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  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 29, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, May 30

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment calendar events taking place this week in Sarasota County (Sarasota and Venice).

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 15, 2021
Sarasota Cops Corner: Dude, where's my car.

Police reports from around Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Thousands of spectators gathered Sunday, June 23, at Mattison's City Grille to watch Nik Wallenda become the first person to cross the Grand Canyon on a high wire.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 24, 2013
June 24: Daily Headlines Video

Top Stories: Nik Wallenda crosses the Grand Canyon on a high wire; Sarasota to welcome Wallenda home with parade; Spanish Main explores cellular tower option; Youth trespasses GreyHawk Landing home

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Cardinal Mooney beach volleyball team captured the SSAC state title on Saturday in Taveras. The Cougars hope it is the first of two titles they win this season. Courtesy photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 5, 2022
Cardinal Mooney beach volleyball in search of second state title — within one week

The Cougars won the SSAC title last weekend in Taveras and will compete for the FHSAA title this weekend in Tallahassee.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 3, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Oct. 4

A look at our favorite events happening this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
A Palm Avenue scaffolding malfunction was one of several high-profile construction accidents downtown this summer.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 9, 2017
Growth issues dominate city conversations

As building continues throughout the city of Sarasota, officials are examining polices designed to manage the effects of new development.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Education Center will take over three rooms of the temple.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • August 26, 2021
Education Center at Temple Beth Israel prepares for first season

The organization formerly known as the Longboat Key Education Center has made its final move.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The inaugural March 2020 Savor the Sounds drew more than 100 people.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 4, 2022
Savor the Sounds concert series to return on Longboat Key

The series was canceled in early 2020 after just one concert.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 23, 2015
Cops Corner: Sarasota 07.23.15

Enjoy this week's Sarasota edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 4, 2012
Delve into 12: Key Club

The Longboat Key Club and Resort starts the year with a setback to its Islandside project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
On multiple occasions, residents of The Mark and representatives for Gator Club have clashed over their stances on appropriate dynamics for the city’s downtown core.
  • By Blake Fussell |
  • March 16, 2022
City Commission to evaluate sound ordinance after polarizing debate

The current sound limit for businesses is 60 decibels.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Shirley Deutsch'   s new front doors reach nearly to her shoulder, which she says makes it hard for her to open and close.
  • By John McGuire |
  • April 12, 2017
82-year-old wants a solution to her condo-door problem

A resident of The Promenade on Longboat Key is petitioning her condo board for a lower door handle.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
In August, Longboat Key will increase its monthly recycling rates.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • July 20, 2021
Longboat Key's recycling rates to increase in August

The increased rates are part of a three-year contract extension with Waste Management Inc.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Manatee County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh said she spent two hours watching ships come through the Panama Canal. She said Panama's government makes about $10 million a day from the canal. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 11, 2019
Panama visit creates port insight for Manatee County

Commissioner Vanessa Baugh says Port Manatee should be ready for Panamax ships in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
En Pointe is a proposed four-story structure on the interior of Golden Gate Point with four living units and parking for eight vehicles underneath. Five street parking spots are nearby.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 9, 2020
Golden Gate Point project sparks parking concerns

Members of the downtown-adjacent neighborhood are concerned about the supply of public parking.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andréa Martone |
  • September 1, 2021
Asolo Rep plans sale of elaborate costume inventory

After decades without a costume sale, Asolo Repertory Theatre will open its doors at their Koski Production Center, offering a bargain sale on elaborate costumes

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
All seven members of the Longboat Key Town Commission attended the May 18 workshop meeting.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 31, 2021
Town Commission could continue Zoom use after pandemic ends

The Longboat Key Town Commission has used Zoom in some capacity since April 2020.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 29, 2011
Boeing B-787 will land at SRQ today

At 5:30 p.m. today, a Boeing B-787 test aircraft will land at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 17, 2018
Cops Corner: It's dark, time for headlights

Police reports from around the Key

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • April 12, 2022
This Week in A+E: April 14-20

World class theater hits Sarasota this week, as productions of "South Pacific," "To Kill a Mockingbird" and "Fiddler on the Roof" play locally.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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