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  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 14, 2020
Gulfshore creates Floridian winter wonderland

In 2020, residents of Gulfshore are creating their own cheer for the season.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Pups-in-training SIS and Liberty were neighbors growing up. Having support groups for puppy raisers is one reason the program is so successful.
  • By Randi Donahue |
  • February 20, 2020
Charity Snapshot: Pup Posterity

Lakewood Ranch residents take multigeneration to the next level by raising puppies bound for important guide dog work across the country.

  • LWR Life
Artist Tekla installed her "Tree Works" series Wednesday morning.
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • October 6, 2010
Sculptures spotted in Sarasota

New artwork is popping up all over downtown Sarasota this month as part of the Sarasota Public Arts Committee's latest project, 'Intersections.' Twelve artists have been selected to display their work throughout five downtown shopping districts for the next year. The Public Arts Committee will then select one sculpture to purchase as part of the city of Sarasota's Public Art Collection. One of the most recent pieces to go up is a series of four sculptures by North Carolina artist, Tekla, entitled 'Tree Works.' The sculpture is located on Palm Avenue across from Church of the Redeemer.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The home at 111  N. Warbler Lane  was built in 1976 . It has four bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 3,251 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 4, 2021
Bird Key home sells for $3.5 million

Residential real estate transactions for March 22-26.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Denise Williams, Chairwoman Susan Wilcox and Tramm Hudson
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • March 16, 2011
Couture in the Courtyard VIP Kick-Off Party

Couture in the Courtyard VIP Kick-Off Party

  • Black Tie
  • By Robin Roy |
  • August 19, 2010
Suspect, deputies exchange gunfire

According to a witness, a hit-and-run suspect with a gun jumped out of a stolen pickup and began firing at several sheriff's deputies. The suspect was seriously hurt, and, according to the witness, a deputy was also shot.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Wayne Toole and Tom Walkup attended the Braden River Music Festival at Linger Lodge & Campground, which is now up for sale, in May.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • September 26, 2013
Linger Lodge & Campground up for sale

The owners of East County staple Linger Lodge & Campground have put the "little piece of Old Florida" up for sale, citing a rebounding economy.

  • East County
  • News
Jordyn Byrd.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 19, 2019
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Jordyn Byrd

The Cardinal Mooney freshman talks keeping her composure and giving her all on the court.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Maj. Jamie Purmort holds a photo of himself and three fellow Marines lifting off in a helicopter in June 2004 on his last day in Iraq.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • November 11, 2010
A Few Good Men

Three Sarasota veterans, who fought in five wars, share stories of bravery and fear and of losing their friends and their innocence.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Daily updates on Hurricane Irma, including forecast projects and sand bag distribution centers, were among the most-viewed stories ever on yourobserver.com.
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • December 28, 2017
Digital year in review

The Observer stayed busy online in 2017, bringing you content that was only available through the web.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"It opened my eyes that people are out there that really need help," said Can Food Drive organizer Christina Meiser, 15, about seeing homeless people outside the Salvation Army five years ago.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 8, 2011
River Club youth hold can drive

Fifteen-year-old Christina Meiser will collect canned goods in the River Club community this weekend for the Salvation Army.

  • East County
  • News
The Sandcastle is one of two villa homes that will be offered by Neal Communities in Indigo.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 21, 2017
Neal Communities breaks ground on new Lakewood Ranch models

The local builder adds two new models to Indigo.

  • East County
  • News
Affordable housing experts
  • By David Conway |
  • October 31, 2019
Affordable Housing: Community concerns complicate push for new policies

Neighborhood activists say the dynamics of residential communities must be respected when considering new housing regulations, a potential challenge for officials and builders.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Cameron Leff with auction prize Rudolph and Chris Voelker
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • December 3, 2011
Hot Dogs Cool Cats 'Laugh Your Paws Off'

Hot Dogs Cool Cats 'Laugh Your Paws Off'

  • Black Tie
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • February 8, 2018
Sarasota County Schools receiving security upgrades

As Sarasota County Schools begins a $21 million effort to improve security at schools, officials must overcome unique challenges to keep students safe.

  • Sarasota
  • News
iStock photo. The Half Shell Oyster House of Sarasota opens officially at 1991 Main Street on Jan. 10.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 16, 2011
New downtown oyster restaurant opens next month

The Half Shell Oyster House opens next month on the corner of Main Street and Links Avenue.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jazzabelle Morales hits a pose on the runway as the last model of the show.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 9, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 11.10.16

Here's the scoop from last week's events...

  • Black Tie
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • July 19, 2015
Film Review: 'Mr. Holmes'

Sherlock Holmes is determined to close the greatest case he never solved in "Mr. Holmes."

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Robin Roy |
  • November 24, 2009
New parking fines take effect next week

Higher fees will help balance the city parking department's budget.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 27, 2012
New computer business opens

Sarasota-based Hurricane Computer has opened a new location on South Tamiami Trail.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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