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Lauren Johnson, Dawn Allen, Catherine Bartz, Linne Callahan, Kim Choate, Elena Cassella, Amy Phillips and Rachel Adams at South Florida Museum's Couture in the Courtyard March 3.
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • December 22, 2014
Best of Black Tie 2014

As the 2014 social calendar comes to a close, Black Tie reviews the year in pictures.

  • Arts + Culture
Kristen and Ryan Phillips
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 6, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Chocolate Sundae

United Cerebal Palsy hosted its annual fundraiser Sunday, March 3, at Michael's On East, much to the delight of local chocolate-lovers. Guests savored chocolate creations, including cake pops, chocolate balls, ice cream and more, all to benefit the charity.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 4, 2015
OUR VIEW | More Medicaid: Federal ransom

The call of media editorialists, state senators and altruists for expanding Obamacare’s Medicaid program in Florida remains a cacophonous drumbeat of pots and pans.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 3, 2014
Neal plans Indigo, new Lakewood Ranch community

Neal Communities plans to continue growth in the East County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Tyler Whitson |
  • May 31, 2012
Southeastern Guide Dogs changes lives all over with the help of the community

Southeastern Guide Dogs changes lives all over with the help of the community

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 10, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, May 11

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Last week, the planning board chose not to recommend plans to designate The Sarasota Kennel Club as the only potential site for a future casino.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 22, 2012
Casino gambling change not recommended

The city's Planning Board doesn't feel it's appropriate to roll the dice and bet that a future casino could be earmarked for Sarasota until the Legislature approves casinos statewide.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kathryn Parks |
  • June 18, 2013
"Vocal Vixens" deliver a divine evening

"Vocal Vixens" deliver a divine evening

  • Arts + Culture
David Macdonald submitted this photo, taken during a thunderstorm near Hart’s Landing.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 6, 2014
Weather: Sarasota

Visit YourObserver.com to submit your local weather or nature-related photos. Weekly winners will be entered into a monthly drawing for a $25 gift card. Grand prize winner will receive a $5,000 flooring makeover.*

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Co-Chairwomen Caryn Patterson, Stacey Corley and Alicia Chalmers
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 7, 2017
Junior League of Sarasota looks back on 60 years of service

The philanthropic women’s organization celebrated its 60th Anniversary on April 6 at The Francis.

  • Black Tie
Linda Holland still lives in the 1926 historic home she moved into in 1980, when she came to Sarasota.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • February 14, 2013
Election: Neighborhood leader wants to bring two sides together

On the North Trail, Linda Holland wants to bridge differences between residents concerned with change and developers who want to redevelop the corridor.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Rosemary District overlay has allowed for the construction of higher-density developments like the CitySide apartments.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 31, 2018
Rosemary District crafts new density concepts

City staff is working with Rosemary District stakeholders on a potential incentive system that will link new development to neighborhood improvements.

  • Sarasota
  • News
President Larry Thompson of Ringling College of Art & Design, left, and Tom Aposporos of the Longboat Key Foundation, listen Monday as the deal to establish a $10 million art center on Longboat Key is extended into February. Terry O'Connor
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • December 13, 2016
Longboat Key Arts Center deal extended with Ringling College

“The town would be responsible for the site development and Ringling would be responsible for the building,” said assistant town manager Mike Hein.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 13, 2015
TWIS Asks: Wade Gasque, director of 'Tiger Orange'

TWIS Asks: Wade Gasque, director of 'Tiger Orange'

  • Arts + Culture
Mark Wemple. Manatee County Schools Superintendent Rick Mills believes changes in process, among other measures, will fix the district's budget woes.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • January 8, 2014
Issues to Watch 2014: Manatee School District budget

Superintendent Rick Mills hopes a competent team, stronger controls and community support help the district right its budget.

  • East County
  • News
This home at 5861 Gulf of Mexico Drive has four bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 2,409 square feet of living area. It sold for $800,000. Photo by Kristen Herhold
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 25, 2015
Four-bedroom Gulfside home sells for $800,000

A home in Longboat Key Gulfside tops all transactions in this week’s real estate.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • September 25, 2014
County searches for homelessness project funding

Harvest House asked the city and county for $400,000 for a homeless families housing project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
File photo. Principal Barbara Shirley
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 29, 2016
Eagle Fest to land at Alta Vista Elementary

Alta Vista Elementary will host 5th annual Eagle Fest Thursday, Aug. 4 from 5 to 7 p.m.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Matt Long and Andy Gertler sculpted Subway Under Pressure to represent the current events with Hurricane Sandy.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • November 12, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY & VIDEO: 2012 Crystal Classic Sand Sculpting Competition

Twenty-four sand sculptors competed in the 2012 Siesta Key Crystal Classic Competition on Siesta Beach Nov. 8 through Nov. 12. Sculptors from all over the U.S. and the world came to the third annual competition to show of their creations. The public also participated in sand sculpting demonstrations and browsed the vendor booths.

  • Arts + Culture
Arnold Berns has a deep appreciation for Sarasota history. The former president of the Historical Society of Sarasota County, he was instrumental in helping create the county's ordinance for historical preservation.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 27, 2016
Studio 41: The world in pictures

With his North Trail gallery, Arnold Berns combines his love for history, architecture and photography.

  • Arts + Culture
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