News

Carter Weinhofer
November 28, 2023

Debbie Murphy resigns from Longboat Town Commission

Debbie Murphy, who began her commission term in March, said new state requirements were too "intrusive."

Longboat Key
News

Petra Rivera
November 28, 2023

Lazy Lobster of Longboat Key gets a makeover

The restaurant recently finished renovations providing a coastal, modern atmosphere for customers to enjoy a nice dinner out.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Carter Weinhofer
November 28, 2023

Conceptual planning nears for Longboat rec center replacement

Money is set aside to begin preliminary planning for the Bayfront Park Recreation Center, but the question remains as to whether the idea will stick.

Longboat Key
News

Lesley Dwyer
November 28, 2023

More luxury garage condos gear up for Lakewood Ranch

Luxe Flex Garage is a more budget-friendly version of the original Luxe Dream Garage, which held its groundbreaking in August 2022.

East County
News

Ian Swaby
November 28, 2023

Pacific Counter aims to simplify the sushi process

The restaurant, which places a fast-casual spin on sushi, recently opened in The Landings.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Liz Ramos
November 27, 2023

Dakin Dairy to sell farm in Myakka City

After 22 years, Jerry Dakin is selling his 350-acre farm.

East County
News

Andrew Warfield
November 27, 2023

New Mote aquarium secures $20 million from Sarasota County

The $132 million Mote Science Education Aquarium project near University Town Center expects to open to the public at the beginning of 2025.

Sarasota
News

Andrew Warfield
November 27, 2023

Updated master plan approved for The Bay park

Changes proposed by the Bay Park Conservancy include plans for three restaurants, more boat ramps and a food village.

Sarasota
News

Liz Ramos
November 24, 2023

Manatee schools must react to loss of federal emergency funds

After 100 days in new post, Superintendent Jason Wysong must evaluate positions funded by COVID grants.

East County
Schools

Observer Staff
November 24, 2023

Grants awarded to minority-owned businesses in Sarasota-Manatee

The Opportunities For All initiative named 20 local companies recipients of its 2023 Business Assistance Funds Program.

Sarasota
News

Andrew Warfield
November 23, 2023

Two affordable apartment buildings headed for Tamiami Trail

Sarasota's Development Review Committee is working with developers planning 132 affordable housing units.

Sarasota
News

Andrew Warfield
November 23, 2023

New 17,000-square-foot Bobby Jones clubhouse closer to approval

If approved by the Sarasota City Commission, the building will boast an Old Florida-style architecture that evokes the original Gillespie Clubhouse.

Sarasota
News

Andrew Warfield
November 22, 2023

Resident golfers discount quadrupled for Bobby Jones Golf Club

Sarasota officials pressed the Bobby Jones course management company to increase the greens fees discount for city residents from 10% to 40%.

Sarasota
News

Andrew Warfield
November 22, 2023

Affordable housing plans unveiled for commercial areas in Sarasota

Density and height bonuses in new mixed-use zoning districts are designed to incentivize affordable housing development.

Sarasota
News

Carter Weinhofer
November 22, 2023

5 Longboat crosswalk improvement projects ahead of schedule

The FDOT-led project spans the entirety of Gulf of Mexico Drive, with five crosswalks being installed or upgraded on Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
News

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Debbie Murphy resigns from Longboat Town Commission

Lazy Lobster of Longboat Key gets a makeover

Conceptual planning nears for Longboat rec center replacement

More luxury garage condos gear up for Lakewood Ranch

Pacific Counter aims to simplify the sushi process

Dakin Dairy to sell farm in Myakka City

New Mote aquarium secures $20 million from Sarasota County

Updated master plan approved for The Bay park

Manatee schools must react to loss of federal emergency funds

Grants awarded to minority-owned businesses in Sarasota-Manatee

Two affordable apartment buildings headed for Tamiami Trail

New 17,000-square-foot Bobby Jones clubhouse closer to approval

Resident golfers discount quadrupled for Bobby Jones Golf Club

Affordable housing plans unveiled for commercial areas in Sarasota

5 Longboat crosswalk improvement projects ahead of schedule

World Champions Cup to throw block party in Lakewood Ranch

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Debbie Murphy resigns from Longboat Town Commission

Lazy Lobster of Longboat Key gets a makeover

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