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  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 29, 2015
Sarasota Police arrest ‘Rambo’ in drug raid

The Sarasota Police Department has charged 22-year-old Nolan Rebollo, who is known as ‘Rambo’, with possession of cocaine with intent to sell within 1,000 feet of a park and possession of drug paraphernalia.

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Lakewood Ranch's Lori Walker. Photo by Pam Eubanks
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • June 16, 2017
Garden club earns accolades

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The eatery will offer a variety of Neapolitan style pizzas. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 18, 2019
Doughbie Bros. Pizza opens at University Town Center plaza

Doughbie Bros. Pizza opens at Benderson's University Town Center in Sarasota-Manatee area.

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  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • February 25, 2015
39th annual Longboat Key Garden Club Home Tour: Tickled pink

The British West Indies-style home is infused with blasts from the past.

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The renovated pier features shade structures and artwork inspired by Sarasota Bay. Photo courtesy city of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 27, 2021
Reopening set for Sarasota's Saprito Pier

The Tony Saprito Fishing Pier closed in November to facilitate renovations designed to extend the lifespan of the structure.

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Applications for Manatee County citizens who are interested in filling the vacancy on the county's Value Adjustment Board are due Wednesday.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • May 10, 2021
Manatee County Value Adjustment Board applications due Wednesday

Manatee County Value Adjustment Board searching for a new citizen member

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Blanco will have two art pieces shown at the exhibition. Courtesy photo.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • August 10, 2022
Sarasota artist enters illustration exhibition in Italy

Artist Jorge Blanco had two works submitted to the exhibition running in Italy from Aug. 6-28.

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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 20, 2009
Mote announces 'Protect Our Reefs' photo contest

The winner will receive a Key West getaway and have his or her photograph featured in promotional materials for a specialty license plate.

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  • By Loren Mayo |
  • November 2, 2009
Bijou Cafe serves up new chef

Chef Stephen Phelps joins the Sarasota restaurant following the closing of Canvas Cafe three months ago.

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  • By Steve Whidden |
  • November 29, 2009
Professional Golf Tips 101

Rosedale Director of Instruction and PGA Professional Steve Whidden offers tips for improving your game.

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  • By Loren Mayo |
  • September 3, 2009
Shoe drive to benefit The Salvation Army

The Sarasota Foot Care center pairs with local businesses for its Pair-to-Spare shoe drive during the month of September.

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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 5, 2009
S.R. 789 project on road to completion

Along with a new bicycle path on the south end of Longboat Key, the project includes repaving St. Armands Circle.

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  • By Dora Walters |
  • February 19, 2010
Arts Center awards its members

The annual Members' Juried Exhibition at the Longboat Key Center for Arts, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design, showcases a wide variety of work.

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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 24, 2010
No mystery: Grand Bay resident's first novel is a hit

Last year, Grand Bay resident James Hensal published "Heir of Suspicion."

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 8, 2009
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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 1, 2010
State changes license requirements

State of Florida driver's license requirements now mandate that certain documents be produced in person to renew your license.

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  • By Robin Roy |
  • August 16, 2010
City urged to settle noise suit

The city attorney will advise commissioners to accept a $50,000 settlement offer from a couple whose car was impounded under a 2008 anti-noise ordinance.

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  • By Elaine Glickman |
  • July 19, 2010
Jewish community gathers for wine tasting

More than 120 people came out for the special event at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.

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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 23, 2010
Sarasota Kiwanis gives out $45,000

Several East County organizations received funds this year.

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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 26, 2010
News Briefs 05.27.10

Manatee County has eliminated 60 positions to prepare for upcoming budget cuts.

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