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EDC President and CEO Sharon Hillstrom. SMR President and CEO Rex Jensen, Fawley-Bryant Vice President Stu Henderson, and EDC incoming Chair Brian Volner celebrate Jensen's award.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 7, 2019
Rex Jensen honored at Bradenton Area Economic Development 2019 annual Update Reception.

Rex Jensen honored at Bradenton Area Economic Development 2019 annual Update Reception.

  • East County
  • News
Suzy Wilford, the outreach and recruitment ambassador for Southeastern Guide Dogs, says dogs like her dog, Carson, can change someone's life. People can see how the nonprofit benefits people during the walkathon. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 3, 2022
Southeastern Guide Dogs will host annual walkathon at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota

The Southeastern Guide Dogs Walkathon returns as an in-person event at Nathan Benderson Park.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 11, 2021
St. Armands Annual Art Festival returns

The art show spanned the weekend and showcased artists both close to home and far away.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Other items on the agenda for today's meeting include proposed uses for commercial space at the State Street garage and a downtown business' application for valet parking.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 18, 2014
Commissioners to discuss Palm Avenue streetscape

During the evening session of today’s Sarasota City Commission meeting, the board will consider the future of a downtown palm grove that businesses say causes flooding.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • January 10, 2019
Ladies lunch with the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee

The Lion of Judah and Pomegranate Luncheon was hosted Jan. 10 at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

  • Black Tie
David Milberg with Rod Serling at the WLW Radio 50th Anniversary Gala in 1972 — Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 3, 2018
Dave Milberg shares his lifelong love affair with radio, rock, and storytelling

Radio DJ-turned lawyer David Milberg shares the legends behind several rock ‘n’ roll’ hits.

  • Arts + Culture
Meals on Wheels PLUS  Vice President of Development  Diana Dill helps carry an emergency food box to be delivered to a family in need.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 9, 2017
Nonprofit fills 'critical' position with Lakewood Ranch resident

Fundraiser hopes to steer Meals on Wheels PLUS in right direction.

  • East County
  • News
Memorial benches will be similar to the ones already installed along Greenbrook Boulevard. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 19, 2012
CDD develops memorial program

Lakewood Ranch CDD 4 will allow residents to honor loved ones with three types of memorials.

  • East County
  • News
Jen-Ahearnn Koch, Hagen Brody and Martin Hyde are advancing to a runoff after Tuesday’s City Commission election.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 14, 2017
Ahearn-Koch, Brody, Hyde advance to Sarasota commission runoff

Two at-large City Commission seats remain up for grabs, as voters sent three candidates with distinct platforms to a runoff in May.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Poonam and Sheena Maini run their restaurant, Tandoor Indian Cuisine, together.
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • October 17, 2018
Familiar Faces: Poonam Maini

Poonam Maini carries on her dad’s legacy and passes it onto her children

  • Black Tie
Longboat Harbour's 50 docks were all decorated this year.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 23, 2019
Island lights: Not a filament of the imagination

See "watt" we're talking about with Longboat Key's magical Christmas lights.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Following his positive COVID-19 test, Commissioner Kyle Scott Battie participated in his swearing-in via Zoom as the oath was administered in the commission chambers.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 10, 2020
Sarasota city commissioner tests positive for COVID-19

Kyle Scott Battie said he is in good spirits after a rapid test at City Hall led to his remote participation in his own swearing-in ceremony.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The survey will be open through the remainder of February.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 13, 2020
Sarasota County seeks feedback on mental-health tax district

If approved, money from property taxes would be distributed to local organizations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ruan Jin Zhao, a doctor of Oriental medicine, prefers to use herbal concoctions to treat his patients. Some herbal remedies come pre-mixed, and others he has to make himself.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • November 13, 2015
Some get point of alternatives

Medicine doesn’t have to be one-size-fits-all.

  • Health
The Braden River Soccer Club 10U Maroon girls soccer team finished second in the Soccer Skills Thanksgiving Cup Nov. 28 and Nov. 29. (courtesy photo)
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 9, 2015
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Different paths lead to similar honor

  • East County
  • Sports
Firefighter/paramedic Matt Taylor made a presentation at the Feb. 22 Firefighters Pension Board meeting. Photo by Robin Hartill.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 29, 2012
Firefighter alleges collusion in handling of pension plan

Board members agreed that problems exist with the pension plan, but they weren't convinced that a crime occurred.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 23, 2013
News Briefs

Half marathon yields temporary road closure; Serenity Creek Subdivision to expand

  • East County
  • News
Supplies for the day are laid out.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 7, 2019
St. Armands Key Lutheran Church works with Habitat for Humanity

The Manatee County chapter of the organization is building multiple houses.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 9, 2014
News Briefs

Whole Foods building sells for $19.1 million; Benderson buys space in Southgate Mall; FDOT pitches Stickney Point Bridge repairs

  • Sarasota
  • News
Boglarka “Bo” Lengyel used the Emerging Educators to become a certified second grade teacher at Pine View School. Photo courtesy
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 11, 2021
Foundation helps place teachers in classrooms

Through the Emerging Educators program, the Barancik Foundation has helped place around 25 teachers in Sarasota classrooms.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
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