spooky 'Sleepy Hollow' production for the whole family

‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow’ will become the first outdoor theater experience offered in Lakewood Ranch.

  • Arts + Culture
Stylist Katie McCaskill gives stylist Tyla Goings a "French Kiss" blowout, which is characterized by a great deal of bounce and "fun curls." Photo by Niki Kottmann.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • September 14, 2016
New business ready to blow beauty-lovers away

Blow La La pampers clients with a new way to get ready for a night on the town.

  • Black Tie
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 8, 2016
New Longboat Key turtle rules face close crawl

In a tie vote, the Longboat Key Town Commission nearly takes the beak out of turtle regulations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Monaca Onstad, SMR's director of community relations, visits with Gary Balch, the co-owner of Maggie's Seafood, at The Market.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 11, 2018
SMR exec produces with successful farmers market in Lakewood Ranch

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
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