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The new bayfront planning organization will team with professional planners to develop a master plan for city-owned bayfront land.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 19, 2016
Bayfront planning organization members revealed

Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 has announced the makeup of a nine-member board of directors that will be responsible for developing a master plan for 42 acres of city-owned land.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Judy Saltzman's "Hikers" is one of four pieces in her latest exhibit, "Spirit of America." Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 16, 2019
Judy Saltzman's new exhibit at Art Center Sarasota spotlights natural beauty

The local painter's passion for national parks shines through in her new exhibit ‘Spirit of America.’

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 14, 2021
Longboat Key Cops Corner: A difference of opinion

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota Offshore Grand Prix Festival Director Lucy Nicandri also serves as executive director of Suncoast Charities for Children.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 25, 2015
Grand Prix brings big dollars to Sarasota

The Sarasota Offshore Grand Prix generated more than $32 million in economic impact and about 15,000 hotel room stays in the region, according to a report.

  • Sarasota
  • News
In the 1500 block of State Street, a tow truck driver was stabbed just before the pineapple drop on New Year's Eve.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • January 2, 2013
Tow truck driver stabbed during New Year's Eve festivities

Police are investigating the possible role of incense in the incident. Ten packages of incense were found on the suspect.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Publix store in Longboat Key launched its curbside pickup service on April 11.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • April 17, 2020
Harmer: 'Community has responded well to restrictions' from COVID-19

Town Manager Tom Harmer said the “projected peak” for coronavirus cases would be in late April or early May for Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota Police Chief Bernadette DiPino shakes hands with Sloan after swearing her into office.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • November 29, 2017
Girls Inc. swears in new town officials

The mock town of Dream Harbor has a new class of leaders.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Athletes head to the docks at dawn on Sunday to practice for the 2017 World Rowing Championships at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 17, 2017
World's top rowers descend upon Benderson Park in Sarasota

Preparations in full swing for 2017 World Rowing Championships.

  • East County
  • News
USRowing CEO Patrick McNerney announced Nathan Benderson Park as the host of the 2019 World Rowing Under-23 Championships next July.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 26, 2018
2019 World Rowing U23 Championships coming to Nathan Benderson Park

The announcement comes on the heels of USRowing's agreement with the park to host the next three Youth Championships.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jordyn Byrd.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 1, 2020
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Jordyn Byrd

The Cardinal Mooney sophomore talks the 2020 season and improving her serve.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Sarasota Orthopedic Associates |
  • October 29, 2018
Eat Smart to Manage Arthritis

Eat Smart to Manage Arthritis

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B.J. Ivey won eight division titles in 10 years with the Riverview High boys basketball program.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 28, 2020
New ODA boy basketball coach excited to get to work

B.J. Ivey was previously the head coach at Riverview High.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 9, 2015
Sarasota Christian sweeps ODA

The Sarasota Christian volleyball team beat ODA 3-0 Oct. 8.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Young advocates find collective voice. Watch the daily headlines for more!
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • February 21, 2013
Feb. 21: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Young advocates find collective voice; Rick Mills selected as superintendent of Manatee County Schools; Entrepreneur Jesse Biter invests in downtown; Unfiltered Nature: Virginia Hoffman

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Coastal Orthopedic's Dr. R. Stephen Otte said it is a huge honor to be the on-site physician at the World Golf Championships at The Concession.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 24, 2021
Unique house call for Lakewood Ranch/Bradenton orthopedist at PGA Tour event

Dr. Stephen Otte will serve as the on-call doctor at the World Golf Championships at The Concession in the Lakewood-Ranch/Bradenton area.

  • East County
  • News
Mote Marine Laboratory has begun bringing in the deceased dolphins and investigating the cause of the deaths. Photo courtesy Conor Goulding/Mote Marine Laboratory
  • By David Conway |
  • August 9, 2018
Mote recovers nine dead dolphins on county shores

Mote Marine Laboratory is working with partners to investigate the deceased dolphins, two of which were reported on Siesta Beach.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Leslie and Bob Williams
  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 16, 2019
Bird Key parties for St. Patrick's Day

Club member enjoyed an Irish dance performance and buffet dinner March 16.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Nate Jacobs, Samone A. Hicks, Joseph Holt, Amy Jo Connours, and Leon Pitts in Choral Artists of Sarasota’s production of “Too Hot to Handel.”
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • December 4, 2017
Choral Artists of Sarasota reimagine Handel

Choral Artists of Sarasota reprise joyful gospel interpretation of Handel’s ‘Messiah.’

  • Arts + Culture
Riverview, the last Sarasota-area football team standing, was bounced from the playoffs by Dr. Phillips, 21-0.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 18, 2016
Sarasota Football Final: 11.18.16

Riverview eliminated from playoffs by Dr. Phillips.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Hosts Katie and Jesse Biter
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • December 2, 2014
Sarasota Ballet Private Reception

Sarasota Ballet Private Reception

  • Black Tie
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