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Flora Oynick brings more than 20 years of experience and connections to her new position.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 18, 2013
Flora Oynick seeks sense of community through outreach

In her new role as the Jewish Federation's engagement ambassador, Flora Oynick hopes to create a better sense of community in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 29, 2010
Police headquarters opens its doors

Officers say the new $46 million building will increase productivity and boost morale.

  • Sarasota
  • News
City manager candidates and pension ordinance modifications are the main topics at today’s regular meeting at City Hall.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 2, 2012
Commission to pick city manager today

There are only three city managers that Sarasota city commissioners can choose from after another candidate dropped out last night.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Manatee County District 5 Commissioner Vanessa Baugh hopes to focus on water quality and changes to the gas tax when talking with White House officials and federal legislators.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 14, 2019
Manatee County commissioner schedules White House meeting

Water quality top of mind as Manatee County commissioners head to White House.

  • East County
  • News
Goodwyn
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 4, 2014
Cause for Celebration

Booker defeated crosstown rival Sarasota 18-9 in its season opener Aug. 29, giving Recharde Goodwyn his first win as a head coach.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • October 26, 2015
This Week in Sarasota: Monday, Oct. 26

A look at our favorite events this week

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • November 15, 2013
Exposure therapy: ArtXpose brings erotic art to Sarasota

Exposure therapy: ArtXpose brings erotic art to Sarasota

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Antique cars welcomed guests to Robarts Arena for the 40th Annual Pioneer Day Picnic.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • October 5, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: 40th Annual Pioneer Day Picnic

The Rotary Club of Sarasota hosted more than 600 for the 40th Annual Pioneer Day Picnic at Robarts Arena Sunday afternoon.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 5, 2013
Lady Rams edge past Lady Sailors

The Riverview High softball team defeated rival Sarasota 2-1 April 3.

  • East County
  • Sports
22 bags of cocaine were found in the vehicle, according to the Sheriff's Office, totaling almost 35 grams.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • July 6, 2017
Cocaine-trafficking arrest results from seat-belt traffic stop

About 35 grams of cocaine was recovered from the vehicle, and almost $1,000 in cash.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 1, 2010
Phillippi Landings condo sells for $764,100

A condominium in Phillippi Landings tops all real-estate transactions for the week of March 3 to March 8.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • May 7, 2013
Sarasota YMCA youth to learn about health careers

Youth will get a chance to explore health career options this summer during a three week Health Career Summer Camp.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Paul Lento, MD |
  • January 16, 2019
Should My Child Play The Same Sport All Year Long?

Should My Child Play The Same Sport All Year Long?

  • Health
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Victor Fernandez teaches music at Booker Middle School.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • December 15, 2011
VIDEO: Victor Fernandez honored as teacher of the year finalist

The Sarasota County School Board surprised three teachers as finalists for its district Teacher of the Year Competition.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Dozens of protesters gathered near the Unconditional Surrender statue for the demonstration.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 15, 2018
Bayfront rally calls for action on red tide

Hands Along the Water wants to keep people focused on the issue — and potential solutions.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Randy Volkart, the chairman of the New  Facility Committee, said the new lodge will be open any day.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 7, 2018
New Lakewood Ranch/Sarasota Elks Lodge set to open

Final permits expected within the next week.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 12, 2014
Club raises $17,000 for local charities

More than 200 women in the Lakewood Ranch Women's Club enjoyed an afternoon of laughter and socializing Feb. 26, as they hosted 'Laugh Your Abs Off with Tim Wilkins' at The Francis in Sarasota.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • May 7, 2018
Will Chase pops the question at Bayfront Park

Will Chase and Anna Hahn get engaged, Dottie Baer Garner celebrates her birthday, Wine, Women & Shoes 2018 tickets go on sale and more.

  • Black Tie
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 3, 2014
Just the Stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Cindy Kaiser, executive director of the Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Teacher of the Year Melissa Owens and Patty Brustad, program coordinator
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • March 23, 2011
GALLERY: Sarasota County Teacher of the Year

Melissa "Missy" Owens, of Bay Haven School of Basics-Plus, received the award for 2011-2012 Teacher of the Year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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