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  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 6, 2011
Cops Corner

CLASSIC COPS - 'Boot-scootin' Boogie' March 24, 2002, 9:01 a.m. 500 block of Cutter Lane. Public Service. Subject said his neighbor blasted country music all night long. Subject said he hates country music and his neighbor knows it.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Cyndi Seamon measures a new nest.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 30, 2019
Turtle numbers on the rise

More nests spotted on Longboat beaches than in years past.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Permitted temporary signs, such as these promoting recent open houses at a condo community on Gulf of Mexico Drive, are 1 square foot.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 1, 2019
Longboat points the way toward new sign rules

Real estate companies on the front line of batch of regulations based on size, number and location, not message.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A Palm Avenue scaffolding malfunction was one of several high-profile construction accidents downtown this summer.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 9, 2017
Growth issues dominate city conversations

As building continues throughout the city of Sarasota, officials are examining polices designed to manage the effects of new development.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The clear cutting of neighborhood lots is one of the ongoing problems with trees in the city, residents say.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 17, 2015
City staff advances conversations regarding enhanced tree protections

With strong backing from neighborhoods, the city of Sarasota will explore amending city codes to make regulations regarding urban trees more stringent.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 12, 2014
Debate reveals candidate similarities

Four commission candidates expressed opinions on updated codes, a town center concept and a new Colony Beach & Tennis Resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
File photo. The Longboat Key Hilton Beachfront Resort will close after the season for an 18-month revitalization project.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 8, 2014
Issues to Watch 2014: Checkout time

The Hilton project is the first to ask for additional tourism units.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Donna Swan |
  • August 26, 2009
Deal Us In: Wonderful defense

This East-West pair cooperated to set a seemingly ironclad contract. North's bidding seems a bit iffy. His hand is worth 19 points, and a simple heart raise does not do it justice.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Donna Swan |
  • June 17, 2009
Deal Us In: Wake up a partner with this sequence

Deal Us In: Wake up a partner with this sequence

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Phishing (pronounced "fishing") is a type of online identity theft where con artists send emails or text messages that appear to come from institutions you trust, like your bank or credit card company.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 24, 2012
Sheriff warns of phishing scams

Sarasota County residents are being warned of two phishing scams circulating in e-mail inboxes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Family portraits are one of the stops on the Day4Hope schedule.
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • July 23, 2019
Sarasota, Manatee churches hold a 'Day4Hope' for families in need

Throughout Sarasota, Bradenton and Venice, 18 churches will fulfill 3,000 children's back to school needs.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Seaward Development Vice President of Operations Anna Chesanek laughs as she puts on her gold hard hat for the groundbreaking.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • December 11, 2017
Seaward Development breaks ground on Palm Avenue property

Stakeholders held a ceremonial groundbreaking at the future site of the 7 One One Palm development on Dec. 8.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 18, 2017
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  • East County
  • Neighbors
Artist Van Jazmin works on an illustration as a part of SCOPE's High Tech, High Touch workshop. The artwork wasn't limited to the professionals, as participants earlier sketched their visions for a better community.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 20, 2013
SCOPE seeks vision for ideal community

At its 'High Tech, High Touch' workshop Tuesday morning, SCOPE asked participants to share their thoughts on how to better shape Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
“I enjoy it,” Lake Vistas' Steve Harrison said of being an enumerator. “It’s really good for someone who’s a people person and that’s me.”
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 9, 2020
It's a numbers crunch in Lakewood Ranch

Census workers round up responses before Sept. 30.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 20, 2009
Cops Corner

Cops Corner

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Pynelopee Redmond, who is 1 year old, snatches an egg to add to her collection.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 7, 2021
Easter egg scramble in Lakewood Ranch

Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch celebrates Easter with a visit from the Easter bunny and an egg hunt.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • August 3, 2011
Chihuly Collection combines glass art with unique space

The Chihuly Collection opened to the public July 10, 2010. One of the newest jewels of St. Pete's vibrant arts-and-culture scene, it features 16 stunning installations ranging from small vessels to room-size installations.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Caleb Motsinger |
  • September 24, 2014
Whitney Beach tenants optimistic for season

The shopping center has gained five tenants over the past year. The occupancy has given business owners hope that there's new life in store for the property.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A large crowd of Florida Studio Theatre supporters participated in the Oct. 29 ceremonial groundbreaking for the McGillicuddy Arts Plaza.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 1, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre starts Arts Plaza construction

Florida Studio Theatre's McGillicuddy Arts Plaza will include three new performance venues, structured parking and residential units.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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