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  • By David Conway |
  • August 8, 2013
Commissioners discuss new development

After City Commissioner Paul Caragiulo criticized the commission for its lack of focus on investment, other officials spoke about the city's approach to development and how they work with one another.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 31, 2010
Vehicle burglaries cause concern

Police Chief Al Hogle said he is reviewing his department's overall patrol officer strength after a series of automobile burglaries last week on the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 7, 2012
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 26, 2012
Cops Corner: Pelican Press

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • April 26, 2012
Neighbors: Linda Wallin

At an early age Linda Wallin developed the desire to teach art. Today, she teaches brings art to life with the students at The Out-of-Door Academy on Siesta Key, where she has lived for more than 30 years.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 3, 2010
Ranch Key Club pitches tents for second Campout for a Cause

The club will host the fundraising effort for six local charities this weekend. Twelve bands will be performing at the event.

  • East County
  • News
Stephanie Lloyd, leading Katy, and her daughter, Cassie, on Baxter
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 27, 2013
Cowboy Trail, Cowgirl Ride

East County residents Stephanie and Cassie Lloyd have made a family tradition of traveling the Florida Cracker Trail each year.

  • East County
  • News
Unit 1402 at Bay Plaza condominium has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,042 square feet of living area. It sold for $575,000. File photo.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • September 13, 2012
Whitaker's Landing home sells for $1.4 million

A home in Whitaker's Landing tops all transactions in this week's real estate. James Little, trustee, of Tallevast, sold the home at 945 Whitaker's Lane to David and Doris Weir, of Sarasota, for $1.4 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Sarai Miller and Sarah Burnett both play softball for Lakewood Ranch and are also student athletic trainers.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 30, 2011
FRICK & FRACK

Lakewood Ranch seniors Sarah Burnett and Sarai Miller have been playing softball together since they were in the third grade.

  • East County
  • Sports
This home at 156 Givens St. has four bedrooms, four baths, one half-bath, a pool and 4,946 square feet of living area. It sold for $4.25 million. (Photo by Harriet Sokmensuer)
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 17, 2014
Home on Siesta Key sells for $4.25 million

A home on Siesta Key tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 23, 2011
Orlando company to build new apartments

P.A.C. Land Development will build Lost Creek Resort Apartments, a 272-unit complex across from Manatee Technical Institute.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 26, 2012
City refuses Childers settlement

The City Commission has opted to proceed with a trial on a case involving the 2009 firing of a city police officer.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 30, 2011
Briefs

Child's benefit dinner raises almost $1,500; Sarasota County offers small-business help; Holiday to affect trash and recycling pickup

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jim Weaver directed last season's musical play about the life of Cab Calloway at the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. The production was a new work written by local playwright Larry Parr.
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • January 25, 2012
BACKSTAGE PASS: The right direction

Jim Weaver isn't afraid to relinquish control. The director of the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 'A Raisin in the Sun' explains why he loves calling the shots and eventually letting go.

  • Arts + Culture
This home at 1589 Gulfview Drive has four bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 4,114 square feet of living area. It sold for $1,295,000. Photo by Rachel S. O'Hara.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • September 29, 2011
Bay Point Park home sells for $1,295,000

Valerie Terris, Sarasota, sold the home in Bay Point Park at 1589 Gulfview Drive to Ralph Miller and Patricia Miller, trustees, Sarasota, for $1,295,000.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 17, 2010
Tiny's of Longboat Key to close March 31

The north-Key bar will close after three decades of operation.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • March 17, 2010
Review: 'The Ghost Writer'

Whatever you may think about Roman Polanski, it cannot be denied that he is one of the greatest directors in filmmaking history. His new political thriller, 'The Ghost Writer,' stands as a testament to his genius.

  • Arts + Culture
John Patterson, State Attorney Office winner Ed Brodsky and Sarasota County Commissioner Nora Patterson.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • November 8, 2012
Election victors look to future

Local GOP winners focus on key issues and challenges - from jobs and public education to reducing violent crimes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This home at 1329 S. Lake Shore Drive has six bedrooms, seven baths, a pool and 5,847 square feet of living area. It sold for $1.81 million. Photo by Yaryna Klimchak.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • August 29, 2013
Oyster Bay Estates home sells for $1.81 million

A home in Oyster Bay Estates tops all transactions in this week's real estate. Leonard Slazinski, of Sarasota, sold his home at 1329 S. Lake Shore Drive to Yves Cremieux for $1.81 million.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 5, 2009
Athlete of the Week: Ericka Schneider

The Observer spotlights golfer Ericka Schneider.

  • East County
  • Sports
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