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Although some residents near the event site complained about the noise associated with live music, at least one city official defended a schedule that called for festivities to continue until 11 p.m.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 17, 2021
Officials reflect on first installment of Fresh Fridays

Although some organizers were enthusiastic about the November launch of a downtown event series, others thought the results were inconclusive.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood and Bret Hauff | Observer Staff |
  • January 25, 2018
Fewer condos, less density proposed for Colony site

Whittall's newest plan falls within boundaries of existing rules.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Deputy Chief Sandi Drake, firefighter/paramedics Kristen Rouse, Denny Bickel and Bryan Kolesa, Lt. Kerri Brooks and firefighter/paramedic Jose Rivera. Courtesy photo
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 20, 2013
Insanity of a workout fits Longboat Key firefighters

Firefighter/paramedics have been shaping up in the past month with help from a set of workout DVDs.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Dan DiNatale was studying at Savannah College of Art and Design. Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 21, 2018
Danny's Dream: How one Longboat couple is remembering their son

The first ever Danny's Dream event will be held on Saturday, March 24 in celebration and remembrance of Dan DiNatale and to raise money for Ewing Sarcoma research.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 17, 2019
Office, parking lot plan moves ahead on Longboat

Planning & Zoning Board approve 98-parking spots, 300-square foot office on GMD for employees, patrons.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 13, 2021
Sarasota weather page photo: May 13

Michael Cohen captured this little blue heron near the nest at Red Bug Slough in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • July 26, 2021
Sarasota teacher finishes as runner-up for Florida Teacher of the Year

Fruitville Elementary School teacher Kari Johnson, the Sarasota Schools Teacher of the Year, was one of five finalists for the statewide honor.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
This pictures shows the Myara property from the western end of Clubhouse Drive. The road currently dead ends at the property. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 28, 2018
Bradenton taxing district showdown nears

Residents clash about formation of special taxing district to form a preserve.

  • East County
  • News
Jim Eakle drove his son to various states to secure the badges.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • May 20, 2021
Sarasota Eagle Scout collects every possible merit badge

16-year-old Out of Door Academy student commits to earning all 137. And does it.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • January 27, 2016
Your Calendar: Longboat Key

Check out upcomign events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Fred Bloom and Larry Lerner dressed to kill and hustling chances at the Beth Sholom Sisterhood luncheon. Photo by Amanda Morales
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • February 17, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 02.18.16

Black Tie & Tales

  • Black Tie
 Built in 1995, Unit 14B has three bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths and 3,139 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • May 25, 2022
Regent Place condo sells for $4 million

A Regent Place condo tops the week's sales at $4 million

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Florida native plants are thriving in the area in front of Lido Regency condominium. Photo by Kristen Herhold
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • January 27, 2015
Lido Regency goes native with Florida landscape

From palm trees to bushes and grass, Benjamin Franklin Drive on Lido Key is filled with vegetation.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Erika Cain will be teaching yoga once a month in front of the lions and tigers at Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary in Sarasota.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 24, 2019
Wild workout at Big Cat Habitat in Sarasota

Wild yoga workout at Big Cat Habitat in Sarasota

  • East County
  • News
Rosemary Parmesan Shortbread uses just flour, sugar, rosemary leaves, salt, parmesan and butter. Pecans can be used for garnish.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • May 21, 2012
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Karel Beck

Karel Beck's Rosemary Parmesan Shortbread is a recipe she learned from Food Network's show "5 Ingredient Fix."

  • Longboat Key
  • News
This River Club South home at 7618 Partridge St. Circle sold for $1.3 million. It has five bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, a pool and 3,600 square feet of living area. (Photo by Liz Ramos)
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • August 3, 2022
Country Club home tops sales at $2.55 million

A Country Club home on Tailfeather Way topped this week's sales at $2.55 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
River Club's Greg McGrew was known for being fair, respectful and a wonderful leader. File photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 7, 2021
Lakewood Ranch educator's death a huge community loss

Greg McGrew, an administrator, teacher and coach, dies from cancer at 58.

  • East County
  • News
Alex and Marcus Lewis, the stars of "Tell Me Who I Am." Photo source: Netflix.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 15, 2019
Binge Blog: How could this have happened?

"Tell Me Who I Am" and "The Naked Gun" are this week's picks.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Commissioners hope to address the three main complaints of short-term rentals: noise, garbage and parking.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 1, 2021
Commissioners hope to tweak short term rental rules

Commissioners aim to update its 2011 ordinance to better fit the current short term rental climate.

  • Sarasota
  • News
During the Myakka River Christmas Bird Count, staff and visitors covered 152 miles in 78 hours, with a resulting record of 125 bird species. (Miri Hardy)
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • January 7, 2022
Myakka counts record bird species

Christmas bird count delivers encouraging news.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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