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Laura Freedman, directory of early childhood education at Temple Sinai, and Sunny Brownrout, vice president of youth education at Temple Sinai, prepared to meet guests at last year’s open house. Courtesy photo
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 21, 2013
NEWS BRIEFS

Synagogue council will hold open houses in both counties; School district adds to its senior leadership team

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy photo
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 21, 2013
Sidelines

Ranch Little League registration under way; New Balance to hold Cross-Country Day

  • East County
  • Sports
Chairwoman of the Sarasota-Bradenton pentathlon foundation Katherine Harris unveils one of the locations of the 2015 Modern Pentathlon.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • October 15, 2014
Selby Aquatic Center, Nathan Benderson Park to house 2015 Modern Pentathlon

The 2015 Modern Pentathlon, to be held Feb. 17 through Feb. 22, will feature events housed at Selby Aquatic Center's Potter Park and Nathan Benderson Park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • September 2, 2009
Profiles of Summer: Leading Ladies

Sarasota Ballet's new principal dancers may share the same title, but it's the technical differences that will set them apart this season.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 17, 2010
More questions surround Palm-Aire tower proposal

Manatee County planners now have deemed complete an application for a cell tower in Palm-Aire. A draft staff report indicates the county may support the project.

  • East County
  • News
Joe McGranaghan. Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 15, 2016
Theatre review: 'Stupid F%#*ing Bird'

Flight of the post-modern seagull

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Gilbert Sharell lives next to the Perry Residence and is fighting against its demolition. Photo by David Conway
  • By David Conway |
  • September 18, 2014
Commission to hear appeal on historic demolition

A group is appealing the demolition of a historic property downtown, but the current owners say the building is no longer financially sustainable.

  • Sarasota
  • News
In 2005 Mark Spreen decided to return to his alma mater to continue the legacy of the Riverview High School Kiltie Band.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • November 19, 2015
Conversation with Mark Spreen

Riverview High School Band Director Mark Spreen remembers when he wore the plaid Kiltie uniform and tries to uphold the same traditions of previous directors.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 12, 2010
Mote founder turns the page on new book edition

Dr. Eugenie Clark will have a new edition of her book, 'The Lady and the Sharks' at tomorrow's 'Books with Bites.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • February 7, 2013
Student Spotlight: Madeline Epstein

Eighth grade Booker Middle School student strives for excellence in all she does.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 31, 2014
Weekend's best bets: Friday, Jan. 31

Weekend's best bets: Friday, Jan. 31

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Courtesy photo
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 6, 2013
Whitefly influx hits close to home, affects plants

Whiteflies aren't just impacting Key plants; they're becoming an issue throughout the state.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Dr. Robert Hueter, of Mote Marine, co-authored a paper that outlines four classifications to better describe human interactions with sharks.
  • By Katie Hendrick |
  • February 6, 2013
New study urges society to alter references to shark behavior

Mote Marine scientist says sensational headlines distort real risks of shark 'attacks.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
St. Armands Circle merchants are concerned about parking shortages, particularly during peak season.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 18, 2015
Circle leaders stress urgency on garage

St. Armands Business Improvement District members want the city to hit the gas pedal toward a new parking structure.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By The Insider |
  • April 14, 2013
7 MUST SEE MOVIES: 4/14 Sarasota Film Festival

7 MUST SEE MOVIES: 4/14 Sarasota Film Festival

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 24, 2014
Top Stories - Longboat Key: April

APRIL FOOLS' - There's gonna be one less empty house on Longboat Key, following a universally acclaimed musician's purchase of the blinged out $22 million Ohana estate.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 30, 2009
Neighbors: Jack Wilson

Jack Wilson may be retired from the teddy-bear business, but he still has a huge soft spot in his heart for the cuddly companions.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Patrol officers like J.D. Miller have taken on additional responsibilities as the Sarasota Police Department has undergone staffing cuts over the past several years. Photo by David Conway
  • By David Conway |
  • January 14, 2015
Policing policy

Down more than 20% of its sworn officers since 2007, the Sarasota Police Department is adjusting to life with a leaner force.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 29, 2014
'Defiant Requiem' shows artistic rebellion at Terezin

Two survivors of the Terezin concentration camp and former U.S. Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat will speak at a screening of a documentary at Temple Beth Israel.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kelsey Grau
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 29, 2014
Business Briefs

Tampa restaurateurs buy St. Armands building; Cannons receives 15th consecutive Grady-White award; New boutique opens in former ScoopDaddy's location

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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