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The 36-year-old Pennsylvania native sold his $16 million auto-sales software firm, HomeNet, in 2010, and currently owns DealersUnited.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • April 18, 2013
The man behind the plan: Jesse Biter

The Pennsylvania native and software entrepreneur moved 12 years ago to Sarasota and has a plan to bring more people downtown to live and work.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 29, 2016
Emily Walsh named publisher of Observers

She will oversee Observer Media Group’s Sarasota-Manatee newspapers and website.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
2704 Bay Shore Road
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • February 28, 2013
Take a walk through Indian Beach

Visit five different homes in the eclectic Sarasota neighborhood.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 17, 2011
Commission approves Comp Plan amendments

Supporters claimed that the amendments clarify the plan, while opponents argued that the changes would benefit the Key Club.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota 2050 guides development east of I-75 on specific tracts of land.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 20, 2014
Commission to discuss 2050 changes

Sarasota County commissioners will consider the third phase of amendments to Sarasota 2050, which includes the fiscal neutrality provision in the longterm planning document.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Stephen Warne |
  • May 19, 2012
Call to Action: Love is Equal, but We Aren't!

Call to Action: Love is Equal, but We Aren't!

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 30, 2015
Whats Happening | Week of April 30 2015

FDOT plans U.S. 41 changes; Downtown group commits funds to homeless plan; Sea turtle nesting season starts on Siesta Key

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Popcorn Bob |
  • July 20, 2012
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's movie reviews by Popcorn Bob.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • May 14, 2014
Lighthouse Point home sells for $2.96 million

A home in Lighthouse Point tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Llywelyn Jones
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 28, 2016
First Draft: New Play Festival offers audience insight

The Players’ New Play Festival gives local playwrights the most valuable tool of their craft — feedback.

  • Arts + Culture
Chuck Conlon and Jenny Aldrich Walker share a tender, happy moment as Dave Downer looks on in "Thanks for the Memories" by Marvin Albert. Photo by Jay Goldman.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 19, 2015
Theater Review: 'The Customer Is Always Right'

Starlite Players shine in "The Customer Is Always Right."

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 29, 2015
Sidelines

Lady Mustangs win regional crown; Thunder dominates Cougars in title rout

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • January 23, 2015
FILM REVIEW: 'Cake'

In her new film, "Cake," Jennifer Aniston gives a fearless performance as a woman whose life is in ruins.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 18, 2009
Sarasota Scullers hosts summer rowing camp

Summer rowing camps will provide teens with the opportunity to learn a new sport, meet new friends and spend time outdoors while having fun, staying fit and becoming part of one of the Florida's growing team sports.

  • East County
  • Sports
Troy Syprett outlines his proposal for the Lido pool and pavilion at an Aug. 18 workshop.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 25, 2016
Lido pavilion plans raise questions about access

Revised plans for a restaurant and tiki bar on Lido Beach got a warmer reception, but some residents are still concerned about private control of public property.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 21, 2010
Swimmer preps for national competition

Twelve-year-old Luke Hanner was one of seven swimmers selected to represent the Florida Zone team July 27-31.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • October 13, 2011
Deputies apprehend robbery suspects after car chase

Early this morning Manatee County deputies responded to a robbery call at 5200 33rd St. east, in Bradenton, that led to a car chase on Interstate 75.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 10, 2009
Toy drive to benefit Child Protection Center

Sarasota Architectural Salvage will host its fourth annual holiday party and toy drive from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, at 1093 Central Ave.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • July 15, 2015
Cantrell: A teacher of life's lessons

Mary Cantrell, District 5 representative on the Manatee County School Board, died July 12.

  • East County
  • News
buffalowizards
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 27, 2015
Week's best bets: Monday, April 27

Week's best bets: Monday, April 27

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
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