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On set May 31, during filming: The Lamborghini and 50-foot crane sit in front of part of the film crew. Photo by Mallory Gnaegy
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • June 12, 2013
Scene & Heard

That's a Wrap!; WBTT says, "Guten Tag!"; Little miss can't be wrong; and Hot Tickets

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Robin Roy |
  • August 24, 2010
Key election races decided today

Democrats and Republicans choose their candidates for governor, U.S. senator, U.S. representative, county commissioner and many other races.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Formerly a Best Western and currently a Baymont Inn & Suites, a developer wants to refurbish the Tamiami Trail hotel as a Four Points by Sheraton.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 14, 2016
Floyd Street residents seek benefit from Sheraton hotel

At a community workshop Monday, the neighbors of a proposed hotel project shared their thoughts on how the development could enhance the surrounding area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • November 1, 2012
VIDEO: ABOUT LAST NIGHT...

Black Tie gets mummified!

  • Arts + Culture
John Davidson opened his first drug store in 1958 in Siesta Key Village. The store now has two locations on Siesta Key and one in Sarasota. Photo by Jessica Salmond
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • February 11, 2015
Q+A with John Davidson

John Davidson, owner of Davidson Drugs, opened his first store on Siesta Key in 1958.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The new station will double in size compared with the old building, which was built in 1968. Courtesy rendering
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • February 11, 2015
Fire Station 12: New style, old tradition

Fire Station 12 on Bee Ridge Road will get a new building, but it won't lose its identity.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Rod Thomson |
  • March 25, 2010
My View: Sarasota County-media empire

Like other municipalities, Sarasota County is building a multimedia conglomerate at taxpayer expense. Don't think there is no propaganda.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Thomas Koch
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 27, 2016
Six-String Sensei

Thomas Koch passes on the legacy of classical guitar.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • February 13, 2013
Ribbon cutting for new Manatee Technical Institute campus tomorrow

Dedication ceremonies for Manatee Technical Institute's new main campus will take place 3 p.m. tomorrow at 6305 State Road 70 East.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • August 6, 2014
Cultivating talent

Most kids head off to camp in the summer, but the serious dancers head to summer intensive to sharpen their skills and hone their talents.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 23, 2011
Cops Corner

CLASSIC COPS Feb. 10, 1984 5:29 p.m. - 2200 block GMD. Woman reports snake on couch. Snake found to be rubber imitation.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Trevor Moss recently opened Liberty Tattoo Club with fellow traditional tattoo artist Nicholas Coyne and others dedicated to old-school style. Courtesy photo.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • October 26, 2016
Inking Tradition: Liberty Tattoo Club's Old-School Style

With its traditional style, Liberty Tattoo Club celebrates Americana.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 12, 2013
Obituary: Donald Weill

Donald Weill, 82, of Sarasota, died Jan. 28.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 7, 2009
Letters to the Editor

The Longboat Observer gives priority to letters of local interest and about local issues.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Crazy4WEB
  • By Kathryn Parks |
  • October 23, 2013
30 Numbers from 'Crazy for You' that will blow your mind

30 Numbers from 'Crazy for You' that will blow your mind

  • Arts + Culture
Gabby and Liz Sgro donate $1.40 from every shirt they sell to Girls Inc., because they believe it fits with their mission to empower girls.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 31, 2016
T-shirt business glows with growth, helps charity

Nolan Middle School sisters might be dressed for success.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 26, 2014
News Briefs

Manatee transit service requests public input; New teacher evaluation system announced

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy photo. Mary Ann O'Neil at the outdoor service in Philadelphia for Pope Francis.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • October 1, 2015
Front and center

It's always sunny in Philadelphia when Pope Francis is in town.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bridget Ziegler narrowly defeated challenger Ken Marsh Tuesday. Photo by Jessica Salmond
  • By David Conway |
  • November 6, 2014
Ziegler to add variety to board

After overcoming an August deficit to retain her seat in Tuesday's runoff, Bridget Ziegler intends to be a unique voice on the school board.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kathi Skelton, 73, and Deb Kehoe, 69, always are looking for ways to improve their tournament and raise more funds for Homes for Our Troops.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 29, 2017
Rosedale golf tourney makes Top 10 list of fundraisers for national organization

Golf tournament on track for $60,000 for military hero.

  • East County
  • News
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