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  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • March 2, 2020
Couple hosts disco night to raise money for Australia Red Cross

A portion of the $500 raised from the event will be donated to Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery fund.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 21, 2016
The five-year relief plan

FDOT is expected to start in June improving U.S. 41 and Gulfstream and Fruitville. The good news: It will take half the normal time. Bad news: It’ll take five years.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
“Mystic Searches” began as Joe Granato’s (left) childhood fantasy. With Austin McKinley (right) and a team of others, he turned the video game into a reality, capturing the 8-bit feel of the 1980s games he grew up playing.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 1, 2017
Sarasota artists bring childhood video-game dreams to life — in all their 8-bit glory

The video game was a childhood fantasy. Steeped in digital constraints, Joe Granato’s quest made it reality.

  • Arts + Culture
Dr. Chippy Ajithan says a focus on mental health and well-being can positively affect the body.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 17, 2021
Depression linked to heart disease

An SMH heart specialist says mental well-being is important to keeping your heart and body healthy.

  • Health
Billy McFarland in "Fyre: The Greatest Party that Never Happened." Photo source: Netflix.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 11, 2019
Binge Blog: Dreams deferred

This week brings two documentaries, "Shirkers" and "Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened" about dreams, of both the failed and stolen variety.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 29, 2018
Boozed but not Confused: The ultimate Whiskey Obsession Festival guide

We’ve got the tips and tricks you need to make the most of your Whiskey Obsession Festival experience.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 6, 2011
Cops Corner

7:52 p.m. - 6300 block of Rosefinch Court. Robbery by sudden snatching. The victim was robbed of $1,000 cash by sudden snatching. The victim received a telephone call from the suspect, who is a co-worker. The suspect told the victim he had two 54-inch TVs that he would sell to him for $500 each. The victim met the suspect, who asked to see the money. The victim pulled out the money to show him. The suspect snatched the money from the victim's hands and took off running. The victim got into his vehicle and chased after the suspect vehicle. The victim chased the suspect into Harbour Pointe Apartments before losing sight of the suspect.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Windsor Reflections' Eldergrow garden has flowers, herbs and other plants its residents tend to daily. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 6, 2019
Local memory garden earns award

Windsor Reflections presented 'Happiest and Healthiest Garden Award.'

  • East County
  • News
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • April 25, 2013
Development could cost the city

Draft traffic study: Proposed Benderson retail development would trigger $17.6 million in roadway improvements.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 29, 2010
TOP STORY, JULY: It's a Go!

Commission approves Key Club plan 6-1

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 4, 2019
Longboat Key Freedom Fest starts off the Fourth of July with a bang

The "world's shortest parade" brought folks together for freedom and fun

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jen Shyu
  • By June LeBell |
  • October 19, 2015
Music review: Ringling International Arts Festival

Ringling International Arts Festival's Asian-themed performances weave Eastern and Western cultures

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 21, 2014
Weekend's best bets: Friday, March 21

Weekend's best bets: Friday, March 21

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Colony settlement talks continue - learn more in today's headlines!
  • By Amanda Heisey |
  • April 25, 2013
April 25: Daily Headlines Video

Top Stories: Colony settlement talks continue; Woman's Exchange plans its expansion; Lakewood Ranch Main Street repainting

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Art Uptown Gallery artist Elisabeth Trostli displays digital paintings of powerful women of varying races and ethnicities in 2018.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 4, 2018
Art Uptown Gallery exhibit shows work with the power to empower women

In "Femmes Fatales," digital artist Elisabeth Trostli aims to show how female artistic subjects can be sensual and strong at the same time.

  • Arts + Culture
Zack Summerall posted a personal best time of 15 minutes, 32.9 seconds to finish second at the North Port XC Invitational Sept. 21.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 26, 2013
FAST FEET: Zack Summerall

Sarasota High junior Zack Summerall has developed into the Sailors' No. 1 cross-country runner over the past two years.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Co-chairwomen Emily Walsh, Audrey Robbins and Kate Honea
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • January 5, 2020
Sarasota Ballet honors Margaret Barbieri at 29th Season Gala

The Sarasota Ballet's annual gala was held Jan. 5 at the Sarasota Opera House.

  • Black Tie
Violinist James Ehnes was the soloist for Sarasota Orchestra’s “Summer to Winter” Masterworks 3 concert Jan. 4-6. Courtesy photo
  • By Edward Alley |
  • January 7, 2019
Sarasota Orchestra pulls at audiences' heartstrings in Masterworks 3 concert

"Summer to Winter" kicked off 2019 with an unforgettable performance of Shostakovich's Violin Concerto No. 1.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • February 16, 2021
Longboat Key firefighters honored at annual awards ceremony

Fire Rescue liaison and public information officer Tina Adams won the department’s employee of the year award.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Keidrich Sellati, Matthew Rhys, Keri Russell and Holly Taylor in "The Americans." Photo source: Prime Video.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 27, 2020
Binge Blog: Our family comes first

"The Americans" and "The Leftovers" are this week's selections.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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