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By Nick Friedman |
December 3, 2013

The Good News: Megan Wenger

As community engagement coordinator for Community Youth Development, Megan Wenger says she enjoys the opportunity to interact with some of the city's most involved and promising students.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
April 30, 2009

Child protection center gets new home

A groundbreaking ceremony for the Child Advocacy Center, the new home for Sarasota's CPC, was held Thursday, April 23

Sarasota
News

By Pam Eubanks |
April 27, 2016

A new-wave idea springs up for John Marble Pool

With improvements, Marble Park pool could host competitive swim teams and other programs.

East County
News

By Jen Blanco |
July 7, 2016

Historic bucket race

Former Sarasota Crew rowers compete in prestigious Henley Royal Regatta, on the River Thames, in Henley-on-Thames, England.

Sarasota
Sports

By Jessica Salmond |
June 25, 2015

Bayside Community Church vacation Bible school dives into scripture

The East County church held its summer vacation Bible school this week with a "Big Top" theme.

East County
Neighbors

By Samantha Chaney |
January 11, 2019

Officials continue to explore potential rental enforcement actions on Siesta Key

Siesta Key residents were presented with potential actions that the local code enforcement team may take in the face of increasing rental violations.

Siesta Key
News

By Robin Hartill |
October 16, 2013

St. Armands Circle Association welcomes new part-time assistant; Cannons Marina to showcase new offerings at St. Armands Boat Show; Dry Dock reopens for season; Taiwanese USF students take a field trip to visit Sandbar and Pine Avenue

Longboat Key
News

By Alex Mahadevan |
June 7, 2012

County Commission approves direct water main connector

The Sarasota County Commission unanimously approved $1.13 million in funding for a new connection between Siesta and Casey keys.

Sarasota
News

By Alex Mahadevan |
June 7, 2012

County Commission approves direct water main connector

The Sarasota County Commission unanimously approved $1.13 million in funding for a new connection between Siesta and Casey keys.

Siesta Key
News

By Observer Staff |
July 6, 2016

Groundhog Day at the beach

Every six, seven, eight years, the barrier islands need to renourish their beaches. And every time, federal and state agencies delay the projects. There must be a better way.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
October 25, 2011

Classic Cops of the Day: Sarasota

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the Sarasota Observer archives.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By David Conway |
July 14, 2017

Osprey Avenue bridge reopens to traffic

After nearly a yearlong closure associated with the Lift Station 87 project, the city will reopen the Osprey Avenue bridge to traffic this week.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
July 14, 2016

Longboat Key weather page photo: July 14

Melissa Rosowski Herron captured this shot at sunset as Longboat Key Turtle Watch members released turtles that were found in an excavated nest that morning.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Alex Mahadevan |
June 11, 2012

Drainage difficulties delay volleyball tournament

Storm-water drainage problems marred Siesta Key Beach over the weekend and delayed the Dig the Beach Volleyball Tour.

Siesta Key
News

By Black Tie Staff |
March 21, 2013

Glitz at the Ritz-Carlton honoring Al and Barbara Siemer

Black Tie

By Pam Eubanks |
November 13, 2015

Flavors of Fall

The fall season offers some of the most unique and versatile fruits and vegetables of the year, including pumpkin.

Health

By Heidi Kurpiela |
August 4, 2010

In the recording studio with Twinkle (VIDEO)

Here's a behind-the-scenes glimpse of Twinkle as she records the song "Joy" for the "Beautiful Noise" soundtrack. The Sarasota singer even has a small cameo in the film.