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  • By David Conway |
  • March 12, 2015
Searching for affordable housing

As the city takes aim at addressing its lack of affordable housing, officials examine the origins of the issue and seek out solutions.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lucy Tight and Wayne Waxing with their daughter, Diver.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 4, 2013
Hymn for Her turn up the heat with new album

After two years of touring and living out of their Airstream trailer, roots-rock duo Hymn for Her has found a home in Sarasota - but they're not getting too comfortable.

  • Arts + Culture
Nathalia Vega
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 18, 2012
Observer Team Spotlight

MISS MANATEE SOFTBALL AND LAKEWOOD RANCH LITTLE LEAGUE

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 16, 2010
Cops corner

Dec. 7 Unusual campaign strategy 11:15 a.m. - 7300 block of South Tamiami Trail. Suspicious Incident. A political party volunteer reported a man walked into the party headquarters and rambled about bad "guys," the Bible and Benjamin Netanyahu bringing guns to The White House. The man called himself Christ and called President Obama the anti-Christ. During the conversation, the employee determined that the real reason for the man's visit was to inquire about running for office.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
This parking lot in Burns Sqaure now offers free public parking.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 31, 2012
City offers free parking in Burns Square

Free parking is now available in Burns Square at Laurel Street and Orange Avenue, adjacent to the Burns Square Business District area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota County blocked access to Beach Road properties after the recently repaired road collapsed from erosion.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 29, 2012
Tides destroy Beach Road repair

Sarasota County called on a local construction firm this morning to mull emergency improvements.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 21, 2016
Hospital Board — Northern District, Seat 1: Jim Meister

Jim Meister, a Republican, is facing Democrat Delores "Dee" McFarland in the general election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • March 15, 2015
Film Review: 'Gett: The Trial of Viviane Amsalem'

The new film, "Gett: The Trial of Viviane Amsalem," is a study in frustration.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
"The Sty of the Blind Pig" runs through Aug. 3, at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 21, 2014
THEATER REVIEW: 'Sty of the Blind Pig'

The Banyan Theater's current production of Phillip Hayes Dean's "Sty of the Blind Pig" explores a time when it seemed like change would never come.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • September 13, 2014
FILM REVIEW: 'The Drop'

James Gandolfini's final film performance in "The Drop" is nothing short of perfection.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Michael Eng |
  • October 21, 2009
Woodland church welcomes family friendly funny man

Comedian Jeff Allen will perform at the church's tailgate event Sunday.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • July 8, 2015
Letters deliver common ground to East County, Israeli student

Since Haile Middle School student Natalie Mount formed a pen pal relationship with an Israeli girl, Lia Silber, political unrest has eased. Now their letters focus less on turmoil and more on teen talk.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 7, 2017
Van Wezel announces 2017 – 2018 season

The Broadway, classical and dance series features Yo-Yo Ma, Renée Fleming, ‘Motown’ and more.

  • Arts + Culture
Steve Seto dances with his wife, Rose. File photo.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • May 22, 2013
Your Neighbor: Steve Seto

Steve Seto, a man who makes his living by selling barbecue propane tanks made of composite material across North America, could always sell himself as a dancer.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The Louies Modern bar
  • By Nicole Thompson |
  • October 14, 2014
TWIS Happy Hour Guide: Louies Modern

TWIS Happy Hour Guide: Louies Modern

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 2, 2009
Our View

Health care = USPS, schools

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By April Doner |
  • June 4, 2012
"Summer Nights" swapping: a shift toward abundance?

"Summer Nights" swapping: a shift toward abundance?

  • Arts + Culture
John Krotec of GreenZone Hero and Cheri Christiansen of Four Pillars have put together workshops to help veterans.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 6, 2016
GreenZone Hero busts through door of opportunity

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
  • News
inherent
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • January 18, 2015
Movie Review: Inherent Vice

Movie Review: Inherent Vice

  • Arts + Culture
  • By April Doner |
  • May 31, 2012
Circling back: A year of Dial Tones

Circling back: A year of Dial Tones

  • Arts + Culture
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