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Randy and Susan Mallitz are being honored by Temple Emanu--El for their philanthropy.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 10, 2020
Temple Emanu-El honors Lakewood Ranch couple

Temple Emanu-El honors Lakewood Ranch couple for their philanthropy.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • July 19, 2019
Sarasota Boys and Girls Club makes a splash with cardboard boat race

The third annual Rock the Boat Regatta took place on July 19.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The 12,000-square-foot ballroom at the Ritz-Carlton in Sarasota full.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • January 10, 2018
Proposed ballroom at Longboat former Colony site sparks debate

Unicorp National Developments Inc. has proposed a 10,000-square-foot ballroom in its application for a new hotel at the site of the former Colony Beach and Tennis Resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 5, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: September 5

Mark Williamson captured these pelicans in flight at sunrise near the Ringling Bridge.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jamie Aymerich, Honorary Chair Renee Hamad, Chairwoman Amy Sakes and Valerie Goddard
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • March 9, 2015
35th Anniversary Renaissance Woman of the Year Luncheon

Women’s Resource Center of Sarasota County hosted its 35th Anniversary Renaissance Woman of the Year Luncheon on Monday, March 9, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Sarasota Pride Fest 2017 takes place at Noon on Saturday, Oct. 21 at JD Hamel Park.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 18, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Oct. 19

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
8. Booker boys basketball celebrates following its win against Mariner High in the regional finals.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 27, 2018
Golden days: The top 10 Sarasota sports moments of 2018

The top 10 Sarasota sports moments of 2018, featuring athletes from Booker, Riverview, Sarasota and Cardinal Mooney high schools, plus others.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The home at 5137 Jungle Plum Road sold for $4.15 million.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 27, 2017
Hidden Harbor home sells for $4.15 million

Real estate transactions for April 10-14

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Cardinal Mooney's Matthew Garcia won a district title.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 27, 2015
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 10.29.15

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 10.29.15

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Estelle Crawford, president of the Pines of Sarasota Foundation, is retiring Sept. 30.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • August 31, 2017
Pines of Sarasota Foundation says goodbye to its decade-long president

Estelle Crawford is retiring, effective Sept. 30.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Susan Molnar, of Sarasota, submitted this photo of a sunset at Bayfront Park on Sept. 8.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 17, 2015
Sarasota photo contest winner: Sept. 17

Susan Molnar, of Sarasota, submitted this photo of a sunset at Bayfront Park on Sept. 8.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Dale Orlando wants to secure a place in her neighborhood where her dog, Shadow, can run free with other dogs from the area.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 15, 2016
Gillespie Park lobbies for paw park

After five years of asking for a dog-friendly area in Gillespie Park, Dale Orlando is close to making her vision a reality.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Teamsters packed the Sarasota City Commission chambers to protest a proposed reduction in their pensions.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 21, 2011
Protests over pensions, homeless dominate meeting

The Sarasota City Commission meeting heard union members objecting to pension cuts and homeless advocates protesting measures they believe are unfairly targeting transients downtown.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ricardo Hicks starts on a clay chip and dip bowl set.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • March 26, 2016
Rotary Art Festival moves to Hillview Street

The Sarasota Rotary Fine Art and Craft Festival hosts local artisans.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • In Memoriam |
  • November 27, 2018
Irwin Palmer Starr

Irwin Palmer Starr, an internationally known broadcasting and media executive and beloved figure in the Sarasota, Florida community, died on Nov. 14, 2018 from lung cancer. Irwin was born in Detroit, Michigan; his obituary tribute is in Siesta Key/Sarasot

  • Sarasota
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 19, 2020
2020 General Election Candidates

Meet the candidates.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • October 20, 2017
UPDATE: Arrest made in connection with school lockdowns

The schools were placed on lockdown after a student was seen with a gun going to Riverview High School.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Here is one of the current doors. It will be removed and replaced with a stronger door in the coming months.
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • July 30, 2019
Beachplace Association to replace every door in the complex

The project will cost $2.5 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • December 27, 2017
2017: Best of Black Tie

Let's take a look back at our favorite moments from the 2017 event season.

  • Black Tie
Healthy Start Executive Director Shon Ewens with Board Chair Debra Boterf and Ciera Coleman
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • January 28, 2016
Community helps mothers,babies get healthy start

The Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota County hosts "An Evening for Healthy Start."

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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