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  • A time to celebrate |
  • June 22, 2016
Just Married: Kelly and Michael

Kelly Martella and Michael Calamaras were married Feb. 27

  • Sarasota
  • Celebrations
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 7, 2013
City of Sarasota adds parking to Rosemary District

The Rosemary District will have 100 new parking spaces available just in time for the weekend.

  • Sarasota
  • News
City employees Daniel Ohrenstein, Alex DavisShaw, Ryan Chapdelain and Karin Murphy led the panel discussion on traffic Monday evening.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 11, 2015
Downtown condo residents talk traffic troubles

As the city continues a comprehensive examination of its transportation network, downtown residents questioned officials about traffic at an event Monday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The city approved a lease that will allow a private operator to manage the Lido pavilion for up to 30 years.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 20, 2017
City approves controversial Lido pavilion lease deal

Despite opposition from Lido Key residents, the city approved a plan for the Lido Beach pool and pavilion that includes the operation of a restaurant and Tiki bar.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 27, 2010
Letters to the editor

Letters to the editor

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 3, 2014
Neal plans Indigo, new Lakewood Ranch community

Neal Communities plans to continue growth in the East County.

  • East County
  • News
Todd Pokrywa worked for Schroeder-Manatee Ranch since 2003.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 12, 2014
SMR vice president heads to Brevard County

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch's vice president of strategic affairs, Todd Pokrywa, has joined The Viera Co., in Brevard County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 4, 2010
Christ Church honors facilities manager

Christ Church honors facilities manager

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 19, 2014
Ryder Cup rings in success

Rosedale residents and friends teed off Feb. 28 for the 17th annual Rosedale Ryder Cup event.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Mrs. Turt Lee approaches the water.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • May 11, 2015
Mote returns loggerhead turtle to the sea

Mote released Mrs. Turt Lee on May 8.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Popcorn Bob |
  • September 9, 2013
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's Movie Magic reviews.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 17, 2010
Health Matters-Longboat Key & Sarasota

Enjoy The Observer's monthly magazine insert bringing you local, health-related news you can use for people of all ages.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Riverview shooting guard AJ Caldwell scored a game-high 29 points versus Booker Jan. 7.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 12, 2016
Sarasota Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Riverview High boys basketball team passes initial eye test.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The Braden River High boys basketball team captured its first district title with a 38-37 overtime victory over Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 11, 2011
Pirates win first district championship

The Braden River High boys basketball team captured its first district title in school history with a 38-37 victory over Lakewood Ranch in overtime of the Class 4A-District 10 championship tonight.

  • East County
  • Sports
Patrons of the Golden Apple Dinner Theatre have traditionally parked in the lot behind the business.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • October 6, 2010
Golden Apple requests more valet service

After outside funding for free valet service ends, the owners of the Golden Apple Dinner Theatre ask for an extension.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jessica and Gerrid Smith traveled to Ethiopia twice to complete the adoption process. They returned home with Elijah in July. Courtesy photo.
  • By Michael Eng |
  • September 14, 2011
Lakewood couple completes family with adopted son

On June 28, Lakewood Ranch residents Jessica and Gerrid Smith boarded a plane for Africa. They returned from Ethiopia with their adopted son, whom they have named Elijah.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Mayor Suzanne Atwell
  • By Robin Roy |
  • May 18, 2011
Atwell named city mayor

Newly appointed Sarasota Mayor Suzanne Atwell, a Bird Key resident, says the citizens of Sarasota can look forward to a number of changes under her leadership.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The current way finding plan calls for six two-sided and six three-sided kiosks for pedestrian wayfinding signs downtown, which could cost $49,000.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 9, 2012
Wayfinding sign designs stay put

City of Sarasota Public Works staff say they will still be able to the lower the cost of the way finding signage project by 40%.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Long-time volunteers Ruth Muller and Jane Boaks with Sarasota Memorial Health Care System President and CEO David Verinder.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • November 2, 2015
Sarasota Memorial celebrates 90 years of service

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System marks its 90th anniversary with a ceremony Nov. 2.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"Fiori Gallery has really become a hybrid gallery," says owner Rusty Colliard. "All I carried before was original artwork, but since the economy turned, we decided to also offer consignment."
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • October 14, 2010
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: Fiori Gallery

Fiori Gallery always featured original artwork, however, in the current economy, it has expanded to include prints as well as upscale furnishings/home decor and some women's accessories.

  • Arts + Culture
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