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Pat Rounds, a vocal supporter of single-member districts, said the county would be required to redistrict regardless of the election system in place, admonishing commissioners for linking the two subjects.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 15, 2021
County selects redistricting map, targets repeal of single-member districts

After picking a new map that makes limited changes to district boundaries, commissioners intend to ask voters to reverse a 2018 referendum governing county elections.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Diane Weisman brings her black Labrador retrievers to join an interfaith pet blessing from Rev. David Marshall of All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church and Rabbi Jessica Spitalnic Mates of Temple Beth Israel of Longboat Key on Oct. 26.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • November 3, 2025
Interfaith pet blessing recognizes contributions of furry companions

Faith leaders at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church and Temple Beth Israel of Longboat Key teamed up to offer a special blessing to the community's animals.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ben Affleck stars in "The Town."
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • September 22, 2010
Film Review: 'The Town'

In "The Town," Affleck positions himself in front of as well as behind the camera and elevates himself to true auteur status.

  • Arts + Culture
Dr. Stephen Leatherman — Dr. Beach — tells the approximately 4 million "Today Show" viewers that the best beach in the country for 2011 is the Siesta Key Public Beach. Photo by Norman Schimmel.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 27, 2011
TOP STORY, JUNE: Siesta Key Public Beach named No. 1 in the U.S.

Sarasota County officials were more than happy to join a crew from 'The Today Show' on the beach at 8 a.m. May 27 to celebrate Siesta's ascension to the No. 1 spot on the annual Top 10 Beaches list of Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, director of Florida International University's Laboratory for Coastal Research.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • March 15, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Clemens Reiss

Clemens Reiss first began playing lawn bowling more than a decade ago and is currently serving as the president of the Sarasota Lawn Bowling Club.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • September 9, 2019
'David Crosby: Remember My Name' is a fascinating look at a true icon

The main subject narrates the documentary with brutal (and entertaining) honesty.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
A music ensemble at Pine View High School. Courtesy of Sarasota County Schools.
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • April 30, 2019
Pine View School ranked among best high schools statewide, nationally

Riverview High School also ranked No. 52 in the state, with Suncoast Polytechnical High School following close behind at No. 58.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Michael Saunders & Co.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • February 10, 2015
3 Things: Better Than Ever

Sarasota may be experiencing a building boom, but its heart and soul remains its older homes in well-established neighborhoods.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Courtesy photo Tacoma Jenkins, her son, Jaylen Peterson, and Jaylen's reading buddy, Keith Tschannen. Jaylen and Tschannen have worked together for four years.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 9, 2014
Reading Buddies instill love of books in children

A Christ Church of Longboat Key-sponsored program pairs at-risk students with volunteers during the critical first four years of elementary school.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Shirley
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • January 9, 2014
Alta Vista principal named one of the best in Florida

The Sarasota School Board's first meeting of 2014 recognized the recent achievements of Alta Vista Elementary School and its principal.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Led by Danielle Gladding, the models of this year's St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church take a last lap on the catwalk at Sarasota Yacht Club.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • March 10, 2025
St. Mary show on Longboat Key benefits fashionistas, fauna

This year's St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church fashion show drew about 250 people.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Built in 1894, the Smith house blends the old with the new: vernacular farmhouse architecture with a stylish modern overlay.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • February 12, 2014
Home of the Month: The House on the Hill

Frank and Anne Folsom Smith have created an iconic Sarasota lifestyle in one of the oldest homes in town.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 1, 2025
APRIL FOOL: County toys with idea for new events center

The fluorescent facility would light up Premier.

  • April Fools
Laurel Semerdjian has used her downtime during the pandemic to cultivate culinary feats.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 19, 2021
Opera à la Carte

Sarasota Opera’s talents are cooking up something to sing about.

  • Arts + Culture
Mary Beth McLeod
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 4, 2024
Community members bring to life Revolutionary War-era fashion

Sarasota Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution explain what it takes to re-create the costumes of 18th-century patriots.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • June 4, 2009
Latin Chamber moves to Ranch

Cesar Gomez hopes to help Latino and American business owners do business together.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 21, 2011
Cops Corner

July 11 BMW omelet 9:59 a.m. - 500 block of Canal Road. Criminal Mischief. A man reported his BMW, which was parked at a resort, had been hit several times with eggs. The dried yolks ate away the car's clear coat, causing at least $200 in damage. Two miles away, another car was egged, suffering chipped paint. Technically speaking, these were two new locations of The Broken Egg.

  • Sarasota
  • News
John Simon, with Isaac Group Holdings, says he is ready to build on his Pineapple Square development as soon as the market turns around.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • January 6, 2011
7 in 11: John Simon

The man behind the Pineapple Square development sees nothing but potential in Sarasota's future.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Manatee County District 5 Commissioner Vanessa Baugh has filed to run for reelection .
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 10, 2019
Manatee County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh announces she will run for reelection

Manatee County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh announces she will run for reelection

  • East County
  • News
Ilana Armida played a final gig in Lakewood Ranch Jan. 6 and is headed to Los Angeles on Jan. 17.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 12, 2017
Time to fly for Lakewood Ranch pop singer

Mill Creek's Ilana Armida moves to L.A. to chase her dreams.

  • East County
  • News
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