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Although City Commission elections are nonpartisan, both the Republican and Democratic parties are playing increasing roles in determining the outcomes of those races.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • March 3, 2011
Party politics

Both the Republican and Democratic parties are becoming increasingly involved in the three City Commission races, which are supposed to be nonpartisan. One candidate claims a party member asked him to drop out of the race.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 5, 2010
Reading partnership promotes hands-on learning

Lakewood students worked with students at Freedom during the annual Winnie the Pooh and Shakespeare Too program.

  • East County
  • Schools
Mollie Lafferman, Barbara Faulkner and Lee Gerber enjoy each other's company.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • November 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Palm Aire Fashion Show

The Palm Aire Country Club, Sarasota, housed its annual fashion show Nov. 8. Women of all ages came together to dine and check out the newest trends.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • August 10, 2018
Fashion Forward: In my red high heels

After becoming the black tie reporter, it was time to clean out my closet.

  • Black Tie
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 23, 2012
Going the Distance: Sarasota man to run 3,273 miles

Ultra-distance runner and Sarasota resident John Pyle will run from San Francisco to Key West as part of the Patriot Run Across America.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Hal Lenobel |
  • February 17, 2010
Why I am not campaigning

At-large Commissioner Hal Lenobel explains why he will not campaign and solicit funds from contributors for his re-election.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Jay Patel, president of the North Trail Redevelopment Partnership, owns the Regency Inn and Suites, and he hopes to attract other business owners to North Tamiami Trail.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • August 11, 2011
North Trail pushes for economic leader

The County Commission pledged $40,000 toward hiring a North Trail economic-development coordinator.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Alan and Sheree Napier could face up to 85 years in prison.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • February 3, 2015
Alan and Sheree Napier found guilty of animal cruelty, fraud

Feb. 4, a jury found Alan and Sheree Napier guilty of animal cruelty, scheming to defraud and unlawful solicitation charges.

  • East County
  • News
Ruthann Bromley and Stan Nikkel at Allyn Gallup Contemporary Art
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • February 8, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Feb. 7 Gallery Openings

Two Sarasota shows opened Friday, Feb. 7 downtown. Allyn Gallup Contemporary Art opened Mike Solomon's "Field of the Heart" and Alain Huin's "Face to Face." Dabbert Gallery opened "Nouveaux Two Deja Vu" featuring the work of Robert Baxter and Craig Rubadoux.

  • Arts + Culture
The home at 3801 Casey Key Road LLC sold the home at 3801 Casey Key Road recently sold for $4 million. Built in 2016, it has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 4,112 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • September 27, 2018
Casey Key home sells for $4 million

Casey Key home sells for $4 million

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Sammi Calabrese, Sarah Wertheimer and Shauna Malgieri
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • April 5, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Relay For Life Downtown Sarasota

Sarasota High School hosted the Relay for Life walk Saturday, April 5. The all-night event benefits the American Cancer Society and invited members of the public, cancer victims and survivors as well as family members to raise money for cancer research.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 1, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day: East County

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the East County Observer archives.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
A condominium in L’Elegance on Lido Beach recently sold for $1.4 million. Built in 1996, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,230 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $1 million in 2012.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • November 21, 2018
L’Elegance on Lido Beach condo sells for $1.4 million

Residential real estate transactions for Nov. 5- 9.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Neveah L. pets a snake.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 11, 2013
Hello Muddah, Hello Fadduh, here I am at: Sarasota Jungle Gardens Zoo Camp

Nature enthusiasts learned all about different types of reptiles and other animals Monday, July 8, at the Sarasota Jungle Gardens Zoo Camp.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
(Lori Sax) David Verinder has been with the Sarasota Memorial Health Care System since 2006, when he was named CFO. He was promoted to CEO in July 2014.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • December 30, 2015
Top Story — October: Sarasota Memorial considers big purchase

Troubles at Venice Regional Bayfront Health have led to speculation about a new owner.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 1, 2013
Capt. Frank Rubino lands police officer 'dream job'

There's not much Longboat Key Police Capt. Frank Rubino hasn't done in his 32 years of law enforcement.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Gavin Michael plays drums for Kettle of Fish as participants race by.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • February 7, 2016
Music Half Marathon turns up the volume with runners

Runners embraced the cold, windy start for the second Sarasota Music Half Marathon Sunday, Feb. 7.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 15, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Kids Activity Center

The Kids Activity Center focuses on motor and creative skills through the use of non-competitive gymnastics.

  • East County
  • Sports
Glenn Oster, Curly and Phyllis Jameson and Ruth Oster enjoyed the evening.
  • By Lee Bettes |
  • September 14, 2010
Stoneybrook residents enjoy monthly potluck

Residents of Stoneybrook in Heritage Harbour gathered Sept. 10 for a "No Frills Italian Potluck." Attendees feasted on an assortment of Italian-themed food, while enjoying Italian music and photos from the recent vacation of residents Ken and Nancy Lively to La Bella, Italy.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Blues/soul/funk group Betty Fox Band performs March 9, and Linehan says there is a huge local blues audience, so it could be a gateway to jazz. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 27, 2019
Jazz Club of Sarasota swings into something new with 2019 festival

Organizers hope additions to Sarasota Jazz Festival will attract younger crowds.

  • Arts + Culture
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