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Daughters Courtney Wise, Whitney Wise Verdoni and Erika Wise know they have someone special in their father, Carl Wise.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • June 16, 2011
Father of the Brides

From dress shopping assistant to personal chauffer, Carl Wise, father of three daughters, is changing dad's role in the wedding process.

  • Sarasota
  • News
File photo Break-ins have been a frequent occurrence at the shuttered Colony property since it closed in 2010.
  • By Caleb Motsinger |
  • July 30, 2014
Pricey sculptures stolen from Colony

Former Colony Beach & Tennis Resort owner Dr. Murray 'Murf' Klauber reported $100,000 worth of artwork stolen from his former penthouse unit July 24.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Pianist Randy Estelle
  • By Michael Eng |
  • November 22, 2011
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Randy Estelle

Pianist Randy Estelle will usher in the Christmas season with a holiday performance this weekend at Christian Retreat in the East County. Read more about him in our candid Q&A.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • April 14, 2010
Feinstein embodies 'aerobic grandma' title

When Wendy Feinstein read an article about the new fitness modality called TRX straps in last month's Observer, she invited Schecter to join her for a challenging workout.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 9, 2009
Letters to the Editor

To send in your letters, please e-mail them to [email protected], or mail them to The Sarasota Observer, 1517 State Street, Sarasota, 34236. The Sarasota Observer gives priority to letters of local interest and about local issues. The Observer will print all letters to the editor if it feels they are of general interest, but only if the letter is signed and the author's street address and phone number are given. The editor reserves the right to condense letters.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Sarasota historian Jeff LaHurd released his book, "Owen Burns: The Man Who Bought and Built Sarasota," in honor of Burns' 100th anniversary of arriving in Sarasota.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • November 4, 2010
Historian's book honors local visionary developer

Sarasota will honor Owen Burns, a significant developer and civic leader of Sarasota, with community events next week.

  • Sarasota
  • 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
Voters will decide on two Longboat Key Town Commission seats in March.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 16, 2014
2015 election: Daly vs. Grossman, Jaleski vs. Younger

The town has two contested races after the deadline for candidates to qualify.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 16, 2011
Walgreens sets sights on plaza

The drug-store chain has held quasi-judicial hearings with the town about the possibility of anchoring Whitney Beach Plaza.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 30, 2010
Budget workshop set for Wednesday

The Longboat Key Town Commission will review a year-to-date expenditure analysis and discuss police and fire department staffing levels at a budget workshop 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 5.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 28, 2012
Residents take control of CDD

Three residents were sworn in Nov. 20, to serve on Lakewood Ranch CDD 6.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 15, 2011
Freedom Fest to march on for Fourth of July

Last year's Fourth of July brought nearly an inch of rain to Longboat Key, resulting in the cancellation of the annual Freedom Fest. But this year, organizers are hopeful that it won't rain on this parade.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Maria Lyle
  • By Paula Atwell |
  • June 22, 2011
Theater Review: 'Cowgirls'

"Cowgirls," at Florida Studio Theatre, ropes in the audience right away with its eclectic group of characters, each clearly defined by six talented actors.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 16, 2009
ODA rolls past St. Pete Shorecrest

The Out-of-Door Academy football team racked up nearly 450 yards and improved its record to 5-1 with a 48-6 rout of St. Pete Shorecrest Oct. 16.

  • East County
  • Sports
BUSTED: This week in police reports: Friday, Feb. 13
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 13, 2015
BUSTED: This week in police reports: Friday, Feb. 13

BUSTED: This week in police reports: Friday, Feb. 13

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Lila Tack, Emma Zamikoff and Iris Axelius smile during leg stretches.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • July 16, 2015
Campers raise the barre with Sarasota Ballet

Sarasota Ballet summer camps offer three weeks of ballet, musical theater and contemporary dance classes.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 24, 2010
Cops Corner 06.24.10

A business owner began his workweek by discovering his business sign and front window were defaced with red lipstick.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Black Tie Editor Loren Mayo
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • December 5, 2012
Black Tie & Tales

Ice, ice, baby; Lean, mean snow queen; Tidbits

  • Arts + Culture
Otus
  • By Otus |
  • January 13, 2014
Ask Otus: In Praise of Permits and Pompano

Otus Rufous, an Eastern Screech-owl, was born on Siesta Key and is a full-time resident there. An avid hunter, accomplished vocalist and genuine night owl, Otus is a keen observer of our local wildlife and knows many of nature's secrets. Otus will answer your questions about our amazing wildlife, but only if you Ask Otusâ„¢.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Five Sarasota Ballet dancers moved up from the corps de ballet to corypheé. Photos by Mallory Gnaegy.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • August 28, 2013
Spotlight: Climbing the Ranks

Five Sarasota Ballet dancers moved up from the corps de ballet to coryphee. Get to know them before you see them on stage.

  • Arts + Culture
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