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  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 20, 2022
Observer recommends . . .

City and county charter questions in Manatee and Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
The Aria Condominiums
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 22, 2014
Our view

Why property is so expensive

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
A Gameboy, a diaper bag, a pack of cigarettes, and more than $10 in loose change were reported missing by residents living on Commonwealth Drive. Stock image.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 31, 2012
Vehicle burglaries continue on Siesta

Several unlocked cars on Commonwealth Drive were targeted Aug. 27.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Qigong instructor Sandi Love at The Paradise Center
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • March 26, 2024
Paradise Center qigong classes evolve with the seasons

Instructor Sandi Love explains the basis of the mind-body practice and how it can enhance your connection to nature.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Longboat Key homeowner faces whopping $49,106 fine for failing to bring home into compliance..
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • October 12, 2016
Longboat Key homeowner faces $49,106 fine for code violations

Daily code enforcement fines for noncompliance add up to more than $49,000 for a Longboat Key homeowner.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Nicole Machenheimer and Maloney
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 10, 2024
Sarasota teacher adopts dog her class met on field trip

Maloney was a special guest during a performance of "The Call of the Wild" at the Van Wezel.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
One of six properties listed for sale as part of a Sarasota portfolio.
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • March 25, 2024
Sarasota commercial portfolio on the market for $77 million

The six properties are within a mile of one another Cattleman and Fruitville Roads.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ryan Abernathy is the first to accept a diploma for the Class of 2024 from Head of School Deb Otey.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 24, 2024
The Out-of-Door Academy students say farewell to high school

The school's largest graduating class looks forward to their next chapter.

  • East County
  • Schools
Lorraine Vitale, Dick Vitale, Sherri Vitale Krug and Thomas Krug surround Ava Krug as she signs with Duke University for women's tennis.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 14, 2023
Lakewood Ranch tennis player Ava Krug signs with Duke University

Krug is a five-star, Blue Chip player according to the Tennis Recruiting Network.

  • East County
  • Sports
Harriet Sokmensuer Amelia and Doug Manning
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 27, 2014
Business Briefs

Discount Computers Inc. celebrates 25 years; White Aluminum buys Gingrich Glass & Aluminum; Marianne LeBar joins the Million Dollar Guild

  • Sarasota
  • News
Former SMA rifle shooter Mary Tucker, now at West Virginia University, won the individual smallbore national title and was named the Most Outstanding Performer at the 2024 NCAA Division I Rifle National Championship.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 17, 2024
Sarasota sports news you might have missed this month

Two area alumni are onto big things, while a Sailor hits a milestone and a Blazer reigns from deep.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Manatee County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh, standing at Lena Road, where it terminates heading north from State Road 64, hopes the county can speed up plans for its construction. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 28, 2019
Manatee County takes road project detour on 44th Avenue extension

Manatee County delay Delay on 44th Avenue East extension may mean more dollars for East County transportation projects, commissioner hopes.

  • East County
  • News
Gillespie Park is the only neighborhood in Sarasota that has two competing neighborhood associations.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 22, 2024
Gillespie Park neighborhood feud frustrates city

Two Gillespie Park associations put the city of Sarasota in a bind with competing grant applications.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch Inter-District Authority Operations Director Paul Chetlain said there are still a few issues to work through, such as the efficiency of the remote guard option.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • January 6, 2021
Remote gate comes to two Lakewood Ranch communities

Edgewater and Country Club to use new remote gate system

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 14, 2023
High school football roundup: Week eight

As programs prepare for the regular season's final stretch, area teams head in different directions.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Although they did not arrive in time for the costume contest, Noel, Misty, Olivia and Tico, who belong to Flora Rodriguez of Tampa, drew attention from guests.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 4, 2024
Costume contest raises awareness for pet charities

"My Furry Valentine" brought together the community for a showcase of local pet rescues and vendors.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Longboat Key Garden Club members will be heading for a four-day safari in the Sabi Sands private reserve with lots of wildlife.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • July 2, 2024
Longboat Key Garden Club plans its first group trip to Africa

A new member inspired the club to travel together and seek out its mission abroad in her home country.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Dan Sidler is the Greater Sarasota Chamber’s vice president of CareerEdge and economic development.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 18, 2024
Career training program receives $71,000 grant from Truist Foundation

CareerEdge offers fast-track training to prep local residents to enter the workforce.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This Concession home at 19424 Ganton Ave. sold for $2.5 million. 19424 Ganton Ave. It has four bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 3,346 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • August 13, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for July 29-Aug. 2 in Lakewood Ranch

A Concession home on Ganton Avenue tops Lakewood Ranch sales at $2.5 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Dan Sidler is the Greater Sarasota Chamber’s vice president of CareerEdge and economic development.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 17, 2023
CareerEdge receives $125,000 grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation

The workforce development program, led by the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, will use the funds to support workforce development initiatives.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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