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Roman Solomon won the Underrated Golf Curry Cup at four under par over two rounds. (Courtesy photo.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 14, 2022
Sarasota junior golfer wins unique event in San Francisco

Roman Solomon, the son of MLB All-Star Bobby Bonilla, took home the Underrated Golf Curry Cup on Aug. 30.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
For ladies only, $75 each, enjoy bottomless select wines and bubbles at 99 Bottles on Galentine's Day.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • January 26, 2023
The best spots around Sarasota to celebrate Galentine’s Day

On Feb. 13, grab your gal pals, gather your glasses high and cheers to girl power.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
A Greenpal vendor completes lawn service. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Blake Fussell |
  • April 5, 2022
New freelancing app brings efficiency to Sarasota landscaping projects

Greenpal, the "Uber of landscaping,” launched in the city in mid-March.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
The kick off event begins at 8:15, Nov. 18, at the Robert L Taylor Community Complex, 1845 34th Street.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • November 15, 2011
Florida Power and Light gives 50 families 'home energy makeovers'

FPL has announced 50 homes in Sarasota will receive courtesy energy efficiency upgrades from FPL in conjunction with the City of Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 27, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 2.27.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 4, 2022
The Paradise Center hosts FitFest on Longboat Key

Attendees could try bite-sized bits of seven different exercise classes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Heather Jungueira and some of the dogs.
  • By Shellie Terry |
  • February 22, 2019
One sniff away

The future of early-stage cancer detection may exist in the snout of the jovial, floppy-eared beagles of Bioscent DX.

  • LWR Life
Residents have expressed concern about the loss of trees associated with construction, but builders say the city'   s rules are too stringent.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 19, 2017
Residents, businesses root out tree troubles

Both residents and developers have problems with the city’s tree ordinance, so the Planning Board wants the city to re-examine its regulations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch 7-year-old Brayden Bishop  makes sure to turn  off the water while brushing his teeth.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 29, 2020
Water conservation urged in Lakewood Ranch area as Phase 1 Water Shortage declared

Self quarantine due to the coronavirus provides time to check your home's water efficiency.

  • East County
  • News
Bill and Judy Carman. Courtesy photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 16, 2022
Former St. Armands Circle business owner and staple dies at 79

Judy Carman, who owned Carman's Shoes and Handbags with husband Bill, was dedicated to her family first and foremost.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Artfully designed wraps are one of the proposals.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 31, 2022
APRIL FOOL: Company proposes artful twist on cell towers

Arizona firm wants to build up to 72 poles in a variety of pleasing designs.

  • April Fools
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 20, 2022
Sarasota celebrates solidarity for Jewish community

The event was held in the wake of antisemitic flyers being distributed in Sarasota neighborhoods.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • In Memoriam |
  • February 3, 2022
Robert James Wollard

Robert James Wollard went to be with his Lord on January 24, 2022.

  • East County
  • Tributes & Obituaries
A Sarasota woman keeps six chickens in her backyard as pets and egg producers. She wishes to remain anonymous, because the chickens are not legal. The woman said her neighbors don't mind her pets, because they make little noise.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • November 24, 2010
Chicken-keepers crack city code

A group of citizens that wants to legalize chicken-keeping within backyards in city limits has gained support at City Hall.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Steve Branham and retired Brig. Gen. Charly Shugg
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • March 15, 2018
Longboat Kiwanis club talks cyber security

A retired Brigadier General and director of the Global Consortium for Counter Cyber Terrorism gave the club tips on how to stay safe online.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • January 4, 2022
An introduction from the Observer's new A+E Editor

Spencer Fordin, the Observer's new Arts + Entertainment editor, comes with two decades of experience in journalism but not much skill at all at singing and dancing.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
A new roof on Whitney Beach Plaza kicks off a $2 million overhaul. File photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 2, 2013
Looking ahead: Stalled Redevelopment

Applicants seeking redevelopment and some of the town's pool of 250 tourism units will have to wait until the town makes changes to its codes and Comp Plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Students write and revise their solo theater performances after interviewing their elders. Photo courtesy.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 11, 2021
SaraSolo, Booker Middle program creates a connection

The Bridge program partners middle school students with elders to create solo theater performances based on each other's lives.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Former Braden River quarterback Louis Colosimo played for the Sollerod Gold Diggers in Denmark in 2022.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 18, 2023
Former Braden River QB continues his football career overseas

After playing one year in Denmark, Louis Colosimo will play in the Italian Football League.

  • East County
  • Sports
Deysha Nelson, Amy Bodnar and Kevin Loreque start in this civic-minded play.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • December 29, 2022
'What the Constitution Means to Me' breaks rules and brings electricity to FST

The 2017 play by Heidi Schreck offers a portrait of the playwright as a young constitutional scholar at Florida Studio Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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