News

By Lauren Tronstad
February 1, 2023

Tipton recounts his picture-perfect first day

A dream of coastal living has become reality for Longboat Key's new town manager.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff
January 31, 2023

Red tide status in Sarasota, Manatee counties

Reports of red tide began Oct. 19, 2022.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield
January 31, 2023

FDOT resets schedule for roundabout work, lane closures

Work on U.S. 41 and on Gulfstream Avenue exiting the barrier islands will require overnight and daytime lane closures Sunday through Thursday.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield
January 31, 2023

Engineering, preservation expertise sought for Van Wezel repurposing

City commissioners held an initial discussion about qualifications for a committee to study the renovation and repurposing of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

Sarasota
News

By Lauren Tronstad
January 31, 2023

Short-term rental program could start this fall on Longboat

If passed, the program to register properties rented for under six months would kick-off Oct. 1.

Longboat Key
News

By Lauren Tronstad
January 31, 2023

Volunteers recognized as integral part of Longboat government

Members of the town's advisory boards were formally recognized for the first time in more than a decade.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield
January 30, 2023

SPD investigates two Friday night hit-and-run fatalities

Two pedestrians were struck and killed within 20 minutes on Fruitville Road. SPD investigators do not suspect the two incidents are related.

Sarasota
News

By Jay Heater
January 30, 2023

Growing Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance names new board chair

Erik Hanson says that the growth of the LWRBA and affordable housing are two priorities for the board in 2023.

East County
Business

By Andrew Warfield
January 30, 2023

St. Armands Circle Association leader seeks seat on BID

The merchants' organization at St. Armands Circle could be on the hunt for its third executive director in two years if Rachel Burns is appointed to the Business Improvement District.