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  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 17, 2010
Business Observer 02.18.10

Bel Mare at Riviera Dunes has emerged from foreclosure with scaled-back pricing on its remaining condominium residences.

  • East County
  • News
An area that's already used to new hotels will be getting a few more by 2018.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • July 26, 2017
More than 1,000 new hotel rooms expected in Sarasota

Between 2016-2018, the county will get 1,112 new hotel rooms — most of which are centered in downtown Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
During negotiations, city staff and the Gotcha Group determined i-Ride couldn't continue as a free service without additional public funding.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 8, 2018
City to terminate agreement with i-Ride operator

The downtown transit option will continue to operate as a private venture, city officials said.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • March 31, 2015
Karl Rove among 2016 Town Hall speakers

Inspirational leaders are the theme for the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall 2016 Lecture Series. The first in that list will be former Israeli President Shimon Peres is scheduled to kick off the 2016 series on January 19.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Chairwomen Mindy Mast, Kathy Bush and Carol Williams
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • November 18, 2010
High Tea at High Noon

High Tea at High Noon

  • Black Tie
Cops corner
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 5, 2018
Shoplifter needed presents for friends in Bradenton

Interesting Sheriff's Office reports in Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 5, 2012
Town to debate burying power lines on the Key

The power could be in Longboaters' hands on whether to bury power lines on Gulf of Mexico Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cars wait in line at a checkpoint to re-enter Longboat Key.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 11, 2017
Update: Longboat Key reopens to residents

There will continue to be access issues for residents as they return to the town post-Hurricane Irma.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
This home at 7917 Waterton Lane in Lake Club sold for $2,199,000. It has four bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths, a pool and 5,823 square feet of living area. Photo courtesy of listing agents Jim and Donna Soda.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 26, 2020
RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS APRIL 13-17

Lake Club home tops sales at $2.199 .

  • East County
  • Real Estate
First Bank employees Charlotte Dakel and Vicki Mann
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • December 7, 2011
Collection banks on holiday toys

First Bank of Longboat Key is banking on donations for Toys for Tots.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sonia Pressman Fuentes is a founding member of the National Organization for Women, which has fought for women’s rights since the mid-1960s. In her retirement, she’s continues her efforts as an author and public speaker.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 4, 2012
Neighbors: Sonia Pressman Fuentes

Sarasota resident and prominent feminist activist Sonia Pressman Fuentes has dedicated her life to fighting discrimination.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 26, 2013
Siesta Key $10 million home sale largest in two years

The six-bedroom home, on Siesta Key, has several unique features.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
A witness called deputies at 1:32 a.m. to report that Ricky Leer killed a 53-year-old victim during an argument in the woods.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • January 3, 2012
UPDATE: Body found in wooded area

Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has arrested Ricky Leer, 58, for Second Degree Murder.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dr. Burwell "Bumpy" Jones swims in his home lap pool to train and clear his mind.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 30, 2013
Eighty-year-old sets a masterful pace

In June, the Pan-American Masters Championship will come to Sarasota for the first time. As the event approaches, former Olympian Dr. Bumpy Jones reflects on a career of firsts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Approximately 175 people attended the annual Casey Key Association meeting Jan. 27.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 3, 2011
Sparks fly during Casey Key power line discussion

Should Casey Key bury its power lines? Or should the island bury the proposed underground utilities project that has been discussed on and off for nearly a decade?

  • Sarasota
  • News
As with most problems a non-profit organization faces, funding is the highest hurdle the chamber meets as sole bankroller of the event. Stock image.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • May 24, 2012
Fireworks funding sees explosive start

The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce has raised more funding this year than it did in 2011 for the Fourth of July fireworks show.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Guest Food Editor Megan Greenberg
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • February 16, 2011
Guest Food Editor: Megan Greenberg

Megan Greenberg, who offers personal chef services under the name "Megan Cooks for You," prepares flounder en papillote.

  • Arts + Culture
Longboat Key Commissioner Terry Gans was sworn into office on July 17.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 4, 2012
Gans makes plans to run for another term

Longboat Key Commissioner Terry Gans has picked up paperwork to run for an additional two-year term in March as rumors circulate about at least one potential challenger.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 12, 2013
Cutting edge

The Selby School at Community Haven, 4405 DeSoto Road, will host a ribbon cutting Monday, Sept. 16.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Orchestra's Leif Bjaland
  • By June LeBell |
  • June 1, 2011
Life Without Leif

Leif Bjaland is leaving. The announcement that the Sarasota Orchestra's artistic director and conductor was departing sent shockwaves around the city, but when you think about it for a bit, it really doesn't come as that much of a surprise.

  • Arts + Culture
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