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  • By John Gudritz |
  • May 31, 2012
My View: Civility and compromise bring fairer solutions

I thought the editorial opinion contained in the "Our View" column last week provided a commonsense approach to solving not only the sound issues currently being debated in the Siesta Key Village but most problems that come along in life.

  • Sarasota
  • News
After falling to Sarasota Christian in preseason action, the Braden River High boys basketball team opened its season with a 55-44 victory over the Blazers Nov. 19.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 27, 2013
Sidelines

ODA girls sweep Imagine School; Lady Cougars shutout Lady Eagles; Out-of-Door edges St. Pete Canterbury; Cardinal Mooney Cougars fall in opener; Braden River Pirates win season opener

  • East County
  • Sports
Unicorp President Chuck Whittall, the Orlando-based developer proposing a $1 billion reimaginement of the Colony Beach & Tennis Club property, said the political sign would be taken down Monday. Terry O'Connor
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • December 11, 2016
Colony political signage stirs Longboat Key questions

Unicorp President Chuck Whittall, the Orlando-based developer proposing a $1 billion reimaginement of the property, said the sign would be taken down Monday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kaitlin Bockmeyer and Graham Kukla have seen the membership of Ranked Choice Voting SRQ spike since they joined in late 2016, which they see as a sign of the group’s momentum.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 1, 2018
Voters campaign for a new ballot

Ranked Choice Voting SRQ wants to finally implement a city initiative approved more than a decade ago.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Grammy-nominated singer Deborah Cox performs a song from Asolo Rep's upcoming Broadway-bound musical "Josephine."
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 13, 2016
Asolo Repertory Theatre previews world premiere of 'Josephine'

Deborah Cox performed a sneak preview of songs from the upcoming Broadway-bound musical.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • August 26, 2009
Buchanan's town hall draws 1,400

U.S. Rep Vern Buchanan addressed healthcare reform during his forum Aug. 20 at Braden River High School.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 15, 2015
A worthy investment

Underground utilities lines are like business assets: You must reinvest in them to stay competitive and add value.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
A city of Sarasota worker installs the first parking meter on the Circle Monday morning.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 28, 2012
Parking meters installed on Circle

APRIL FOOLS - St. Armands Circle is now home to Sarasota's failed parking meters.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Dora Walters |
  • April 14, 2010
Key author perfects his play on words

Writing has been his hobby as long as Longboat Key resident Lester Ageloff can remember. He has written numerous short stories, articles and three novels. Recently, his neighbors at The Islander Club were introduced to his talent.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • December 9, 2016
Burns Court puts a holiday twist on Second Friday

The Burns Court Neighborhood Association hosted its third annual Holiday Scavenger Hunt.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Buffett predicts the Atlanta Falcons will win Super Bowl LI.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 1, 2017
Mote manatees predict Super Bowl LI winner

This is the 10th year the manatees have predicted Super Bowl winners.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 20, 2015
The resurgence of s/ART/q

The resurgence of s/ART/q

  • Arts + Culture
Terry Needell, Joy Chatzistamatis, David Chatzistamatis, Rose Anne McCabe, Cheryl Kleiman, Mary Conklin and Kathy Bondur enjoyed the day. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 18, 2011
University Park women celebrate the arts

The University Park Women's Club hosted a special luncheon and meeting Oct. 12

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Alex Miller is CEO of Mercedes Medical, a medical supply company with headquarters near the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • August 24, 2017
Freshman Rep. Miller announces Sept. 1 resignation; special election planned

Buchanan says he'll run in special election to fill seat.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 7, 2011
All-Star Scoreboard for July 6

Lakewood Ranch Little League's 11-and 12-year-old All-Star team remains unbeaten.

  • East County
  • Sports
1143 Casey Key Road is priced at $9.45 million. Photos by Heather Merriman.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • April 9, 2014
Home of the Month: Top of the Line

Classic cars and classic architecture blend perfectly in this Casey Key showplace.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Sarasota Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 19, 2015
Cops Corner

Sarasota Observer lists the strangest Cops Corner entries of the week.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Stuart and Lois Scheyer’s grandson, Jon Scheyer, plays professional basketball in Israel for Maccabi Tel Aviv, one of the best professional teams in Europe. Courtesy photo.
  • By Stuart and Lois Scheyer |
  • May 23, 2012
Israel revisited: A view from the courts and streets

This is a most unusual report from the Energetic Travelers, because we had a unique personal reason to re-visit Israel: Our grandson, Jon Scheyer, was playing professional basketball in Israel for Maccabi Tel Aviv, one of the best professional teams in Europe.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
New Pass and Longboat Pass are bustling with boaters and beachgoers anxious to anchor their vessel and enjoy the sun off the shores of Longboat Key. File photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 2, 2013
Looking ahead: Business and tourism

The patterns of season are tough to predict, but indicators so far point to a strong season for hotels and businesses.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Caleb Wagner, 28, of Sarasota, was caught allegedly attempting to sell stolen gear to a bait and tackle shop in Nokomis.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 8, 2014
Sarasota man arrested for stealing fishing gear

Caleb Wagner, 28, is charged with multiple burglaries for stealing fishing rods and tackle and two paddleboards.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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