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Samantha Bennett and George Nickson, co-founders and co-artistic directors of ensembleNewSRQ.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 5, 2021
The expanding musical universe of ensemblenewSRQ

The co-founders of the contemporary music organization continue to redefine people's perceptions of new music.

  • Arts + Culture
Stephanie Hawkins, Jane Goodwin, Caroline Zucker, Todd Bowden, Sue D’Angelo, Shirley Brown, Sydney Burrows, Eric Robinson, Deb Schultz and Dawn Clayton. Courtesy of Sarasota County Schools.
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • March 6, 2019
Sarasota County Schools honors Women’s History Month by awarding three female educators

On March 6, Sarasota County Schools announced the recipients of their “Honoring Our Own” award in honor of Women’s History Month.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The city of Sarasota has similar poles that the town of Longboat Key will consider for wireless carriers to properly install their infrastructure.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • November 9, 2021
Longboat Key leaders to consider Verizon plans for nine cell poles

Town leaders will consider a plan to help improve cell service.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 28, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: March 28

Pamela Williams photographed this tree while walking along Sarasota’s bayfront.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 14, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: March 14

David Eskin captured this double rainbow at sunset at Sarasota Yacht Club.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota native Vo Williams has seen his song "Ready Set" become the official playoff anthem of the Tampa Bay Lightning. Photo courtesy Vo Williams.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 30, 2021
Sarasota musician writes, performs Tampa Bay Lightning playoff anthem

Vo Williams, who grew up playing hockey, said the opportunity is a dream come true.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Unit 1 of 5005 Gulf of Mexico Drive was built in 2017 Built in 2017 with five bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 6,380 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • February 14, 2021
Bonaire residence sells for $7.13 million

Residential real estate transactions for Feb. 1-5

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Nancy Hart goes low for a point.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 28, 2022
Club Longboat group keeps Beckyball alive

One Longboater created a modified version of pickleball, which has taken root at the Club Longboat tennis courts.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 11, 2013
News Briefs

Candidates reinforce their stance on issues at CONA forum; Tandem parking up for City Commission vote; Patterson Foundation launches Legacy of Valor campaign; Ringling announces 2014 lecture schedule

  • Sarasota
  • News
District leaders are considering the best way to hold end of the year events such as prom and graduation.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • March 9, 2021
School leaders consider end of the year tests, events

Administrators are considering options for state testing, graduation and prom.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Kyle Scott Battie is leading the incumbent in District 1, while Liz Alpert and Erik Arroyo are ahead of the top vote-getters in the August primary for Districts 2 and 3. File photos
  • By David Conway |
  • November 3, 2020
Battie, Alpert, Arroyo win City Commission races

Two newcomers and one incumbent are set to claim the three district seats on the Sarasota City Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 23, 2012
Controversial mural art painted over

The "Fast Life" mural that many believe imitates gang was painted over earlier this month.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • December 21, 2019
Debutantes dazzle at 38th annual ball

The 38th annual Debutante ball was held Dec. 21.

  • Black Tie
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • September 11, 2019
Sarasota County honors the victims of Sept. 11

Sarasota County held the remembrance ceremony at Fire Station 16, 5875 Hummingbird Ave.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The SMA approached city officials along with business leaders and groups in July in an attempt to serve as a facilitator for residents who live near the park.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 1, 2011
SMA reports homeless feedings progress

The Sarasota Ministerial Association is identifying organizations that feed the homeless in Selby Five Points Park so they can be involved in discussions on how best to resolve concerns.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • August 20, 2019
Sarasota law enforcement hands out more than 100 school zone tickets

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office and Sarasota Police Department gave out a total of 149 citations in the first week back to school.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 4, 2019
Key Chorale honors ballet leader at luncheon

Iain Webb was recognized at the 2019 Perfect Pitch luncheon.

  • Black Tie
Brenda McGowan, Keith Pandeloglou, Tracy Gorman, Kathleen Scotti, Chairwoman Sandra Shahinian, Kate O'Driscoll and Caitlyn Coyle
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 1, 2020
Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation hosts seventh annual Party Under The Stars

The 2020 event was held Feb. 1 at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • September 19, 2019
The city’s fiscal fiasco

With the city having to tap its savings for $19.7 million next fiscal year, if it were a business, shareholders would dump the board and CEO.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Sidewalks near Lido Beach don't extend to nearby residential streets like Ford Drive.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 13, 2019
City prepares Lido Key sidewalk project

Although residents aren't all supportive, the city believes installing sidewalks will improve connectivity.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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