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Will Dobbin submitted this sunset photo, taken from Golden Gate Point and overlooking the Ringling Bridge.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 3, 2011
WEEKLY WINNER: Violet view

Will Dobbin submitted this sunset photo, taken from Golden Gate Point and overlooking the Ringling Bridge.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Kerry Kirschner’s colleagues and family said his willingness to work with people with varied philosophies and personal backgrounds contributed to his professional success.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 5, 2020
Kerry Kirschner, former Argus leader and mayor, dies at 73

Kirschner’s decades-long career bridged the public and private sectors, but always emphasized coalition-building and civic improvement.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota Police have issued an Amber alert for five-month-old Brianna Martinez-Lojano.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 10, 2014
UPDATE: Amber alert issued in Sarasota

Sarasota Police are seeking a silver pickup truck in connection with a missing child.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Flooding occurred June 2012 on Longboat Key and Siesta Key due to tropical storm Debby.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • June 4, 2013
Sarasota residents warned about potential flooding

Sarasota County Emergency Management announces a potential for widespread showers and thunderstorms that may affect Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Bob Blanton submitted this sunset photo, taken at Turtle Beach on Siesta Key.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 24, 2011
WEEKLY WINNER: Soaring sunset

Bob Blanton submitted this sunset photo, taken at Turtle Beach on Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 2, 2009
Where are they now? Art Falls

After 28 years of running six stores, including The Sea Stable, Art Falls is now retired and living in The Meadows, in Sarasota.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sheriff Brad Steube will have completed 40 years with the sheriff's office when he retires.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 28, 2015
Manatee sheriff announces retirement

Brad Steube will retire in January 2017 when his term expires.

  • East County
  • News
Larry McNally submitted this sunset photo, taken on the New College campus, overlooking the bay.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 17, 2011
WEEKLY WINNER: CAMPUS OASIS

Larry McNally submitted this sunset photo, taken on the New College campus, overlooking the bay.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Classical guitarist Jason Vieaux was the highlight of the start of La Musica International Chamber Music Festival. Courtesy photo
  • By Edward Alley |
  • April 16, 2018
La Musica concerts bring skill, conservative music

Guitarist Jason Vieaux was a definite highlight at the start of the international chamber music festival.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The SCAT station placed in the top 25 out of 67 entries.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • January 22, 2015
SCAT station wins state architecture award

The Sarasota County Area Transit transfer station located at Cattleman Road and Porter Way opened in January 2012.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The no-swim advisory will remain in place until tests show acceptable water quality levels.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 9, 2018
No-swim advisory issued for Bird Key Park

County health officials found elevated levels of enterococcus bacteria in the water near the John Ringling Causeway, a phenomenon they believe is linked to red tide.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 1, 2009
Rainfall causes north Key floods

Public Works Director Juan Florensa says that no major problems have been reported due to rainfall Wednesday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Hymn for Her turn up the heat with new album — watch a clip in today's headlines!
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 5, 2013
April 5: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Manatee Schools to create new positions, eliminate assistant superintendents; Vandalism reported at Colony; Hymn for Her turn up the heat with new album; Weekend Best Bets

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Rich Nicoli submitted this sunset photo, taken from the Ringling Bridge and overlooking City Island.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 3, 2011
WEEKLY WINNER: Sunny Outlook

Rich Nicoli submitted this sunset photo, taken from the Ringling Bridge and overlooking City Island.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Fred Beyerlein submitted this sunset photo, taken near Spanish Main Yacht Club.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 2, 2011
WEEKLY WINNER: Set Point

Fred Beyerlein submitted this sunset photo, taken near Spanish Main Yacht Club.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 2, 2014
Our view

Lower speed limit on GMD?

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Larry Yermack submitted this sunset photo, taken at the Sandpiper Inn, 5451 Gulf of Mexico Drive.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 26, 2011
WEEKLY WINNER: Sweeping Sunset

Larry Yermack submitted this sunset photo, taken at the Sandpiper Inn, 5451 Gulf of Mexico Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sophomore linebacker Marcus Balliette tries to wrap up Manatee wide receiver Ryan Taylor.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 12, 2011
Hurricanes sink Pirates

The Braden River High football team learned it still has a long way to go after falling to Manatee 63-0 in its Class 7A-District opener Oct. 7.

  • East County
  • Sports
Keiser University nursing instructor Christine Malloy said today's nurses need to be prepared for disasters such as 9/11.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 4, 2019
Keiser University nursing instructor continues to teach lessons from 9/11 in her Lakewood Ranch classes

Keiser University nursing instructor continues to teach lessons from 9/11 in her Lakewood Ranch classes

  • East County
  • News
Bird Key Park is one of 18 neighborhood parks the city would be responsible for fully funding.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • May 16, 2011
Sarasota commission considers park agreement

The county is withdrawing its traditional funding of parks within the city limits.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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