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The 25-meter, 172,000-gallon John Marble pool requires heating, lighting and starting blocks to make it a year-round pool. Manatee County officials say it would relieve the pool at G.T. Bray park.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 27, 2016
A new-wave idea springs up for John Marble Pool

With improvements, Marble Park pool could host competitive swim teams and other programs.

  • East County
  • News
File photo. William Pratesi and Mike Bradley work on “Mickey’s Castle” last year that was inspired by family members who work at Disney.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • April 28, 2016
Sarasota Calendar 4.28.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of April 28.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Palmer-Honore Cottage on Siesta Key was owned by some of Sarasota County's most notable historic figures, including Bertha Potter Palmer.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • April 23, 2015
Siesta cottage earns historic recognition

The property belonged to Sarasota County namesakes, including Benjamin Stickney, Bertha Potter Palmer and Adrian Honore.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ashten Weniger, Nicole Unger, Camilyn Leavitt, Kelly Crawford and Karina Anderson
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • May 19, 2015
Fashion Insider: Camilyn Beth’s new studio and new looks

Local designer Camilyn Leavitt has taken the fashion world by storm with her classic, feminine designs since launching Camilyn Beth in 2012.

  • Black Tie
Longboat Key Public Works Director Juan Florensa stands on the north-end beach, where two groins are currently under construction to control erosion. Photo by Robin Hartill
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 10, 2015
Q+A with Juan Florensa

Longboat Key Public Works Director Juan Florensa's department is responsible for the island's 12-mile stretch of sand - but don't think his job is just a day at the beach.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Andrew and Carie Schoenfeld see their forum as a resource for longtime and new residents, as well as a way for neighbors to connect. Photo by Amanda Sebastiano
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • November 12, 2014
Website creates forum for discussion

Andrew and Carie Schoenfeld started a resource they wanted when they moved to the Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
The 5,476-square-foot building at 500 John Ringling Blvd. was constructed in 1980. Photo by Robin Hartill
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • December 9, 2014
SMH plans for St. Armands clinic

A hospital subcommittee approved the $3.6 million purchase of the property where St. Armands Medical Center is currently located.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 1, 2013
Our View: Disservice to taxpayers

Most everything legislators do is well intentioned. They get gold stars for that.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • May 30, 2013
Projected budget deficit: $6 million

Rising pension costs make up a large part of the city deficit. The city manager and finance director seek ways to trim costs.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Town Manager Dave Bullock facilitated a town working group meeting that got together to create a list of questions it expects a consultant to answer later this year.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 12, 2013
Group seeks to ask the right questions

A committee of Key residents worked to create a platform for nine questions that a consultant will use to find out what the town wants and where it's headed.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lee Fox
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 15, 2013
Fox, board disagree on SOS departure

Lee Fox says the Save Our Seabirds Board fired her, but board officials insist she rejected an extension of her contract.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Sports Page Bar & Grille wants to stay on Main Street and is working with the owner of 1459 and 1461 Main St. to possibly lease the spaces.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • April 11, 2013
Sports Page considers new location

If the city approves an exemption and conditional-use application, the bar's old granite bar top will be moved into the new space.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 19, 2013
Town looks for answers on top issues

A group of town officials and Key residents created a list of questions that will be used to find out what the town wants and where it's headed.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Hotel Monaco, Alexandria, Va.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 27, 2013
Downtown hotel will bring out local flavor

Kimpton Hotels, a boutique-hotel and restaurant company, shares its signature process for localizing its establishments.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 11, 2013
Proposed Sarasota city budget increases

The city budget, which dedicates significant resources to covering rising pension costs, is still $2.5 million short of being balanced.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A three-member member legislative issues workgroup is working to transfer future ownership of Lakewood Ranch Roads from the CDDs to the homeowner associations.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 3, 2014
Road privatization effort gains traction

Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club communities seek to have more security and complete control over their streets and gates. The effort will take perseverance.

  • East County
  • News
File photo The Manatee County School District plans to select a principal for Lakewood Ranch High School by July 1.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • June 18, 2014
District restarts principal search

The top candidate for the Lakewood Ranch High position turned down the job.

  • East County
  • News
Stairs on John Saputo's dock are disappearing as sand collecting near his property washes over them.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 18, 2014
Lighthouse Point sees sand surplus

Some residents argue the town should cancel a $4 million south end erosion project and take the extra sand sitting behind their homes.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Courtesy photo Bradenton native and former Southeast High quarterback Adrian McPherson founded The McPherson Athletic Compound to help area athletes achieve their goals.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 18, 2014
Training Day

Former Southeast High quarterback Adrian McPherson will host a seven-week summer training program.

  • East County
  • Sports
Artspace Senior Vice President Wendy Holmes speaks at a public meeting during the company's visit to sarasota April 9.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 17, 2014
Artist housing could jumpstart North Trail

A visit from a nonprofit that develops artists' live/work housing provides hope for local artists looking for a home - and North Trail advocates who hope to see the area redeveloped.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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