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  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 1, 2017
Sarasota Memorial Hospital opens rehabilitation pavilion

On April 1, doctors, patients and health care system supporters gathered for the grand opening of the pavilion.

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  • Neighbors
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • July 1, 2015
Local Sons of the American Revolution chapter induct new member

Members must have ancestry tied to the Revolutionary War.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 21, 2009
Community Golf Scores 07.07.09 to 07.18.09

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 26, 2017
Longboat Key weather page photo: Jan. 26

Barbara Raber captured this shot of a snowy egret walking in the Longboat Key water.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Hideaway Bay resident Philip Tyson spoke against the 10% millage rate hike.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 23, 2013
Longboat commission sets millage at 2.0760

The rate is up 10% from last year, meaning that a property owner with a $500,000 home will pay $94.20 more.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 9, 2010
Community Golf Scores 07.14.10 to 08.07.10

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

  • East County
  • Sports
Athletes get ready to mount their bikes and take off during the transition of the Siesta Key triathlon this weekend.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • August 5, 2013
Siesta Beach triathlon attracts athletes from afar

Athletes from all over the U.S. and Florida competed in the Siesta Beach Olympic and Sprint Triathlon in a test for endurance.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 3, 2012
News Briefs

Institute for the Ages names Esselman CEO; City staff investigates St. Armands benches; North Trail coffee shop opens

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 1, 2014
High five moments of the week

The top five sports moments of the week.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
First-graders Randall Collins and Ronan Murphy. Courtesy photo
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • April 24, 2014
School Board

The latest news from Sarasota schools.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 31, 2010
Kiwanis Club requests signage

The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key is requesting town include its logo on the island's new welcome signs.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 30, 2013
JUST THE STATS

9 - The number of 3-pointers Emily Bulfin sank to set a new Lakewood Ranch school record Jan. 25.

  • East County
  • Sports
Owner Glenn Comeau, left, and General Manager Brian Izzo stand in front of the pizza oven at Flatbread on Main. The restaurant is slated to open within a week.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 4, 2015
Pizzeria, craft beer bar coming to Main Street

Flatbread on Main - a new branch of a well-received Englewood restaurant - will open on Main Street this month, the latest in a line of craft-beer bars moving into the area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A photo from last year's dinner (Courtesy Karen Arango)
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • November 6, 2013
James Beard Celebrity Chef Tour makes a comeback to Darwin's on 4th

James Beard recognized Celebrity Chef Tour makes a stop at Darwin's on 4th for a dinner featuring Darwin Santa Maria and four "celebrity" chefs on Dec. 11. Last year's event sold out.

  • Arts + Culture
The Sarasota Downtown Merchants Association is sponsoring the event where dogs will be judged on best costume.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 19, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Dog Dayz Parade and Costume Contest

During the event, community members will receive free giveaways and their pups can munch on free doggy treats.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • April 4, 2012
Penguin flock leaves mark on Mote staff

There was turmoil when an escaped penguin was seen floating in the water, away from its Penguin Island exhibit.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Alex De Socio, left, Elizabeth Novella, Stephano de Peppo, Adelaide Boedecker and Geoffrey Agpalo head up the cast of Sarasota Opera's "The Elixir of Love."  (Photos courtesy Rod Millington)
  • By Edward Alley |
  • February 24, 2020
'Elixir of Love' provides high-spirited balance to Sarasota Opera's season

Donizetti's comedy is an enjoyable, lighthearted tonic between romantic tragedies

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • May 26, 2018
Memorial Day Tribute to Fallen Troops honors local heroes

The ceremony was held May 26 at the Sarasota National Cemetery.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch developer Schroeder-Manatee Ranch officials announced today new home sales in the community are up 35% compared to the same time last year.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 10, 2012
New home sales up in Lakewood Ranch

First quarter 2012 new home sales are up 35% compared to last year.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 12, 2014
Community Golf

Community golf scores

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