- November 2, 2024
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Daily Headlines
+Low voter turnout a trend in city elections
Two former city commissioners point to different factors for low voter turnout in Sarasota. One says a date change would bring more voters to the polls.
+Camera increase ramps up enforcement citywide
U.S. 41 and University Parkway's cameras take the crown for the most red-light violations.
+Manatee Schools honor educators, support staff
The Manatee County School District hosted its annual EdVantage Education Awards event March 6.
+Villa Am Meer presentation takes place tonight
Joy Baker will discuss her research on the Villa Am Meer property at tonight's Longboat Key Historical Society meeting.
+View from the Top: Sandy Loevner
In her 15th year as board president, Sandy Loevner is helping one of the country's largest non-profit charity events continue to soar.
+2013 It's Read Everywhere
Traveling somewhere? Don't forget to pack your Observer newspaper! Bring along the Sarasota Observer, Longboat Observer, East County Observer or Pelican Press; snap a photo of you with your newspaper on your vacation; submit to win!
+Find the Balloon Sweepstakes!
Search the pages of this week’s Observer to find the red hot air balloon, then enter online for a chance to win big prizes from the upcomingFlorida Wine & Balloon Festival! Enter the Page Number you find the red Observer hot air balloon, and you'll be entered to win a weekly prize giveaway.