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Sergeant Dave Cooper with (from right) Maureen Cooper (mother), Mirka Sidlo (girlfriend) and Bianca Cooper (daughter).
  • By John McGuire |
  • June 29, 2017
Longboat Police Department has a new sergeant

Dave Cooper joined the force in December 2014.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
In less than six months, developers will have to pay more in impact fees on new construction.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 8, 2016
Sarasota County leaders approve impact fee increase

Sarasota County commissioners approved larger fees on new development during this afternoon’s meeting.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • February 17, 2016
Town taxes will go up

Beach renourishment: $17 million. Underground utility lines: maybe $49 million. And now this: As much as $3.5 million for a new fire station. It’s the price for paradise.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
This season, only three of the 28 practices for the Sarasota Orchestra Masterworks series will be held in the Van Wezel, the primary performance venue.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 19, 2016
Orchestra study calls current venue options inadequate

The Sarasota Orchestra is in the process of devising plans for a new facility, part of a broader effort to assess the organization’s future needs and goals.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 20, 2015
The resurgence of s/ART/q

The resurgence of s/ART/q

  • Arts + Culture
David Conway Jeff's Neighborhood Grill and Bar still features the salad options offered at its predecessor, but the new managers said they'll be more flexible with their menu.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 23, 2014
Jeff's Salad reopens with new name, menu

Jeff's Neighborhood Grill and Bar opened Saturday under new management and with a new philosophy.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The location of the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office and expansion are outlined in red.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 4, 2024
New space on the way for Sarasota County Sheriff's Office

The Sarasota County Commission approved $35 million for headquarters expansion and a new helicopter hangar.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Hermitage Artist Retreat names theater award winner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 2, 2026
Hermitage Artist Retreat names theater award winner

The Hermitage Major Theater Award includes a $35,000 cash prize, a residency and a workshop.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 28, 2021
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Trouble on the water

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 1, 2010
Prep Scoreboard

Scores and highlights from the week of Feb. 22-26.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 15, 2010
SPORTS BRIEFS 09.16.10

The Lakewood Ranch High School swim team will host a Parents Night Out fundraiser from 7:30-9:30 p.m., Sept. 22, at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre, 3333 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 29, 2010
Cops Corner

April 20 Burning rubber 7:26 a.m. - South Tamiami Trail and Bee Ridge Road. Road Hazard. A large tire was seen rolling down Bee Ridge Road and crossing Tamiami Trail. No word on its origin or destination.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 25, 2012
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 5, 2011
Lighthouse Point dock project creates waves

The proposed expansion plan reached stormy waters last week, when a fight broke out between two neighbors.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Officer Donzia Franklin received accolades from the Lido Shores Association April 26.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 4, 2011
'Officer D.' cited for police work

The Lido Shores Homeowners Association honored 20-year Sarasota Police Officer Donzia 'Officer D.' Franklin for her community service.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Part-time Meadows resident Bill King, 80, began playing tennis 50 years ago. Today, King competes in about six tennis tournaments a year.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 2, 2011
Love of tennis serves up fun for Meadows couple

Part-time Meadows resident Bill King reached the semifinals of the men's 80 singles division of the USTA Super Senior Grand Prix Feb. 21-26.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 10, 2013
Community golf scores

Enjoy this week's community golf scores.

  • East County
  • Sports
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 12, 2012
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 27, 2012
SIDELINES

Lady Cougars silence Lady Thunder; Sarasota boys finish fourth at North Port Invitational; Sarasota Sailors fall to Southeast Seminoles; Cougars suffer first loss

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Photo courtesy Frank Atura
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • April 22, 2020
Sarasota Ballet announces 2020 - 2021 season

The company's 30th anniversary season is scheduled to begin in October.

  • Arts + Culture
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