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One of the new marketing ideas the Downtown Improvement District suggested at the workshop includes setting up a kiosk at the Sarasota Farmers Market. File photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 25, 2011
DID plans new downtown marketing effort

The Downtown Improvement District will partner with other organizations to create a brochure marketing downtown and a social media campaign.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tim Mulqueen recently released his first book, "The Complete Soccer Goalkeeper." Photo courtesy of Human Kinetics Inc.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 12, 2011
SMR hires coordinator for sports complex

Tim Mulqueen said the possibilities are endless for Lakewood's newest amenity.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Sylvia McNichol |
  • June 23, 2010
BP ads adding insult to injury

I know business is tough, and you are getting what you can get. But, the BP ads about the oil spill are just too much.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Braden River defensive end Taylor Upshaw and the rest of the Pirates defensive line will have to fix some problems.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 19, 2016
Braden River defensive line stays confident after Venice letdown

Pirates need win over Palmetto to enhance playoff hopes.

  • East County
  • Sports
Republican Marie Nisco defeated Ray Porter by roughly 5% points to take the District 5 seat on the Charter Review Board in 2008.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 16, 2014
Democrat enters County Commission race

If 56-year-old Ray Porter qualifies in the race for the District 4 seat, it would mean a closed primary for Sarasota County voters.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
"A friend of mine who is an interior designer had this table base made for me." — Alan Kasow
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • May 23, 2012
Decor: High-rise Haven

Susan Blais and Alan Kasow used to drive down Gulfstream Avenue and stare longingly up at one penthouse in particular.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • June 7, 2012
Neighbors: Mark Lubas

Classically trained opera singer Mark Lubas has not only performed in a variety of operas throughout the U.S., he's also spent more than 20 years helping others find their own voice.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 22, 2014
Obituary: James Murray Hildreth

James Murray Hildreth, 71, of Murrells Inlet, S.C., and Longboat Key, died Oct. 17.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 24, 2009
Obituary: Marguerite 'Peggy' Antonello

Marguerite 'Peggy' Antonello, 80, of Longboat Key and Western Springs, Ill., died June 22.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 27, 2010
Archaeology buffs hit up festival

The Time Sifters Archaeology Society held its Archaeology Festival Saturday, March 27, at the Crocker Memorial Church.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 19, 2011
Longboat Key Club gears up for annual Game Day

Game Day takes place from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26, at the Harbourside Dining Room.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Greater Tampa Junior Golf Association named Lakewood Ranch High golfer Connor Baldwin as its 2011 Player of the Year.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 21, 2011
Connor Baldwin named 2011 Player of the Year

The Greater Tampa Junior Golf Association recently named Lakewood Ranch High golfer Connor Baldwin as its 2011 Player of the Year.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • January 19, 2012
Observed: We are all responsible for our actions

When a tragedy occurs, especially one as horrible as the death of 53-year-old Siesta resident Donna Chen, people's natural response is to second-guess actions and look for ways to prevent a recurrence.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A dramatic, Asian-inspired entrance sets the stage for a calm and contemplative interior. Photo by Rachel S. O'Hara
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • May 8, 2013
Home of the Month: Classic on the Key

A Siesta Key home showcases the genius of architect Ralph Twitchell - half a century later.

  • Arts + Culture
A 40-foot boat ran aground at the north end of Siesta Beach Tuesday. No one was injured.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 10, 2013
News Briefs

State Street garage designs presented, delayed; City to negotiate for Burns Square lot

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 17, 2012
Our View: The county races ...

The political buzz today, of course, is all about the presidential debate. Rightfully so. The course of America, if not the world, is at stake.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 16, 2010
San Marco shop i tesori turns 3

San Marco Plaza's i tesori Gifts and Home Furnishings from Italy will celebrate its third anniversary with a variety of activities June 21.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 16, 2010
'Friends' refute Fishkind study

The Friends of Lakewood Ranch formally explained why it is opposed to incorporation during a public meeting June 9.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 9, 2009
Palm-Aire pro battles rare blood cancer

Head Golf Professional Steve Yates was diagnosed with POEMS Syndrome in January. On Dec. 5, the club raised $68,557 to help pay for his medical expenses during Steve Yates Appreciation Day.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • October 13, 2014
Movie Review: The Judge

Movie Review: The Judge

  • Arts + Culture
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