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  • By James Campbell |
  • April 8, 2013
Buchanan tax forum well-received by public

Buchanan tax forum well-received by public

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Robin Roy |
  • October 1, 2009
Transients rarely serve time, nor pay for crimes

Sarasota's habitual offenders, mainly transients, usually escape time in jail. And, when fined, they don't pay.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • April 16, 2014
SANCA delivers paperwork, regains charitable status

SANCA officials say a contract with Sarasota County will fund more staff to prevent future oversights.

  • East County
  • News
Jen Blanco
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 8, 2012
Comment: Hoops madness hits early out east

The tournament seeds have been announced, and the brackets are set.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 7, 2013
Bowden to celebrate birthday in Sarasota

Tickets are still available to Celebrate Life with former Florida State University Football Coach Bobby Bowden Friday, Nov. 8.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Did you know the Kentucky Derby has been held since 1875? Where will you watch it this weekend?
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • May 1, 2015
WEEKEND BEST BET: East County Kentucky Derby parties

Where will you watch the Kentucky Derby this weekend?

  • East County
  • News
Kenny Barr. File photo
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 14, 2014
Barr dished out friendship, community support

Longtime restaurateur Kenny Barr died May 8. He was 73.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Raccoons are a common sight during the day at Ted Sperling Park, and the county is trying to reduce their ability to scavenge through trash cans for food. Photo by David Conway
  • By David Conway |
  • May 14, 2014
Lido Key raccoons pose problems for county

The raccoon population at Ted Sperling Park - undeterred by the presence of humans - has become a headache for some South Lido Beach visitors.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 18, 2009
Ponzi pair e-mails friends

The SEC says a Sarasota couple were part of a scheme that used $14 million of investors' money to pay gambling debts and mortgage payments, but in an e-mail, one Sarasota suspect places the blame elsewhere.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jessica Luck |
  • July 8, 2009
Johnson leaves legacy of lifelong passion

Williams Douglas "Billy" Johnson, 86, of Longboat Key, died July 2.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Corey Murphy tees off at Bobby Jones Golf Club — a municipal-owned course to which the city is attempting to attract more visitors.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 29, 2015
What does the future hold for Bobby Jones Golf Club?

Amid privatization talks, the committee tasked with mapping out a plan for the long-term viability of Bobby Jones is keeping all its options on the table.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kimley Horn planners Shawn Dressler and Bill Waddill present a concept for redeveloping the Bath & Racquet Club to a room of residents at City Hall.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 14, 2017
Bath & Racquet plans rile up neighbors

As the Bath & Racquet Club plots a residential expansion, people in the area are concerned about the project’s potential height and density.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 2, 2012
Travel Log: Finding Florida

East County residents Ray and Pat Ciemniecki recently completed their journey to all of Florida's 162 state parks.

  • East County
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"We call it like we see it," Jack Littman-Quinn says of his and his wife's food reviews.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • May 28, 2014
Food reviewers love to share their meals

Jack and Beth Littman-Quinn started reviewing food because they wanted to have a hobby together. Seven years later, they still enjoy sharing the experience.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • By Caleb Motsinger and Kristen Herhold |
  • October 15, 2014
Business Briefs

Wells Fargo gives third grant to Mote Marine; St. Armands Circle looks to get two new businesses; Beach Residences units sell for combined $5,595,000

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 26, 2010
Residents to monitor town efficiency

The majority of the Town Commission wants a committee of Key residents to oversee town operations and offer efficiency suggestions.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 10, 2014
News Briefs

County Commission OKs Shell Road parking plan; FDOT nixes no right on red at Stickney Point Road

  • Sarasota
  • News
 Shell Road is now over grown with grass, unable to be identified from a property owner’s lawn. Shell Road was formally vacated in 1981 and, 35 years later, Siesta Key residents fear they are losing access to beaches.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • July 21, 2016
Shell Road history illustrates fight for beach access on Siesta

A Siesta Key resident’s decision to sue the county over the vacation of a waterfront road has prompted debate over public beach access, but this is not the first time the subject has been hoisted into the spotlight.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Draper's Kitchen Aide mixer
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • October 24, 2011
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Robin Draper

Robin Draper is a Siesta Key native who runs her own website about Florida native cuisine and activities. Draper loves to cook and bake. One of her specialities is her key lime pie.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 25, 2010
Habitat celebrates its 25th anniversary

Habitat for Humanity Sarasota will hold a celebration this weekend in honor of its 25th anniversary at the Habitat for Humanity Restore, 2095 17th St.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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