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Last week, the planning board chose not to recommend plans to designate The Sarasota Kennel Club as the only potential site for a future casino.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 22, 2012
Casino gambling change not recommended

The city's Planning Board doesn't feel it's appropriate to roll the dice and bet that a future casino could be earmarked for Sarasota until the Legislature approves casinos statewide.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jackie Savigne bought crystal earrings from Christine Goshorn at last year's St. Armands Winter Art Festival. (File photo)
  • By Kelsey Grau |
  • January 24, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: St. Armands Winter Art Festival

Support local and visiting artisans alike at the 12th Annual St. Armands Winter Art Festival on the Circle. This two-day event showcases work from more than 250 artists and craftsmen.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Federico Agostini, violin; Laura Zarina, violin; Julie Albers, cello; Dmitri Atapine, cello; Rebecca Albers, viola. Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • January 25, 2015
La Musica announces its 29th chamber music festival season

The La Musica International Chamber Music Festival will present its 29th season titled "Things New" at the Sarasota Opera House from April 4 through 15.

  • Arts + Culture
Souvernir displays are kept within the doorway at the Beach Bazar in the Siesta Key Village, abiding by a county ordinance that bans Siesta merchants from outdoors displays of merchandise.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • November 13, 2013
Outdoor display ban under fire

The Siesta Key Village Association (SKVA) held a forum on Tuesday, seeking input from Siesta residents and business owners about potential changes to a countywide ordinance banning the outdoors display of merchandise.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Azure on Palm won't open until spring 2017, but important work is starting even before construction.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 28, 2016
Palm Avenue condo targets key movers

As a developer prepares to begin construction on the 16-unit Azure on Palm condominium building, distinguishing the project in a competitive market is a priority.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Effective Friday, security personnel will be posted at 32 area elementary schools.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • September 10, 2014
Elementary schools to receive security officers

At its Sept. 9 meeting, the Manatee County School District voted to place security personnel at 32 area elementary schools.

  • East County
  • Schools
Larry Davenport submitted this sunset photo, taken at Jiggs Landing.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 19, 2014
Weather: East County

Larry Davenport submitted this sunset photo, taken at Jiggs Landing.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Ryan Walker
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 5, 2015
East County Sidelines: 10.08.15

East County Sidelines: 10.08.15

  • East County
  • Sports
A $2 million North Shore Road beach access project included the construction of two groins, also known as erosion shoreline control structures, to help keep sand in place on the shore.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 23, 2015
North Shore Road beach access grand opening slated for June 30

The town of Longboat Key will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for its North Shore Road beach access next week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Third and fourth-graders beat the drum to the music.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • May 11, 2016
Braden River Elementary students drum up music

Third- and fourth-grade students performed three pieces for their “Orffestra.”

  • East County
  • Schools
The Longboat Key Fire and Rescue team took third place for best chili recipe at Morton's 17th Annual Chili Cook-off. Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 17, 2016
Longboat Fire and Rescue heats up chili cook-off

The team took third place in the best recipe category.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cedars Tennis Resort & Fitness Club renovations were completed in 2009. Courtesy Photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 31, 2011
Colony Contenders: Arendee Colony

The Longboat Key-based company is one of four finalists for the redevelopment of the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kathryn Parks |
  • June 18, 2013
"Vocal Vixens" deliver a divine evening

"Vocal Vixens" deliver a divine evening

  • Arts + Culture
The city will discuss short-term solutions for barrier islands traffic at a Monday meeting.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 3, 2018
City to discuss barrier island traffic solutions

As officials examine short-term solutions for improving congestion, the city is exploring the possibility of reconfiguring the John Ringling Causeway.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lauren Johnson, Dawn Allen, Catherine Bartz, Linne Callahan, Kim Choate, Elena Cassella, Amy Phillips and Rachel Adams at South Florida Museum's Couture in the Courtyard March 3.
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • December 22, 2014
Best of Black Tie 2014

As the 2014 social calendar comes to a close, Black Tie reviews the year in pictures.

  • Arts + Culture
There were 150 chairs placed throughout Town Hall Monday night to accomodate the crowd.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 5, 2016
Second referendum flickers forward

The Longboat Key Town Commission moved forward with a referendum to bury power lines in neighborhoods and side streets Monday night with a 5-2 vote.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 2, 2012
Last chance to submit applications

The Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its annual Small Business, Rookie Small Business and Non-Profit Business of the Year Awards.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kelsey Grau |
  • February 12, 2014
Tour showcases varying styles of Longboat Key

Four homes and one garden will be open to the public at the 38th annual Longboat Key Garden Club Home Tour.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 18, 2010
Ranch plans street celebration

Lakewood Ranch will celebrate Main Street's five newest businesses with a party Aug. 20.

  • East County
  • News
Boneyard BBQ will be serving East County.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 18, 2017
Donuts, BBQ restaurant come to Bradenton

Shipley Do-Nuts makes it Florida debut on State Road 70 in East County.

  • East County
  • News
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