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Director of the Office of Business and Economic Development Jeff Maulsby presented a review of the county's economic incentive program at Wednesday's county commission meeting.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • September 22, 2016
County commissioners stand by incentive program

Although the county plans to re-evaluate its policies on awarding economic incentives to private firms, officials believe the program is effective.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota Police Department shared this image, reportedly of Ryan Flanzer at the 1350 Main condo building today.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 5, 2018
UPDATE: Downtown condo shooting suspect turns himself in

The Sarasota Police Department said Ryan M. Flanzer barricaded himself in a bayfront hotel before surrendering.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Participants of farm's first goat yoga class practice yoga at Fruitville Grove.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • October 19, 2017
Sarasota farm welcomes local yogis

Fruitville Grove farm breaks away from the herd to offer unique yoga class.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Pat Summers spent the morning with her grandchildren: Natalie, Kayla, Josh and Jere Keane.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 10, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY:Freedom Grandparents Breakfast

Students at Freedom Elementary School spent a special morning with their grandparents during the school's Grandparents Breakfast Feb. 10. Following breakfast, students made sure to stop by the book fair with their grandparents before heading off to class.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • May 25, 2018
Downtown Sarasota's walk in the park offers unique live music experience

The feast is both edible and aural at Café in the Park restaurant with several live music performances in Downtown Sarasota.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 16, 2011
Briefs

County improves its budget forecast; New College has eight Fulbright scholars; Sarasota real-estate sales stay strong

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kimberly Tocci, Deanna Joyce and Brenda Hibbeln
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 9, 2017
Florida Winefest & Auction supporters play bingo for a cause

The first Designer Handbag Bingo was held at The Francis on Feb. 9.

  • Black Tie
Clear Idea Labs CEO Teddy Mathieu and Sarasota Underground founder Raymmar Tirado want to get more people dialed into local issues.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 9, 2017
Advocates work to boost engagement in city politics

Can an eclectic eight-person field — and an increased push from outside groups — help drive up voter turnout in the city election?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Terry Turner, 72 plans to take some time to recharge.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • May 16, 2013
Fiscal frontrunner: Terry Turner

Terry Turner lobbied for a strong city manager role and redevelopment on the North Trail.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • February 2, 2017
St. Martha, St. Mary commemorate National Catholic Schools Week

Students commemorated the week with a full day of service.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 13, 2018
Art Ovation Hotel hosts reception to unveil “Legacy” with Ringling College

Art Ovation Hotel and the Ringling College of Art and Design presented the hotel’s inaugural exhibit April 12.

  • Arts + Culture
Nik Wallenda made history Sunday, June 23, when he walked a 2-inch-wide cable suspended 1,400 feet above the Grand Canyon’s Little Colorado River Gorge. 
(photo courtesy of Cliff Roles)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 25, 2013
City to welcome Wallenda home with parade

The homecoming parade will precede the Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix's Festival Parade of Boats.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Nathan Benderson, founder of Benderson Development, an East County-based developer, died April 7. He was 94. File photos.
  • By Pam Eubanks and Mark Gordon |
  • April 11, 2012
Nathan Benderson: 'One of a Kind'

Nathan Benderson, who grew up in the Great Depression, turned a hardscrabble childhood into a lifetime of business success and unbridled philanthropy. He died April 7.

  • East County
  • News
Jordan Litwiller takes a three-pointer against Sarasota Military Academy.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 11, 2018
Blazing a trail: Sarasota Christian senior is one of top scorers in state

As of Jan. 9, he was averaging 25.9 points per game.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 18, 2010
Longboat officer commended

Dean Greathouse was praised last week for helping a couple stranded on the side of the road.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The meeting will start at 9 a.m., May 10 at the county administrative building.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 9, 2011
Manatee commission considers sign ordinance

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners tomorrow will hold the first of two public hearings on a proposed sign ordinance.

  • East County
  • News
Marty Samowitz, 98, holds a photo of himself at age 27, shortly after he joined the Air Force.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 13, 2013
Iwo Jima: A survivor's story

At 98, Marty Samowitz is the oldest-known Iwo Jima survivor. Feb. 19 will mark 68 years since the start of the pivotal World War II battle.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • February 10, 2015
Fashion Insider: Valentine's Day Fever

People seem to be polarized about Valentine's Day - they either love it, or they hate it. Black Tie was feeling pink and sparkly, so we shopped around town to see what fun things we could find in the spirit of Valentine's Day.

  • Arts + Culture
Kittens Ari and Ori scope out the class while Steven and Christine relax to start the class.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • August 11, 2016
Cat Depot does downward dog

Cat Depot brings back community yoga class with cats.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sheehan
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 21, 2014
Football preview: Riverview High

Riverview High senior lineman Riley Sheehan has been an integral part of the Rams' varsity squad. This year he hopes to lead his team to the playoffs.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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