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Shani Walker reacts to the news that she won best shoes, judged by designer Adrienne Vittadini.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • November 30, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 12.01.16

From adorable escorts to fashion double-takes, here's the latest on the social scene...

  • Black Tie
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 2, 2009
Griffin named finalist in two national book contests

Longboat Key resident and mystery author H. Terrell Griffin has been named a finalist in two national book contest for his latest book, 'Blood Island.'

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • September 28, 2018
Roskamp Institute hosts second annual sold-out Grey Matters symposium

The research institution shared it's latest findings with supporters on Sept. 28 at Michael’s on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

  • Black Tie
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • March 29, 2022
This Week in A+E: March 31 to April 6

Festivals dot the landscape, including Chalk, Film and La Musica, in an action-packed week of Sarasota arts and entertainment.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Pastor Norman Pritchard preaches to over 400 people on Sunday.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 28, 2023
Over 400 attend Kirkin' o' the Tartans at Christ Church

Christ Church held its annual Kirkin o' the Tartans service on Sunday, Feb. 26.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 27, 2022
Women's Golf Association ends season on Longboat Key

The golf group played together for the last time on April 26.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch Little League will advance to the Section IV Tournament July 22 in Haines City.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 15, 2011
Lakewood Ranch wins District 26 11/12 crown

Behind the arm of 12-year-old Steven Varone, Lakewood Ranch Little League shut out Braden River Little League 9-0 to capture the District 26 11- and 12-year-old division title July 13 at G.T. Bray.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 27, 2012
Sports Briefs

Lady Rams breeze past Brooks-Debartolo; Riverview boys cruise past Bayshore; Cardinal Mooney girls blank Sarasota Christian; Lady Sailors remain unbeaten

  • East County
  • Sports
Courtesy image.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • February 22, 2013
Sarasota County Commission to discuss watershed plans

Commissioners will consider adopting four watershed-management plans Feb. 26, which would provide guidance for water quality management.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The City Auditor and Clerk's office is currently accepting limited development applications by mail.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 30, 2020
City freezes development permit, application timelines

The city of Sarasota is extending permit expiration dates and deadlines for reviewing pending applications. The city is also closing the Van Wezel through April 26.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarah Glendening, Christina Russi, Executive Director and CEO Kameron Hodgens, Charlene Altenhain and Andrea Lane
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • March 26, 2019
Glasser/Schoenbaum's Spring Luncheon celebrates place making

The Collaboration Celebration was held March 26 at The Westin Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Lakewood Ranch senior Ande McDonald will lead the Mustangs in their season opener against Riverview Aug. 26.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 24, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out this week's top East County sporting events.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Katie Johns |
  • July 26, 2017
Republican Club mingles with town officials

Town officials and residents gathered July 26 at Portofino Ristorante & Bar.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 15, 2015
OBITUARY | Ronald Taub

Ronald Taub died June 26.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch senior Elise Spiller was named the MVP of the Sarasota-Manatee Girls Basketball All-Star Game March 26.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 30, 2016
East County High 5 Moments: 03.31.16

East County High 5 Moments: 03.31.16

  • East County
  • Sports
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 26, 2014
Weekend's best bets: Friday, Sept. 26

Weekend's best bets: Friday, Sept. 26

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Micah Fenn is one of four Riverview seniors who will play in the Sarasota-Manatee Boys All-Star Game March 26.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 24, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

All-star game gives area seniors one final time to shine.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Chance has grown up with mom, Pam Rosaire-Zoppe, and her family.
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • November 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Chance the Chimpanzee visits Selby

Big Cat Habitat's chimpanzee Chance visited the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Friday Nov. 29. Chance and his caretaker, Pam Rosaire-Zoppe, educated Selby visitors on chimpanzees and the local nonprofit. The visit is a part of the garden's Thanksgiving Break Family Extravaganza, which runs until Sunday, Dec. 1.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Chance is four years old and lives at home with Pam Rosaire-Zoppe
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • November 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Chance visits Selby Gardens

Big Cat Habitat's Chance the chimpanzee visited the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Friday Nov. 29. Chance and his caretaker, Pam Rosaire-Zoppe, educated Selby visitors on chimpanzees and the local non-profit. The visit is a part of the Garden's Thanksgiving Break Family Extravaganza, which runs until Sunday, Dec. 1.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 29, 2014
Crunch the numbers: R. Luke Dubois turns data into art

Crunch the numbers: R. Luke Dubois turns data into art

  • Arts + Culture
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