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Mike, a female loggerhead sea turtle, makes her way back to the sea off Anna Maria Island. Photo courtesy of Mote.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 10, 2017
Mote releases turtle off Anna Maria Island

Mike, a female loggerhead sea turtle, was found off of Longboat Key in January.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • July 28, 2015
In Bloom: Director of Botany for Selby Gardens

Director of Botany Bruce Holst recalls his 20 years with Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Resilient Retreat founder Sherri Mills, emcee Barry Ayers a.k.a. Ms. Fruitville, and Board Vice Chair Sherri Mills  embraced the "Wizard of  Oz" theme at the opening.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 10, 2020
Resilient Retreat nonprofit hosts groundbreaking

The abuse nonprofit announced the groundbreaking on Oct. 30.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Donna and Robert Masters enjoy their hobby of raising butterflies while being able to help the environment.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 15, 2020
Grace takes flight in Bradenton due to 'Butterfly Lady'

Bradenton's "Butterfly Lady" brings beauty to the Sabal Harbour neighborhood.

  • East County
  • News
If a site plan is approved, the new lease for the Lido Beach pool and pavilion would begin in May 2018.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 1, 2017
City sticks with Lido pavilion lease deal

City Commissioner Willie Shaw reversed his position on leasing the Lido Beach pool and pavilion to a private operator, but the majority of the board remained in favor.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A “smart ball” — which uses a sensor to identify locations where corrosion may be affecting the pipe, which are then confirmed using ultrasonic testing — was recently used to test the pipe.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 16, 2016
Report: Longboat wastewater pipe has longer lifespan

The island’s sole sewage forcemain to Manatee County has at least 20 more years of use, according to a study.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Joseph Caulkins
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 27, 2016
Off Key Chorale's Healing Voices

Off Key Chorale uses the power of music to give Parkinson's patients a voice.

  • Arts + Culture
Josh Smithers is entering his fifth season as Riverview's head Coach.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 12, 2021
Sarasota high school football preview: Riverview High

Whoever wins the quarterback battle will benefit from several offensive weapons.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • October 14, 2019
Master Gardeners show off green thumb

The UF/IFAS Extension of Sarasota County hosted its annual Master Gardener Plant Sale on Oct. 12.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Players Centre is moving from its historical home earlier than expected due to the pandemic.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • July 13, 2020
The Players Centre set to move early to temporary location

The early move to a temporary location comes in the wake of financial concerns amid the pandemic.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • September 2, 2010
Talented residents begin warming up for auditions

Auditions for the second Sarasota's Got Talent show are Sept. 11.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • January 28, 2019
We Care Manatee hosts feathery evening

Black Tie Bash is back, Embracing Our Differences honors late co-founder, Forks & Corks has been rescheduled and more news on the scene this week.

  • Black Tie
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 30, 2017
Opera employees celebrate 20 years

Five longtime Sarasota Opera employees celebrate two decades with the arts organization.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 1, 2009
Cops Corner

A man called police from out of town to report his wife had lost a 2-carat diamond and white-gold ring valued at $16,500 at a Longboat Key condominium. He said his wife thinks the ring may have slipped off her finger.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
As Sarasota County explores options for relocating the downtown SCAT transfer station, downtown stakeholders are advocating for a mixed-use facility on the site with parking and retail space.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 11, 2021
Downtown group explores future parking options

From Main Street parallel parking to a garage at the SCAT transfer station site, merchants and property owners are discussing long-term strategies for reshaping the city’s commercial center.

  • Sarasota
  • News
With a funding deal in place, The Bay Sarasota will now move to gain city approval for the proposed first phase of the park project, a 10-acre site north of Boulevard of the Arts. Image courtesy The Bay Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 4, 2020
City, county finalize The Bay tax deal

Local governments are working together to funnel an estimated $189 million in property tax revenue toward a bayfront park and performance venue.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 15, 2010
Life-changing decisions

Living on Sarasota's streets for two years, 54-year-old Joel Murrill had little hope of breaking free. But helping others finally paid off for the former airline mechanic.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Enjoy this week'  s edition of Cops Coner.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 18, 2017
Cops Corner: Sarasota 5.18.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Daniel Perales |
  • October 29, 2017
Sarasota Opera hosts Curtain Raiser Dinner

Sarasota Opera kicked off the season with the annual dinner on Oct. 29 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
The city has seen a decrease in the number of rounds played at Bobby Jones and is discussing how to reverse the trend.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 15, 2016
City continues discussion on Bobby Jones improvements

After a citizen committee recommended investing $14.5 million to improve Bobby Jones Golf Club, the City Commission will consider hiring a consultant to draft a master plan for the municipal course.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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