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  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 1, 2021
Sarasota weather page photo: April 1

Bruce Silverman captured this butterfly out in the garden in Spanish Point.

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  • Neighbors
Tom Hardy in "Mad Max: Fury Road."
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 23, 2020
Cringe Blog: I live, I die, I live again

"The Wailing" and "Mad Max: Fury Road" are this week's selections.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Although portions of the parking lot and beach access at Ted Sperling Park were still underwater Thursday afternoon, the city said all major streets were reopen following Tropical Storm Eta.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 12, 2020
City, county assess Tropical Storm Eta’s effects

Although the region avoided the worst of the storm, officials responded to reports of flooding and debris Wednesday and Thursday.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 27, 2018
Best of Cops Corner: 2018

The best reports from a year of Cops Corner in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Researchers in 2019 estimated the annual cost of untreated mental illness for residents under the age of 24 at $86 million annually.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • July 19, 2021
Sarasota County tax increase to support mental health district likely

Commissioners set a not-to-exceed millage rate of 3.5561, an increase of 0.0961 mills. A one-tenth mill increase will support the district.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By George Rauch |
  • March 3, 2010
Market Watch: The Depression is not waning

There have been good times to write about over the last several decades, however, the outlook is not good now even though the Fed, Wall Street and our politicians continue to encourage us to 'see the bright side.' There is nothing 'bright' about these economic dislocations.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 12, 2009
Napier's dog needs good home

This 2-year-old, tri-colored neutered male Treeing Walker Coonhound needs a good home.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Janice Menker and Janice Reiser
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 12, 2022
Republican Club of Longboat Key gets started on the new year

The club heard from local leadership and the political and Gulf level.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Among the specific changes proposed for firehouses are separate, vented storage locations for firefighters' protective gear. Coats, boots and helmets should be kept away from living quarters.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 28, 2018
Ballot initiatives focus on firehouse upgrades, new charter

Voters will cast ballots for more than just Town Commission.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Tara Elementary School third-grade teacher Katelyn Fulghum got to snuggle with her 5-year-old daughter Ella, a kindergartner, during the show.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 9, 2018
Tara Elementary celebrates veterans, first responders

Fourth-graders give patriotic performance in honor of Veterans Day.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • A time to celebrate |
  • June 25, 2020
Tully & Bonnie

The Fourth of July pet costume parade is cancelled but Tully the Irish setter, owned by Eileen Kamerick and Vic Heckler, and Bonnie the Westie, owned by Barbara Kuzmich, all of Bay Isles, are celebrating anyway.

  • Longboat Key
  • Celebrations
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • November 11, 2018
The Sunshine Kids supporters put on their best western wear

Rhinestones and Ranchers was hosted Nov. 10 at the Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club.

  • Black Tie
The Gator Club is rallying support in an effort to convince city officials to allow outdoor seating to spill into the seat on weekends. File photo
  • By David Conway |
  • July 1, 2021
Downtown Sarasota street closure plans remain in flux

The Gator Club is leading a push to reinstate expanded outdoor seating on Lemon Avenue, while downtown leaders consider options for weekend pedestrian-only events.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jean and Andy Fox live in Lakewood Ranch and each runs their own small business.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • May 6, 2016
Small Business Chamber seeks new platforms

The networking group aims to connect local small business owners.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 25, 2021
East County weather page photo: February 25

Karen Cesarski captured these palms at dusk in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • December 18, 2018
Flooring company serves up turkeys for first responders

Manasota offers 500 free main courses for police and fire-rescue personnel at its three locations.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Harbourside Ballroom isn't as bustling as it normally is, but a few events are taking place, with the demanded safety precautions of the era.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 19, 2020
Season forecast optimistic despite uncertainty on Longboat Key

On Longboat Key, those in the know anticipate a slightly different season, but a good one nonetheless.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • July 21, 2022
Cherokee Park home sells for $3.6 million

A Cherokee Park home tops this week's sales at $3.6 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Randy Langley has qualified to challenge Jim Brown for one of the town's at-large Commission seats.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • November 19, 2018
Randy Langley to challenge Jim Brown

Randy Langley to challenge Jim Brown

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 27, 2012
Commissioners to meet board candidates

The commission will meet applicants before deciding who will fill seats n four boards.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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