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Jamison Urch hits down the sides of the window as instructed. (Photo by Lauren Tronstad)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 27, 2022
Longboat Key Fire Department participates in special hurricane window training

The tempered glass used in hurricane windows requires more effort to break than traditional windows.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Robin Meyer, pictured in May 2012, shortly after he assumed the role of PZB director.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 24, 2013
Longboat Key P&Z director resigns

Robin Meyer's departure comes less than a year-and-a-half after he was hired to lead the department.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota graffiti artist leaves his calling card
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 30, 2022
Sarasota graffiti artist leaves his calling card

A graffiti artist who sprayed his craft along Legacy Trail leaves his social media handle, which leads to a positive ID. This and other Sarasota police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 29, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, June 30

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
City Manager Marlon Brown spoke to Observer Media Group's Newsies on Thursday on the Observer's newsroom.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 17, 2022
Sarasota city manager drops in on the Newsies

Marlon Brown shares an insider's view of how local government operates.

  • Sarasota
  • News
East County resident Amity Hoffman became enthralled with theater when she was 13 and discovered Loveland Center, a troupe of special needs actors, while working at the Venice Theater more than a decade ago. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 24, 2020
Bradenton woman creates documentary on impressive acts

Bradenton woman creates documentary on impressive acts

  • East County
  • News
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 11, 2015
What's happening: Week of Feb. 12, 2015

Police recover body of Ringling Bridge jumper; County weeds out wildflower program

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jared Gracia-David performs wire walking with the Sailor Circus. Photo by Cliff Roles
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • September 30, 2019
Pine View, Sailor Circus graduate competes in global competition

Jared Gracia-David drew on his wire walking experience to create a video for the Breakthrough Junior Challenge.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • May 4, 2022
SMH board goes overboard?

SMH CEO David Verinder has shown no signs of wanting to leave, but the hospital board is making sure he won’t by going outside the industry norm.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 12, 2020
Celebrating 20 years of community in Waterlefe

Celebrating 20 years of community in Waterlefe

  • East County
  • News
George Glance, president of KB Home’s Central Florida operations, met with Association-selected contractors Sept. 20, in the Willowbrook community.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 26, 2012
Contractor selected for Willowbrook repairs

The Willowbrook Condominium Association has informed its residents of pending temporary balcony repairs.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • August 21, 2020
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Alarming weather

Police reports from around the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Gator Grading and Paving will repair and repave Legacy Boulevard from University north to The Masters Avenue. The project likely will take at least 30 days.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 3, 2018
Country Club at Lakewood Ranch roadwork begins

Contractor asks motorists to 'be patient.'

  • East County
  • News
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • October 4, 2022
Country Club East home tops sales at $2.28 million

A Country Club East home tops the week's sales at $2.28 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Rosemary Square is slated to open in January.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 30, 2016
Innovation Station sets sights on Rosemary District

University of Florida’s engineering extension in Sarasota County is in negotiations to open in the coming Rosemary Square development.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 12, 2022
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Keep the glass, call the husband

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Macarena Giménez and Maximiliano Iglesias in Ricardo Graziano's "The Pilgrimage."  (Photo courtesy of Frank Atura)
  • By Sara Rachon |
  • October 24, 2022
Sarasota Ballet moves boldly into the future with 'Premieres'

The Sarasota Ballet kicked off its new season with a program that consisted of three world premieres.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Judith Keeler first got involved with Venice Area Beautification Inc. after moving to the area in 2008. Now, as its president, she enjoys connecting with fellow volunteers.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 30, 2014
The Good News: Judith Keeler

Through its strong volunteer base and community support, Venice Area Beautification Inc. strives to make Venice a more beautiful place to live, work and play.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Demolition was just the first step in redevelopment at the Colony Resort. COURTESY PHOTO
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • August 26, 2016
Colony Beach and Tennis Club developers make unit owners 'really good' settlement offer

Offer comes to $130,000 per unit plus a $200,000 bonus for oceanfront units and $100,000 for mid-rise units

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • May 14, 2014
Manatee County delays initiating health care study

County commissioners will gather community input before investing $196,000 for a health care study.

  • East County
  • News
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