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  • By Pam Nadon |
  • November 29, 2016
Film review: 'Christine'

The tragic story of a Sarasota news reporter's on-air suicide — and the motives behind it — comes to life in this sympathetic portrayal.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 18, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, July 19

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment calendar events taking place this week in Bradenton, Sarasota and Venice, Florida.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Courtesy photo
  • By Robin Hartill and Kristen Herhold |
  • December 2, 2014
Business Briefs

Pettingell tradition sweetens Thanksgiving for his customers; Chamber sponsors two families through Adopt-A-Family; Realtors accept Lawn Party raffle challenge

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 25, 2015
Bereavement camp will offer comfort zone for children

Melissa Wandall is known for her advocacy, but her latest project will help kids deal with grief.

  • East County
  • News
Arlene Casey, Claire Marsh and Adie Abelson enjoyed the Fall Fashion Show.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 23, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Tara Fall Fashion Show

More than 100 Tara Golf & Country Club residents and their guests enjoyed an afternoon of fashion and fun during the club's annual Fall Fashion Show Nov. 18. Guests enjoyed a gourmet luncheon before seeing the latest trends during the Fanta-Sea Runway Show, featuring fashions by A' Tu International of Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Keely Carney |
  • February 9, 2012
TWIS Interview: Elijah Wood

TWIS Interview: Elijah Wood

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 22, 2017
Top Story - February: Siesta Key Beach ranked No. 1 again

Catch up on the top news items of 2017 with the Observer's Digital Year in Review.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Rod Thomson |
  • March 23, 2011
TALLAHASSEE: Political pension punt

If leadership is best conducted by example, a key Florida Senate committee on pensions is conducting downright pathetic leadership and having real trouble being serious about the state's long-term financial woes.

  • East County
  • Opinion
City Commissioner Susan Chapman sees Friday'       s order as vindication of her decision to fight the Sunshine case.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 9, 2017
Chapman prevails in Sunshine suit

After exhausting its line of appeals, Citizens for Sunshine still claims there are unanswered questions about what constitutes a Sunshine Law violation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eduardo Anaya |
  • May 31, 2012
PREEN & CHIC: Q&A with OLIVIA BONO

PREEN & CHIC: Q&A with OLIVIA BONO

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 27, 2010
Concede Nothing

Retired executive Bruce Cassidy hopes he doesn't shank his multimillion-dollar bet on The Concession golf course. Cassidy remains positive in this economy.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota sports roundup: 01.19.17
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 19, 2017
Sarasota sports roundup: 01.19.17

Sarasota sports roundup: 01.19.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By John Ewing |
  • March 5, 2012
Inside the Creative Mind Soiree

Inside the Creative Mind Soiree

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
McCurdy's Comedy Theatre opened its doors 24 years ago.
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • April 18, 2012
Scene & Heard

McCurdy preps for 'Today' show close-up; YouthArts Fest puts creativity on display; Jazz Juvies blends hot rhythms with Fuzión

  • Arts + Culture
Michael Wyshock
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • March 11, 2015
Scene & Heard

Catch up on the latest arts news in this week's Scene & Heard column.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 2, 2011
Business Observer

Rusty Chinnis Contractor unveils redesigned website; Kohlenberger opens health-coach practice; Beach Fitness Center will be open 24 hours a day

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • July 6, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Melody's Centre for Authentic Beauty (WITH VIDEO)

After 28 years, Melody Murray has changed the name of her spa boutique to Melody's Centre for Authentic Beauty and relocated to South Osprey Avenue.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch’s Jay Scheck hangs out in his man cave with his collection of Japanese slot machines.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • April 12, 2017
Lakewood Ranch collector hits jackpot

Inoperable Japanese slot machines provide new challenge.

  • East County
  • News
Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. accepts a painting from Ringling College of Art and Design senior Cameron Kramer during a visit to Sarasota Monday.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • February 1, 2015
VIDEO: Huntsman criticizes money in politics before lecture

Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman is the latest Republican heavyweight to speak in Sarasota thanks to the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture Series.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Her abstract heartbeat paintings carry special meaning to the families who order it.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 17, 2019
Bradenton artist delivers in a heartbeat

Bradenton artist Kori Clark is in the flow with her abstract and heartbeat art.

  • East County
  • News
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