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  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 25, 2019
Bradenton man arrested for possession of various drugs

Michael Olson was in possession of ecstasy, cocaine and marijuana.

  • East County
  • News
The Sarasota Police Department has a prescription drug drop box in its headquarters that residents can access seven days a week.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 23, 2019
Sarasota police and DEA collecting unwanted prescription drugs

The event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday in the Sarasota Police Department lobby.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Atkins |
  • March 31, 2019
Celebrating the 'Cascades Lifestyle' with fashion in Sarasota

The Women's Club of Cascades held its annual fashion show with plenty of prizes and donations to charity.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 16, 2018
Guests sparkle for SPARCC's annual gala

"SPARCCle in the City was hosted March 16 at The Westin Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Jennifer Black (left) and Helen Harrington use special shaded sunglasses to observer the eclipse.
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • August 21, 2017
Eclipse draws workers outside in downtown Sarasota

Crowds lined Main Street to witness the eclipse.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota Police Department provided this image of the truck that drove off of the Coon Key Bridge.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 17, 2016
Crews remove truck from water near Coon Key Bridge

Congestion plagued the John Ringling Causeway and Coon Key Bridge after a truck drove into the water Monday morning.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tana Sandefur
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 27, 2014
In memoriam: Tana Sandefur

Tana Sandefur, 81, of Sarasota and formerly of Longboat Key, died Sept. 24.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
curly-hairs
  • By Ashley Pawelczyk |
  • April 7, 2014
Let's Talk Locks: Bohemian Rhapsody

Let's Talk Locks: Bohemian Rhapsody

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Graci McGillicuddy was presented with a $50,000 check from Tampa Bay Lightning owner Jeff Vinik and player Victor Hedman. Photo courtesy Tampa Bay Lightning Community Heroes program.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 20, 2014
Tampa Bay Lightning honors Graci McGillicuddy

McGillicuddy received the Lightning Community Hero of the Year award at the Oct. 11 hockey game.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota Police Department Chief Bernadette DiPino poses with two children during Saturday's "Honor the Badge" event, organized by the Sarasota Housing Authority.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 17, 2013
SPD helps children shop for the holidays

The Sarasota Police Department and Sarasota Housing Authority teamed up for the second annual "Honor the Badge" event, helping more than 80 children participate in a holiday shopping spree.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Economic Development Corp. President and CEO Lisa Krouse said the organization has made great progress under her leadership of the last 11 months. (File photo)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 9, 2022
EDC will keep its reduced county funding — for now

The County Commission voted 3-2 to continue funding the Economic Development Corp. of Sarasota County through 2022-23.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 8, 2021
Prelude to Piney Point

No doubt there will be plenty of political blaming in the wake of the Piney Point leak that Manatee County commissioners were negligent. For the truth, just watch their Jan. 26 meeting.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
The crosswalk at Treasure Boat Way will be improved, after resident complaints. Rachel S. O'Hara.
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • October 27, 2011
Intersection focus of new complaints

Residents complaining about visibility issues at the intersection of Treasure Boat Way and Ocean Boulevard have won county staff's vows to alleviate those concerns.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The town of Longboat Key had to go back to the drawing board to redesign a potential roundabout at the intersection of Broadway Street and Gulf of Mexico Drive.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • April 15, 2025
Longboat likely to encumber $1.7M in costs for Broadway Roundabout

The new costs come as the Florida Department of Transportation takes on responsibility for the project but said some costs are still on the town’s dime.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Letter to the Editor: Quay is circumventing city rules
  • By Guest |
  • March 2, 2023
Letter to the Editor: Quay is circumventing city rules

A former city commissioner and Planning Board chair responds to the Quay project.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Incoming Sarasota County administrator Randall Reid’s first day is Jan. 23. Photo courtesy of Alachua County.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 5, 2012
Delve into 12: Randall Reid

Randall Reid will take the reins of Sarasota County government in January, when he assumes his new role as the county's administrator.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Selby Gardens representatives have said they've responded to resident concerns, but neighbors continue to object to elements of the master plan, depicted in this rendering.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 14, 2019
Neighbors remain concerned about Selby plans

As Selby Gardens works with the city on proposed changes to its bayfront campus, residents are lobbying for a scaled-down vision.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Paul Rudolph walkway canopy is at the center of a debate between the Ringling College of Art and Design and the Sarasota Architectural Foundation.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • April 1, 2015
Scene & Heard 4.1.15

Catch up on this week's arts news with Scene & Heard.

  • Arts + Culture
U.S. Navy veterans George Johnston and Richard Kichline speak about their service.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • November 13, 2013
Braden River High welcomes vets

Two Navy veterans share stories of their service in two U.S. conflicts - World War II and the Vietnam War.

  • East County
  • News
The store is focused on sourcing fresh produce.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 6, 2024
Sprouts Farmers Market now open in Sarasota

The supermarket chain offering natural, organic and gluten-free foods, is celebrating its grand opening Sept. 6-8.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
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