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“People from all over the country can support you, your pet and the shelter at the same time," says HSSC Executive Director Kristi Dorman.
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • August 28, 2014
Humane Society searches for pet models

The Humane Society of Sarasota County will be accepting entries for its 3rd annual 'The Real HousePets of Sarasota County' Pet Calendar and Photo Contest. The winner will be featured on the cover of the 2015 calendar and each of the top 12 finalists will be showcased as a pet of the month.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Ringling Shopping Center is located on the east end of downtown Sarasota.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 26, 2016
Ringling Shopping Center plans could include 222 apartments

The city of Sarasota has conducted a traffic study for up to 222 mid-rise apartment units and 175,000 square feet of retail space on the site.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • April 22, 2014
Siesta special event permits to get another look

The county commission agreed Tuesday to consider adding Halloween to the list of holidays covered by a special event permit available to Siesta businesses.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Shayla, left, garnered 42% of Dream Harbor votes to win the position of mayor in the fictitious town. She is pictured with fellow Dream Harbor political hopefuls Alexa, Getzemany, Zhenasia, Jacqueline and Bella. Not pictured: candidates Gabby and Jennifer
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • November 10, 2016
Girls Inc. elects mayor

After a campaign that both united and inspired residents, Shayla emerges victorious in Dream Harbor's mayoral race.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A construction crew began tearing off the old roof on Whitney Beach Plaza on Monday.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 11, 2012
Whitney Beach Plaza renovations begin

A construction crew began work for a new roof this week at Whitney Beach Plaza.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 26, 2012
2012 Best of Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy the year's best Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
George Glance, president of KB Home's Central Florida operations, said his company was committed to correcting issues at Willowbrook.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 12, 2012
Willowbrook homes situation prompts a legislative bid

County officials will add to their legislative program a proposal to remove mandatory arbitration clauses from residential construction contracts.

  • East County
  • News
"I'm just lucky to say I've competed in the Miss Florida Pageant," East County resident Ellie Ohlman said. "There are so many amazing women who have held that title."
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 11, 2012
East County queen hits the stage at Miss Florida Pageant

Miss Florida Pageant contestant and East County resident Ellie Ohlman returned from St. Pete with a great experience and 43 new friends.

  • East County
  • News
Siesta Key Association board members Catherine Luckner and Michael Shay discuss a proposal to dredge Big Pass.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • August 8, 2013
SKA wants independent look at Big Pass plans

Concerns prompt the Siesta Key Association to hire a third-party coastal engineer to review a proposed dredging project for Big Pass.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Theresa Rickrode, Angel Birch, Joy Jensen, Linda Benedict and Kathy Wright all will walk in this year's 3-Day for the Cure.
  • By Michael Eng |
  • October 13, 2010
East County women prep for 3-Day

Four teams from Manatee and Sarasota have raised more than $216,000 for the 2010 Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure walk.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 23, 2013
Year in Review: February 2013, The Man with the 'Mote-est'

In the 1970s, many Sarasotans had never heard of Mote Marine Laboratory. Dr. Kumar Mahadevan's vision put it on the map.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • August 25, 2016
Mail-in ballots up as early voting winds down

Voters casting their votes via mail-in ballots are on the rise this primary election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • April 24, 2014
FDOT considers Bee Ridge pedestrian islands

The Florida Department of Transportation is seeking public input on a project designed to improve pedestrian safety on Bee Ridge Road.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota center Madison Pack plans to attend Columbia University.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 25, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Pair of basketball players and a softball player announce college intentions.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 10, 2012
SIDELINES

RiverDawgs try to hit one out of the park; Mustangs finish as runners-up; Lakewood Ranch sweeps Sarasota; Bulldog football squads earn multiple victories

  • East County
  • Sports
Jewel (Syreeta Banks) and the ladies of the house
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • July 25, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: 'The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas'

Venice has a whorehouse in it! 'The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas' opened Wednesday, July 25 at Venice Theatre. Directed and choreographed by Brad Wages, this show might lack clothing, but it's never skimping on charm. Make sure to catch Miss Mona Stangley's girls before they get run out of Texas - the show runs through Aug. 5. Tickets are $25 for adults; $13 for students. For more information call 488-1115 or visit venicestage.com.

  • Arts + Culture
Gavin Root.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 8, 2017
East County Athlete of the Week: 03.08.17

East County Athlete of the Week: 03.08.17

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • March 26, 2014
With rowing park contract, Sarasota supports nonprofit

Suncoast Aquatic Nature Center Associates formally will oversee operations for Nathan Benderson Park.

  • East County
  • News
Longboat Key Police Officer Wendy McGinnis staked out a south island condo complex to catch alleged package thieves.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 24, 2016
More charges pending against alleged package thieves

Longboat Key detectives continue investigating the couple allegedly involved with dozens of package thefts on the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota County deputies arrested a drenched burglary suspect before 2 a.m. Thursday, July 11, after the 21-year-old fell into the Grand Canal on Siesta Key.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 11, 2013
Armed homeowner foils burglary

A Siesta Key resident chased a man out of his home and into the Grand Canal early Thursday, July 11.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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