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  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • June 13, 2012
Observe this: Both Ringling roundabouts now open

Observe this: Both Ringling roundabouts now open

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Search consultant Colin Baenziger of Wellington-based Colin Baenziger & Associates said the choices will be notified and asked to come to Sarasota for a two-day interview process June 29 and June 30.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 4, 2012
City manager candidate list now stands at 5

The five city manager candidates the Sarasota city commissioners selected Monday include all three Florida city manager candidates.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 6, 2012
Commission to come together for Dry Dock meeting

A quorum of commissioners agreed to meet at the end of the month to consider a request from the Dry Dock.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • June 20, 2012
Island Chapel searches for its new minister

The Longboat Island Chapel has been hosting guest speakers, as the Pastoral Search Committee begins its search.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 14, 2011
What happened to my Pelican Press?

Dear Readers: Wednesday was a big day for us. It marked the completion of the transition of the Pelican Press' ownership from Milwaukee-based Journal Community Publishing Group to our company, The Observer Group Inc.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Residents say they have witnessed many near accidents between bikers and motorists where The Legacy Trail intersects with Central Sarasota Parkway.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 21, 2011
Palmer Ranch eyes dangerous intersection

Neighborhood leaders want some action to be taken, but they do not want another stoplight on Central Sarasota Parkway.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Longboat Key Club and Resort approved the Islandside project in June 2010.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 16, 2011
Judge hears arguments in writ challenge

Judge Charles Roberts heard from both sides in the challenge to the Longboat Key Club and Resort's proposed Islandside project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Marie Féret stars as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's lesser-known sibling in "Mozart’s Sister." 2Courtesy photo
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • October 26, 2011
Film Review: 'Mozart's Sister'

Is genius genetic? It seems to be so in Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's family.

  • Arts + Culture
Property owners are welcome to pay online at www.sarasotataxcollector.com.
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • November 28, 2011
Nov. 30 last day to get discount on property taxes

The Sarasota County Tax Collector's Office staff is reminding all county property owners that Wednesday, Nov. 30, is the last day they can get a 4% discount on their annual taxes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Swartzendruber
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 3, 2011
Athlete of the Week: Laura Swartzendruber

After joining the Lakewood Ranch YMCA Wave Runners swim team less than two months ago, 7-year-old Laura Swartzendruber competed in the Area 5 Championship Swim Meet July 30-31 at the Selby Aquatic Center.

  • East County
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Olivia LaFemina's favorite part of the camp is wearing her costume.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 30, 2011
CAMP SPOTLIGHT: Acting Up!

Children participating in the Acting Up Performing Arts Summer Camp at Lakewood Ranch High School brought Disney's "Alice in Wonderland Jr." to life this week. The East County Observer caught up with participants to hear about their experience.

  • Arts + Culture
Commissioner Lynn Larson urged Town Manager Bruce St. Denis to keep cutting the budget Thursday.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 16, 2011
Commission urges more budget cutting

The Longboat Key Town Commission urged Town Manager Bruce St. Denis to continue to find ways to cut a $224,000 budget shortfall.

  • Longboat Key
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More than 100 Sailing Squadron supporters raise their hands Monday night to show their numbers in the commission chambers.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 4, 2010
Sailing Squadron lease deal lies on the horizon

The City Commission could vote as early as Nov. 15 on the Sarasota Sailing Squadron's 25-year lease.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
The property at 4110 Gulf of Mexico Drive, owned by longtime Colony Beach & Tennis Resort owner Dr. Murray “Murf” Klauber, is scheduled for a foreclosure sale Friday, Sept. 16.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 14, 2011
Klauber-owned property scheduled for auction

The property at 4110 Gulf of Mexico Drive will be auctioned Friday, Sept. 16.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 24, 2011
Police get break in Key vehicle burglary cases

A man has been arrested and charged with recent vehicle burglaries on Longboat Key and Holmes Beach.

  • Longboat Key
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Sosso
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 25, 2011
Prudential Palms to close five offices

Real-estate broker Helen Sosso will close five Prudential Palms Realty offices to reduce costs.

  • Siesta Key
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 10, 2011
News Briefs 08.10.11

Heritage Harbour home burglarized; Sports complex, team fight cancer; Manatee County School Board to sell property

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The Sarasota City Commission approved a mural art project for the Palm Avenue parking garage by a 32 vote Monday.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 4, 2011
Commission approves art project

Sarasota city commissioners also approve a new contract with the current Lido Pool concession operator.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jen Blanco, associate editor.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 5, 2011
Comment: In football, anything is possible

It was exactly what they needed, and it couldn't have come at a more perfect time.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 30, 2011
COMMENT: America's pastime returns

For months, newsstands and magazine racks have been offering insight into all 750 active players in Major League Baseball.

  • East County
  • Sports
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