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Nolan Peterson
February 27, 2014

Siesta Key Chamber taps new executive director

Debra Lynn-Schmitz will step into the post formerly held by current Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Kevin Cooper.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
February 27, 2014

Dinner date

The Siesta Key Chapel's Men's Fellowship held its annual Valentine Dinner Feb. 13. T

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
February 27, 2014

Bowl for the gold

The Sarasota Lawn Bowling Club is hosting Canada and Scotland's national lawn bowling teams Sunday, Feb. 23, through Friday, Feb. 28.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
February 27, 2014

Hair raising

NUOVO Salon at The Landings held its annual Cut-A-Thon Sunday.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
February 27, 2014

Booker extends winning streak

The Booker High boys tennis team improved to 5-0 with a 5-2 victory over North Port Feb. 26.

Sarasota
News

Jen Blanco
February 27, 2014

i9 Sports registration underway

Registration for the i9 Sports- Manatee/Sarasota spring season is now underway and will continue through March 1.

East County
Sports

David Conway
February 27, 2014

Field of dreams

Michael Lynch, 64, is semi-retired - and spending his spare time as a member of the Sarasota Millionaires minor league football team.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

David Conway
February 27, 2014

Noise changes stir up feedback

Commissioners will soon hear a proposal to revise the city's noise ordinance. The changes are already drawing residents' ire.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
February 27, 2014

Social media boosts Sarasota tourism

Visit Sarasota County seeks to leverage the power of social media and online reputation management to promote the area's tourism industry at lower costs than traditional advertising campaigns.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
February 27, 2014

News Briefs

Sarasota organizations push for bayfront planning; New lights make debut at Ed Smith Stadium; County names assistant county administrator

Sarasota
News

David Conway
February 27, 2014

East Main Street businesses form own district

A group of businesses near the eastern end of Main Street have joined to form the East End District, with an eye toward joint promotion and improvements for the area.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
February 27, 2014

Our view

School tax: Devoid of choice

Sarasota
Opinion

Jen Blanco
February 27, 2014

State Runner-Up

The Sarasota Christian girls basketball team fell to Grandview Prep 45-32 in the FHSAA Class 2A state championship Feb. 20 at the Lakeland Center.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
February 27, 2014

High five moments of the week

The top five sports moments of the week.

Sarasota
Neighbors

David Conway
February 27, 2014

New running store to open at Five Points downtown

Fit2Run, a chain of running stores throughout Florida, plans to open a location this June at 1400 Main St.

Sarasota
News

David Conway
February 27, 2014

Neighborhood pushes for parkland purchase

Residents of Indian Beach/Sapphire Shores want the county to buy a property to turn it into a new neighborhood park.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
February 27, 2014

Occasions

To see your own wedding, engagement, anniversary and birth announcements in the Sarasota Observer, send your information to Jessica Luck at [email protected].

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Jen Blanco
February 27, 2014

Culture shock

The Sarasota Christian boys basketball team advanced to the state semifinals for the first time in school history Feb. 25 in Lakeland.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
February 27, 2014

Sidelines

ODA baseball notches pair of wins; Riverview opens district season with win; Lady Thunder swing past Lady Indians; Cougars top Manta Rays

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
February 27, 2014

Special Turnaround

The Sarasota High girls basketball team advanced to the Final Four for the first time since 2002.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
February 27, 2014

Siesta residents fear erosion of coastal setback rules

Siesta residents claim an exception to Sarasota County's Gulf Beach Setback Line rules could set an unwanted precedent.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
February 27, 2014

Letters to the Editor

The Observer's readers weigh in on local issues.

Sarasota
Opinion

Observer Staff
February 27, 2014

Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

Adam Hughes
February 27, 2014

Harbor Acres home sells for $3.65 million

A home in Harbor Acres tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

Sarasota
Real Estate

Harriet Sokmensuer
February 27, 2014

Blast from the past

Ashton Elementary School students brought history to life when they dressed up as historical figures and their personal heroes for the school's inaugural Morning at the Museum Thursday, Feb. 20.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
February 27, 2014

Your Neighbor: Bill Francisco

Bill Francisco has been practicing veterinary acupuncture since 2010.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
February 27, 2014

Weather: Sarasota

Bob Lessard submitted this photo of a sunrise over the Big Top at the Big Cat Habitat.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
February 26, 2014

Sarasota elementary schools to celebrate Dr. Seuss

'Embracing Dr. Seuss' Differences Day' will have more than 120 volunteers read aloud to 2,500 students from 153 classrooms throughout the county.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Alex Mahadevan
February 26, 2014

New lights make debut at Ed Smith Stadium

Sarasota County staff held the official test of the new $1.2 million retrofit lighting system at Ed Smith Stadium Monday.

Sarasota
News

Jen Blanco
February 26, 2014

Blazers season ends in Final Four

The Sarasota Christian boys basketball team fell to Orlando Christian Prep 58-44 in the Class 2A state semifinals Feb. 25, at the Lakeland Center.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
February 25, 2014

SCAT plans for new shelters at Siesta Beach

The project, which will face the County Commission March 5, will not conflict with the ongoing Siesta Beach Renovations.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
February 25, 2014

Volunteers needed for Great American Cleanup

Volunteers can choose to cleanup one of 27 parks, beaches and natural areas across Sarasota County including Ken Thompson Park and Venice Beach.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
February 25, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: St. Thomas More Spring Fling fashion show

The St. Thomas More Women's Club held its annual Spring Fling fashion show and luncheon Tuesday, Feb. 25 at Michael's On East. More than 300 women attended the event, which included fashions provided by Dillard's. Afterwards, raffle prizes and baskets were given away.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Nick Friedman
February 25, 2014

The Good News: Jamie Uihlein

Four years ago, following a successful cancer treatment, Jamie Uihlein and his family created the Polo Under the Palms fundraiser to give back. This year's event will feature a local charity for the first time.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Nolan Peterson
February 24, 2014

Man charged with strip club death

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has a Bradenton man in custody for a deadly altercation outside of the Cheetah Club Sunday.

Sarasota
News

Harriet Sokmensuer
February 24, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: SCORE 2014 Award Luncheon

The Manatee Chapter of SCORE held its annual award luncheon Monday, Feb. 24 at Michael's On East. The national program honored chapter volunteers, members and mentors for their dedication and service to helping small businesses in Sarasota and Manatee County. Chris and Jennifer Mannering of Bounce Down Under, were awarded 2014 Clients of the Year.

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