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Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 24, 2013
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Katie Johns |
  • December 1, 2016
St. Mary rings in the holidays

St. Mary Star of the Sea, Catholic Church hosted its annual holiday party on Dec. 1.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lauren Hayes gets doused in cold water during an event.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • March 21, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Clickbooth Field Day

Employees of Sarasota-based online advertising company, Clickbooth, came together March 21, sleeveless neon-colored T-shirts and all. The co-workers, who were randomly divided into nine teams, played memory games, completed obstacle courses and other activities as they competed in the company's third Field Day at Longwood Park. The winning team not only won bragging rights, but also had $2,500 of the company's dollars donated to the charity of their choice.

  • East County
  • News
Michael Corbino Jr.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • January 1, 2016
Top Story — December: Former pro racer Michael Corbino Jr., 27, dies in crash

Corbino, 27, of Longboat Key, died Nov. 29 after he lost control of his motorcycle and hit a tree while traveling northbound on South Tamiami Trail.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By June LeBell |
  • March 19, 2017
Music review: Masterworks 6

A 'Titan' of a program at Sarasota Orchestra's masterworks concert.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Sarasota resident Judy Schattner submitted this sunset photo, taken from the Venice Pier.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 20, 2014
Weather: Sarasota

Sarasota resident Judy Schattner submitted this sunset photo, taken from the Venice Pier.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Chairwomen Barbara Ackerman and Flori Roberts pose with guest speaker Anne-Marie Slaughter, center.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • March 12, 2013
Renaissance Luncheon 'Redefining Balance'

Renaissance Luncheon 'Redefining Balance'

  • Black Tie
Ella Bontrager and Sarah Miller are excited about Dutchman Hospitality's proposal to build a hotel nearby.
  • By Jack Short |
  • November 25, 2015
Der Dutchman owner seeks Pinecraft hotel

The proposed hotel’s reach could go beyond the Amish and Mennonite communities.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Liz and Anne Hampton Callaway
  • By June LeBell |
  • January 25, 2017
Sarasota's music scene: Looking ahead

There’s no shortage of things to look forward to in Sarasota’s music world. Here are a few favorites.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 6, 2015
Special Delivery

Want to help feed the area’s needy?

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Heather Perry has lived in Lakewood Ranch since 2004. She moved to Florida from Washington, D.C. She said she’s always loved animals and loved keeping them close to her.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • July 15, 2015
Conversation with Heather Perry

The Canine Ranch Country Club owner is expanding the property's services— and its purpose.

  • East County
  • News
Benderson Park, which hosts the World Championships in 2017, just landed another huge rowing event.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 12, 2016
Benderson Park lands another big rowing event

USRowing's Youth National Championships will bring sports tourism dollars to the area.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 6, 2010
Athlete of the Week: Sam Severson

The Observer spotlights Lakewood Ranch midfielder Sam Severson.

  • East County
  • Sports
President of the Sarasota County Veterans Commission Andy Hooker calls veteran Rick Rogala up to accept his award for service.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • May 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : A Tribute to Veterans

The Jewish Family and Children Services and the All Faiths Food Bank honored veterans Tuesday, May 28 at Michaels on East at A Tribute to Veterans luncheon. Veterans Earl E. Jacobson, Daniel F. Kennedy, Rick Rogala, John W. Saputo, Troy C. Scott and Steve Wilberding were honored with awards for their dedication to veterans and the community.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 25, 2014
Observer on the hunt for displays

We're making our list of the best holiday lights displays in Sarasota and checking it twice.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Thunder by the Bay has had a presence on Main Street in downtown Sarasota every year since 1999, but the motorcycle festival will move to a new venue in 2017.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 20, 2016
Thunder by the Bay relocates to Lakewood Ranch

Following complaints from downtown Sarasota merchants and residents, the motorcycle festival is moving almost entirely out of the city and expanding its presence elsewhere in the region.

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy photos Cardinal Mooney senior Cassidy Marryott, pictured with Sarasota Crew coaches Kirby Gant and Marty Beyer, will row for UCF this fall.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 15, 2014
Moving On Up

Cardinal Mooney rower Cassidy Marryott and Sarasota wrestler Tobias Baker both recently signed athletic scholarships.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jake Freeman of The Huntsmen
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Pickin' Picnic

Musicians and fans gathered Sunday, March 10, at the Cock and Bull for the second annual Pickin' Picnic event. Hosted by Faceless Bandits, the event featured nine bands, which played an all-day outdoor show, while fans chowed down on hot dogs and sliders.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 3, 2016
Leadership for others

While many Americans lament public office seekers and their sycophants who are in it for themselves, here are four volunteer civic leaders contributing for the right reasons.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • September 17, 2015
Rotary Club gives back

The Rotary Club of Longboat Key hosted its biweekly food pantry on Sept. 17 at Tuttle Elementary School.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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