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Marlies Ramsey stands between her children, Wayne Ramsey and Stefanie Hunt. Photo by Nick Friedman.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 20, 2012
Time to honor clock restorer

The city of Sarasota honored the late Carroll "Corky" Ramsey Friday, Sept. 14, for his efforts in restoring the historic clock in Five Points Park.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • November 23, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Nov. 24

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Commissioners agreed to raise the property tax rate for the first time since 2010, when the commission raised the tax rate 25.8%, from 1.5 mills to 1.8872 mills.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 5, 2013
Sept. 4: Daily Headlines

Today's Stories: Commission approves 10% millage increase; Brenner won't seek another term; Masked man robs Sarasota McDonald's; Sarasota Police seek robbery suspect

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Despite a sustained push from preservation advocates, the city's decision to demolish the GWIZ building still stands.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 29, 2019
After deadlock, GWIZ demolition plans stand

The city’s Historic Preservation Board voted 3-3 on an appeal seeking to overturn the demolition of the former Selby Library building.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The public is being invited to join efforts to increase the scallop population in Sarasota Bay.
  • By Jeff Birnbach and John Ryan |
  • July 21, 2011
Scallop Restoration will help repay bay

At 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6, Scallopollooza - Repay the Bay, a fundraising evening at the Sarasota Yacht Club, will be open to the public.Â

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The Sarasota County School Board approved a grant of $33,500 for Booker Middle School for musical instruction. File Photo.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • September 3, 2014
Booker Middle students perform for School Board

The Sarasota County School Board approved the consent agenda with no discussion after the Booker presentation and a special guest speaker.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Katy Peterson places the lamb on the plate before it is served.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • July 18, 2018
Lakewood Ranch gets its just desserts

Bulls Bistro event in Lakewood Ranch prepares USF students for a culinary future.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • August 2, 2017
Campers explore marine careers

On Aug. 2, campers learned more about being an aquarium biologist.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
More than two-thirds of Sarasota County's Gulf shoreline is critically eroded, according to Sarasota County Coastal Resources  Manager Laird Wreford.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • April 4, 2014
Disaster recovery plans top SKA agenda

The Siesta Key Association met Thursday to discuss the island's post-disaster recovery plans, as well as other hot topics.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 31, 2019
Cops Corner: Sarasota 1.31.19

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Voters split on referendum votes
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 19, 2013
June 19: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Voters split on referendum votes; Sarasota Orchestra has Anu director; IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Michael's On East; Goodwill honors community members

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Darwin Santa Maria has always been inspired by Emeril Lagasse and says he is honored to be featured on the show and to talk about his Peruvian roots. (Photo by Nick Friedman)
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • April 21, 2015
Darwin's on 4th to be featured in Emeril Lagasse's Cooking Channel show

The "BAM!" celebrity chef will interview Darwin Santa Maria and discuss his cooking style and Peruvian roots.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 21, 2012
Reid appoints procurement official

Sarasota County Administrator Randall Reid today appointed contract manager Ted Coyman, Jr. as procurement official.

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  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 9, 2009
MPO seeks citizen adviser

The Sarasota-Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization is seeking one person to fill an empty post on its Citizens Advisory Committee.

  • East County
  • News
Photo courtesy of Michael Saunders & Co.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 24, 2013
$22 million price tag sets local record

The north-end Ohana estate was listed last week at a record asking price for the Sarasota County area.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The District at UTC, where the Super Target is located, falls within the project's overall boundaries.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 4, 2014
Planning Commission recommends UTC changes

The Sarasota County Planning Commission raised concerns over traffic and wetland mitigation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 19, 2018
Florida Highway Patrol to hold DUI Wolfpack Operation this weekend

There will be an increased law enforcement presence on area roads Saturday night and Sunday morning.

  • East County
  • News
The Sarasota Ballet in George Balanchine's "Stars and Stripes." Photo: Frank Atura
  • By Anna Dearing |
  • April 11, 2016
Dance review: Patriotic pieces performed with passion

Marking its 25th anniversary, the Sarasota Ballet performed its pinnacle show of the season featuring Sir Frederick Ashton's "Enigma Variations" and George Balanchine's "Stars and Stripes."

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  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 14, 2018
Cops Corner: Deputy takes a bite out of crime

A roundup of this week's most interesting police reports.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • March 17, 2015
Sarasota County approves USF contract for Water Atlas website

The county's water atlas was created in 2003.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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