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Paul Thorpe has been a singularly influential presence for more than 40 years downtown — and now, his friends want the city to cement his legacy.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 1, 2017
Honoring Mr. Downtown: Residents push for tribute to Paul Thorpe

For more than four decades, Paul Thorpe has worked to make downtown a better place. Now, a group is asking the city to preserve his legacy.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Down two offensive starters, Braden River High beats district opponent Palmetto High 31-24.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 6, 2017
East County football roundup: 10.06.17

Down two offensive starters, Braden River High beats district opponent Palmetto High 31-24.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • November 24, 2014
Aerobic grandma: Time to give thanks for exercise benefits

It is the busy season. It is the eating, or shall we say overeating, season. All of that and more make it a time of year when it is too easy to make excuses not to exercise.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
For three months in 2020, the city temporarily suspended enforcement of its paid parking program because of COVID-19, leading to a steep decline in revenue. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 7, 2021
City keeps parking management in-house — for now

In addition to passing on options for teaming up with a private parking operator, the commission extended provisions allowing for expanded outdoor dining.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • October 20, 2011
Gifted program levels steady in Sarasota County schools

For the foreseeable future, the Sarasota County Public Schools should be at no risk of having to implement a lottery system to control the number of students in its gifted student programs.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Patrick Dougherty's "Close Ties" is an example of what to expect for his upcoming installation. Courtesy photo
  • By Emily Walsh |
  • January 2, 2013
Black Tie: Five in the house for 2013

Dressing up for this former social editor has had to do a lot more with Power Rangers, Batman, cowboys and Army guys as of late, thanks to a cute little 2-year-old that I know.

  • Arts + Culture
ODA senior quarterback Gus Mahler throws a pass against Bradenton Christian.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 18, 2017
ODA football gets wild win against Bradenton Christian

The Thunder defense forced five turnovers in the 7-6 victory.

  • East County
  • Sports
Fayth Walker, a junior at Braden River High Schools, says that being a part of the cotillion was a positive experience.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • May 23, 2018
Braden River High School students had a ball

Debutantes Dynah Banks and Fayth Walker participate in Cotillion at The Fete Ballroom on April 15.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 24, 2016
Savor Sarasota previews summer meals

The 11th annual event kicks off June 1.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Islandside Property Owners Coalition President Bob White has seen a concept Key Club project.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 26, 2015
Key Club checks in with IPOC on Islandside plan

IPOC President Bob White has reservations about hotel traffic but still hopes to sign an agreement in support of a future Key Club project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cardinal Mooney sophomore Maddie McNally helped lead the Lady Cougars to an 8-0 district record and the No. 1 seed in the Class 3A-District 10 tournament. Photo by Jen Blanco
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 16, 2014
Killer instinct

Cardinal Mooney sophomore outside hitter Maddie McNally leads the Lady Cougars with nearly 200 kills so far this season.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota County had a 75% return rate for questionnaires during the 2010 Census.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 30, 2020
Census work begins in March

First contact with local residents comes in the form of a letter.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • March 11, 2010
Google searches for test community

A program from the global Web company seeks a community in which to test a consumer Internet service that would be up to 100 times faster than existing services.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 13, 2010
Sensational seniors

The Manatee County All-Stars defeated the Sarasota County All-Stars 26-12 in the 18th annual Brad Price Memorial PAL Bowl.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 19, 2014
Restaurant's reopening rescheduled for the fall

The real estate investor didn't want to open after season but says he'll have 'one hell of a restaurant come October.'

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 19, 2013
Letters to the Editor

Hayek maligned, equality corrupted; Another solution exists; Thorpe delivers again

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 3, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Nov. 9

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 8, 2013
Daily Headlines: Oct. 8, 2013

Today's Stories: Commission approves telecommunication changes;

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Get the full results for the 2012 Primary Election in Sarasota County.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 15, 2012
2012 Primary Election: Sarasota County results

All 98 precincts in Sarasota County have reported complete results for the 2012 Primary Election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Get the full results for the 2012 Primary Election in Manatee County.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 15, 2012
2012 Primary Election: Manatee County results

All 113 precincts in Manatee County have reported complete results for the 2012 Primary Election.

  • East County
  • News
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