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Jan Stephenson moved to Florida because of any place in the U.S., it reminds her most of her native Australia.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 24, 2019
Up close with a golf legend at Waterlefe

Hall of Fame golfer Jan Stephenson brings her skill and wine to Waterlefe in Bradenton.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jeffrey Weisman |
  • May 17, 2012
My View: The sounds of silence

Yet another example of a vocal, albeit caring, few attempting to impose their view on the masses: How many people truly "suffer" from the alleged noise emanating from the entertainment venues in Siesta Village?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood President Laura Zalkin, left, presented the Savory Kugel trophy to Kala and Kendal Sheckler.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • November 16, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple enjoys traditional treats

More than 125 members and guests of Temple Emanu-El gathered for the second annual Kugel and Knish Cook-Off Sunday, Nov. 6. Attendees socialized and mingled while sampling 35 of the homemade, quintessential Jewish treats and voted for their favorites. Also on hand was official 'judge' Jeremy Adams, of Word of Mouth, who evaluated each entry before naming the 'Best in Show.'

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 23, 2012
Cops Corner: Pelican Press

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • News
One of the plots in the garden is used to donate food to the Stillpoint House of Prayer food bank.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • April 25, 2018
Community garden might expand in Greenbrook

CDD 4 board members must decide whether to fund the project.

  • East County
  • News
A large sailboat ran aground on Siesta Key Beach this week.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • February 1, 2017
Sailboat runs aground on Siesta Key Beach

The owner told several bystanders his navigation system crashed on the way to St. Petersburg.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch'  s Anna Mulligan serves beer and takes money on behalf of the Feb. 3 benefitting charity, Tampa Mustangs, for Music on Main.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 8, 2017
Lakewood Ranch Main Street is jammin' for charity

Events hosted at the plaza raised more than $800,000 for charities last year.

  • East County
  • News
A change in trolley service on Longboat Key is not expected until March or April.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 7, 2011
Trolley schedule remains same

Trolley riders can still hop on the trolley every half-hour until March or April.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • December 14, 2016
L'Ambiance residents host holiday tea

Each attendee brought a gift to be donated to Children's Guardian Fund.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Photo courtesy of the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • April 12, 2016
UPDATE: I-75 in Sarasota County reopens after morning crash

A dump truck overturned and caught fire; the driver escaped with no injury.

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy photo. Isabella Paspa, Linda Weber, Cindy Dasta, Jean Tarsy, Jean Zakovec and Mary Lou Decker
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 8, 2014
Calling all angels at Frosty Frolic

Linda Weber and Jean Zakovec sparkled in angel costumes at last month's Frosty Frolic, earning them a spot in our 'Spirit of the Season' contest.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Angelo and Christine Furgiuele
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 23, 2013
Mixed Marriages

Politicians, take note. You can work together even when you disagree - as these three couples demonstrate.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mayor Richard Clapp |
  • March 18, 2010
My View

The City Commission says it will focus on the following activities for the next two years.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Andy
  • By Jack Short |
  • February 17, 2016
Wayward dog, Andy, found

Ten days after jumping a 12-foot fence at a foster home on Siesta Key, social media and a network of vigilant dog lovers helped locate Andy.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Photo by Yaryna Klimchak
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • May 16, 2013
YOUR NEIGHBOR: Olivia Marie Braida-Chiusano

Oliva Marie Braida-Chiusano has an extensive resume filled with art exhibitions; botanical art commission work; botanical art teaching positions; and both art and business awards and honors.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Peter Pan teaches Jane (Bea Kelly) how to fly. Photo by Renee McVety.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • August 1, 2016
Theater review: 'Peter Pan'

Venice Theatre experiences close encounters of the “Peter Pan” kind.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Lido residents are concerned about the vulnerability of the island's shoreline.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 1, 2018
City targets short-term Lido renourishment

Awaiting the results of an appeal on the proposed dredge of Big Pass, city officials hope to undertake a different Lido Key shoreline protection project later this year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • May 14, 2015
MY VIEW | An Israeli longs for the ‘America’ he knew

I was first introduced to the “America!” brand as a kindergartner on Kibbutz Ramat Yochanan in Israel.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 16, 2013
Colony unit owners in discussion with PZ&B

Some Colony Beach & Tennis Resort unit owners are ready to renovate and open beachfront buildings.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lambert
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • May 15, 2014
Your Neighbor: Debra Lambert

Lambert, owner of Picasso's Moon, a yarn shop in downtown Sarasota, recently hosted the third annual Art Yarn Fiber Festival.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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