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  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 21, 2016
Hospital Board — Northern District, Seat 1: Jim Meister

Jim Meister, a Republican, is facing Democrat Delores "Dee" McFarland in the general election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jack Short |
  • October 8, 2015
Honore to receive another roundabout

Prepare to slow down when you drive the intersection of Honore Avenue and Central Sarasota Parkway.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sixteen-year-old Sarah Schoeffel says she loves learning about other cultures.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 22, 2012
Extraordinary Exchange: China

Sixteen-year-old Sarah Schoeffel spent approximately seven weeks in China this summer. The teen was one of 30 students nationwide to earn the scholarship opportunity with the NSLI-Y Scholarship program.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The Charter Review Committee recommended City Hall keep its current form of government.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • February 2, 2011
Committee rejects elected-mayor proposal

By a 7-3 vote, Charter Review Committee members decided not to change the city's form of government.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 5, 2014
Sochi Bound

Ellenton skaters Nathan Bartholomay and Felicia Zhang held hands for the first time in May 2011.

  • East County
  • Sports
Learn how to make cake pops from Becky Schultes.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 4, 2012
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Becky Schultes

Sarasota resident Becky Schultes is the owner of Sweet Teeth Cake Pops and Bites. Get her recipe for cake pops in our 'In the Kitchen' feature.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 7, 2012
Key Club property sells for $32 million

Sales recorded in the Sarasota County Clerk of Circuit reveal that Delray Beach-based Ocean Properties Ltd. purchased Oct. 31 the Longboat Key Club and Resort property through nine sales totaling $32 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ida Cuthbertson writes down her ideas for public transportation at the Feb. 11 meeting. Photo by Jessica Salmond
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • February 18, 2015
County launches Comp Plan update process

Residents are wary of the county's methods for public input during the comprehensive plan overhaul.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Last year’s Grand Marshal  and World War II veteran Lee Auslander, then 100, with Andy Hooker and Andy Sawyer.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • October 7, 2015
Rotary Club to honor veterans

The Rotary Club of Longboat Key will host its second annual Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • February 23, 2015
Questions remain on Woman's Exchange expansion

On Tuesday, the city will host a second community workshop to discuss the proposed expansion of the Woman's Exchange - a source of concern among Laurel Park residents

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sandra Lopez and Lisa Chavez. Photo by Millington
  • By June LeBell |
  • March 5, 2017
In 'Dialogues of the Carmelites,' impassioned singing and acting prevail

Sarasota Opera showcases its best, most cohesive cast of the season with strong singing and dramatic, believable acting.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • November 21, 2013
County sees silver lining in project's delay

County officials say two construction projects at Siesta Beach will have little impact on beach access and may ultimately lead to increased efficiency and cost savings.

  • Sarasota
  • News
(Courtesy Catherine Luckner) Snowy plovers, shorebirds known to nest on Siesta Key, scrape "nests" out of the sand to lay their eggs.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 25, 2014
Vehicle disrupts Siesta shorebird nests

Sarasota Audubon Society members and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission suspect an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) Monday, disturbed or destroyed Siesta Key shorebird nests - including those of nesting snowy plovers.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Mi Pueblo offers an authentic Mexican menu and atmosphere at their locations in Sarasota and Venice.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • September 24, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Mi Pueblo

This week we went in the kitchen at Mi Pueblo, with owner Bonifacio Caro, while chef Julio prepares carne asada tacos with fresh salsa verde. Get the recipe and watch an instructional video in this week's 'In the Kitchen.'

  • Longboat Key
  • News
When will the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort be razed and rebuilt? Five years since its closing, there's no easy answer.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 12, 2015
Colony: The slow collapse

‘What’s the deal with the Colony?’ is a question local tourism officials hear frequently. Five years after the resort’s closing, there are no easy answers.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota residents Marc and Dawn Bukaty prepare homemade chipotle bowls for roughly 180 Sarasota Crew rowers.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 19, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Food team keeps Sarasota Crew fueled on race day.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Robin Roy |
  • March 25, 2010
Police panel quiets chief

The Sarasota police chief thought he might get to defend himself against the Police Advisory Panel's heavy criticism but was told he'd have to wait for a future meeting.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 25, 2017
Urbanite Theatre announces fourth season

In its fourth season, Urbanite Theatre explores a variety of theatrical styles — and unlikely human connections.

  • Arts + Culture
Commissioner Pat Zunz said Friday she suspects another power pole debate might arise at the Town Commission's special meeting Monday.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 27, 2014
Power pole debate flickers again

Only Commissioners Pat Zunz and Lynn Larson favor more commission discussion and investigation about the possibility of burying the town's power lines along Gulf of Mexico Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
****Barbara Zdziarski has become one of the most beloved staff members of the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance, her colleagues agreed. She retires at the end of the month.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • June 24, 2015
Alliance says goodbye to a friendly face

Amy Gonzalez will replace Barbara Zdziarski as the membership and events coordinator.

  • East County
  • News
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