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  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 22, 2011
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
The portion of Blackburn Point Park known as Fisherman’s Island will feature fishing piers and a kayak launch. File photo.
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • September 29, 2011
Blackburn Point Park plans move forward

The County Commission approved a permit for construction and a water buffer variance. One more meeting is to be held to address remaining concerns.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jeremy Lisitza
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • April 27, 2011
Black Tie & Tales

Today, he is a fountain pen; 91 is the magic number; Flamingos invade Casey Key; Tidbits; and Black Tie Affair.

  • Arts + Culture
"I like going out in the lobby after a show and hearing people say they loved the set," Matt Nitsch says. "I don't need to hear it to feel good about what I do, but if it happens, it always makes me happy."
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • March 16, 2011
Technical prowess

Matt Nitsch arrived at The Players Theatre straight out of college. The technical director explains why, after a decade of musicals, he's never left for a nine-to-five job.

  • Arts + Culture
Commissioner Paul Caragiulo said the alternative-energy program was worth the cost.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • September 18, 2012
Commissioners vote down alternative-energy fund

Commissioners vote 3-2 against the program because of its cost. Commissioners also move forward P.F. Chang's project, approved changes in parking-ticket late fines.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Arnold Rich with Peanut. Rich said larger, unleashed dogs have run up to Peanut.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • December 13, 2012
City to consider Payne Park leash rule

An email to city commissioners triggers a discussion on leash rules at city parks.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A rendering of the new Lakewood Ranch maintenance facility. Courtesy photo.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 13, 2013
News Briefs

Construction on Ranch maintenance facility delayed; BounceU party venue set to close end of month; Mental health screening considered at CEO Roundtable

  • East County
  • News
Manatee County School Board member Julie Aranibar will not be charged with public records and Sunshine law violations.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • February 20, 2013
Manatee School Board member cleared of public records violation charges

The State Attorney's Office reports insufficient evidence to press charges against Manatee County School Board member Julie Aranibar over a potential public records and Sunshine law violation.

  • East County
  • News
The Rev. Kelvin Lumpkin believes he’s a bridge builder who would make commission decisions with the whole community in mind.
  • By Kurt Schultheis and Roger Drouin |
  • February 21, 2013
Election: Lumpkin ready to help community unify to combat issues

Kelvin Lumpkin believes crime needs to be curtailed in areas such as Newtown before revitalization can take flight in that community and on the North Trail.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Photo by Roger Drouin
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • March 21, 2013
New economic steward evaluates downtown strengths

In an interview with the Sarasota Observer, Norman Gollub takes in the sights and offers his perspective on downtown.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Clayton Slentz is the new boys basketball coach at Cardinal Mooney. Photo courtesy Cardinal Mooney.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 4, 2020
New Mooney basketball coach wants all-out defensive effort

Clayton Slentz learned how to run a program from his coaching mentors.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Rick Piccolo and Lynn Larson
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • June 8, 2020
Kiwanis Club returns to in-person meetings

The club didn't meet virtually during the pandemic, but now they're venturing out while taking precautions.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Gerri Chaffee hosts Por Nuestros Niños.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 11, 2020
Spanish radio station hopes to educate Sarasota families on distance learning

The radio show Por Nuestros Niños is a Spanish language show about issues associated with distance learning and education.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A sample of the thank you cards Linda Mitchell has received. Courtesy photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • June 15, 2020
Key Club members raise thousands for furloughed employees

The "Members Who Care" GoFundMe ran for a short time, but made a huge impact.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
County Administrator Jonathan Lewis said the county is pausing some positions to help save money.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • July 13, 2020
County officials project millions in general fund losses due to COVID-19

Sarasota County leaders have proposed a budget of $323 million and a millage rate of 3.46 for fiscal year 2021.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Allison Maulfair and Spencer Mauk.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 22, 2020
Local grads tackle new college sport

Flag football added by NAIA member institutions.

  • East County
  • Sports
The truck is decorated with Happy Birthday or celebratory signs.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • August 31, 2020
First responders just want to have fun

Why is there a fire truck driving by that birthday party? Because it's 2020, that’s why.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The town of Longboat Key's public beach access points have been closed since June 30.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • September 8, 2020
Longboat Key's COVID-19 closures continue

Town Manager Tom Harmer issued his latest executive order on Tuesday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cross country senior Orlando Cicilioni is primed for a big year at Sarasota High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 17, 2020
Prose and Kohn: Sarasota High runner has chance at top-five finish

Cross country senior Orlando Cicilioni has been working hard to get his times down.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Despite years of research, the city has made no decision on the future of the municipal golf course.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 21, 2018
Forums find support for Bobby Jones upgrades

After gathering public input, the city is preparing to once again discuss options for renovating its 45-hole golf complex.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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