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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 1, 2010
Buchanan proposes freeze on drilling permits

U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan is asking other legislators to place a moratorium on all deepwater drilling permits for new and existing oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico.

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 29, 2012
Ranch hospital gets early Christmas gift

The Payton Wright Foundation has donated $2,200 worth of gifts for the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Jim Reese and his wife, Judy, are both Elvis fanatics.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • October 2, 2014
Rock 'n' Role

Former teacher Jim Reese went from 'Schoolhouse Rock!' to 'Jailhouse Rock' to start a career as an Elvis impersonator.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 29, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Brian Ragone

The Out-of-Door Academy senior Brian Ragone kept his undefeated streak alive, finishing in 40.78 to win the 300-meter hurdles at The Out-of-Door Academy Invite March 23.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The commission will discuss the city attorney's report before deciding whether to pursue policy changes related to host-occupied rentals.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 15, 2020
City explores new home-sharing regulations

The city attorney determined officials have the authority to permit "hosted rentals" in residential neighborhoods.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Caragiulo
  • By David Conway |
  • June 26, 2014
Commissioners discuss upcoming vacancies

With two city commissioners planning to resign in November, the three remaining commissioners will need to select replacements to serve out those terms.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By June LeBell |
  • December 6, 2015
Music review: Gloria Musicae

Gloria Musicae Singers Present a Glorious Christmas

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 22, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 09.22.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Sereena Feeney.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 22, 2017
East County Athlete of the Week: 03.22.17

East County Athlete of the Week: 03.22.17

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 19, 2015
Redistricting could cost county $250,000

Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections Kathy Dent has asked for an additional $250,000 in the coming fiscal year to notify voters of changes to congressional and Florida Legislature districts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 12, 2010
Ranch couple dedicates new home to guide dogs

Chris and Lynn McNamee are opening their home in The Lake Club as a fundraiser for Southeastern Guide Dogs.

  • East County
  • News
Free parking at the Palm Avenue parking garage is expected to end April 1.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • February 17, 2011
Garage payment plan unveiled

Details emerge on when the Palm Avenue garage will start charging drivers to park there and the different payment methods available.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Carlos Miguel Prieto
  • By June LeBell |
  • February 23, 2015
MUSIC REVIEW: Sarasota Orchestra Masterworks V

June LeBell reviews Sarasota Orchestra's Masterworks series in Sarasota, FL.

  • Arts + Culture
Lakewood Ranch High senior co-captain Kyle Benson
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 12, 2011
Athlete of the Week: Kyle Benson

Lakewood Ranch High senior co-captain Kyle Benson shot a 4-under par 68, helping lead the Mustangs to victory in the Donald Ross Memorial Tournament Oct. 3 in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 18, 2017
Now open: Fort Hamer Bridge

After more than a century of discussions, Manatee County opens newest bridge across the Manatee River.

  • East County
  • News
Barbetta and Antunes
  • By Robin Roy |
  • October 7, 2010
Commission race focuses on transparency

In the weeks leading up to the general election, which will be held Tuesday, Nov. 2, The Sarasota Observer will profile contested races in Sarasota County. This week, The Observer profiles the District 2 County Commission race between Joe Barbetta and Cathy Antunes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Courtesy photo Roger Pettingell began his career with in 1983, with Arvida Corp. His sales volume for his career totals more than $1 billion.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 22, 2014
Pettingell ranks No. 1 for 2013 sales volume

Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate's Roger Pettingell had the highest sales volume on the Sarasota-Manatee Multiple Listing Service for the second consecutive year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jon Thaxton will vacate his position in the Sarasota County Commission at the end of this term. He’ll be working 60 hours a week and pondering his future during that time.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 25, 2012
IN THE PUBLIC EYE: Jon Thaxton

Jon Thaxton is a Sarasota County Commissioner that will vacate his position at the end of this term. Read more about him in our "In the Public Eye."

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Sarasota City Commissioner Hagen Brody
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • August 23, 2017
A breakthrough on traffic

Thanks to Sarasota City Commissioner Hagen Brody’s putting the issue on the agenda, FDOT will add turn lanes on U.S. 41 and Gulfstream Avenue to ease the constant backups.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 4, 2009
Real Estate Reports

$13 million Longboat Key estate hits the market; Re/Max Excellence listing featured in New York Times; Glanz earns distressed property expert certification.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
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