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  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 24, 2020
Sarasota weather page photo: April 23

Gordon Silver captured an image of this sunset over Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The district's millage rate will decrease by 3.8%, but residents may still pay more in taxes. because of an increase in the median property value.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • July 28, 2021
Sarasota School Board adopts tentative budget, millage rate

The district's millage rate will decrease by 3.8%, but residents may still pay more in taxes.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Margaret Good celebrates with supporters in Sarasota Tuesday after her win in the District 72 special election.
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • February 13, 2018
Good wins special election in House District 72

Democrats take control of House District 72 after losing the seat by nearly 17 points in 2016.

  • Sarasota
  • News
K-9 Ron and his handler Deputy Jerod Wolfe ready to board the helicopter. Ron appears eager for the ride.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 28, 2019
Manatee Sheriff's Office finds new way to hound suspects

Sheriff's Office K-9 helicopter rides to improve East County response times in Manatee County

  • East County
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • January 14, 2019
John Wilton McKitrick

John Wilton McKitrick passed away peacefully at his home on Long Boat Key, Florida, Sunday, January 13, 2019.  He was 85 years old. His obituary tribute is publishing in the Longboat Observer.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Dora Walters with her cat, Lottie, and dog, Jake. Courtesy photos
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 13, 2015
A reporter rewinds

Retired Longboat Observer Senior Editor Dora Walters looks back on her childhood, early careers and adventures in her new book.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 16, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 06.16.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Debbie Huckaby with Aquiel, a Moluccan Cockatoo
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 27, 2018
Eastern Manatee County sanctuary grows to almost 400 parrots

Birds of Paradise, run by Executive Director Debbie Huckaby in east Manatee County, provides a safe perch for rescued parrots.

  • East County
  • News
Manatee County is averaging 66.7 new COVID-19 cases per day during the week from Oct. 20 through Oct. 26, an increase from previous weeks.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • October 27, 2020
County extends state of emergency

Manatee County state of emergency for COVID-19 extended through Nov. 3

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 16, 2011
Prep Scoreboard

Read this week's prep scoreboard including scores from boys and girls soccer, volleyball, girls basketball, and football.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 4, 2013
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota football roundup: 09.14.18
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 14, 2018
Sarasota football roundup: 09.14.18

Sarasota football roundup: 09.14.18

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • March 8, 2020
Asolo Repertory Theatre brings Bollywood to life

A Bollywood Ball was held March 7 at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Nikki Yanez, 10, occasionally practices on the tennis court. The majority of her training is done through stretching, conditioning and completing gymnastics elements. Photo by Jen Blanco
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 7, 2014
Back-to-back Champ

Ten-year-old Nikki Yanez won a pair of tennis titles last month after only having played the sport for two years.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
As crews complete construction of an 18-story condo at 624 S. Palm Ave., another developer is planning to build another high-rise next door.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 25, 2018
Downtown high-rises remain in demand

Another 18-story luxury condominium is coming to the bayfront, a sign of continued interest in high-end downtown residences.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Cutting Loose Salon celebrates its fifth year in business
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 7, 2013
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Florida Chamber of Commerce president to speak at kick-off breakfast; Cutting Loose Salon celebrates its fifth year in business; CrossFit Sarasota opens a new Sarasota location on McAshton Street

  • Sarasota
  • News
life-after-beth
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • October 8, 2014
Aubrey Plaza on becoming a zombie, evolving her craft and 'Life After Beth'

Aubrey Plaza on becoming a zombie, evolving her craft and 'Life After Beth'

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Participants in Aging in Paradise’s hundreds of programs pride themselves on their activity level.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 18, 2017
Aging in Paradise masters health and friendship

The resource center offered about 300 classes and programs in 2016.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Future Marlene's House residents, Community Haven representatives and others throw dirt to celebrate the start of construction.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 5, 2015
CHAC expands facilities

Community Haven today broke ground on Marlene's House, a new 9-bed group home

  • East County
  • News
Duane and Beth Chapman are known for their show "Dog the Bounty Hunter," which aired more than 300 episodes in 10 years. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 30, 2019
Bounty hunting legend to share about cancer battle

'Dog the Bounty Hunter' star Beth Chapman to make special Mother's Day appearance at Bradenton church.

  • East County
  • News
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