• Alternate Text

  • Loading

  • Holiday Gift Guide
  • Health Observed
  • Crossword
  • Contests
  • Newsletters
  • e-Newspaper App
  • Longboat
    • News
    • Cops Corner
    • Real Estate
    • Business
    • Neighbors
    • Opinion
  • East County
    • News
    • Real Estate
    • Business
    • Neighbors
    • Schools
    • Sports
    • Opinion
  • Sarasota
    • News
    • Cops Corner
    • Real Estate
    • Business
    • Neighbors
    • Schools
    • Sports
    • Opinion
    • Siesta Key
  • Arts + Entertainment
    • Eat + Drink
    • Arts + Culture
    • Reviews
    • Things To Do
    • Black Tie
    • Spotlight Partners
  • LWR Life
  • Galleries
  • More
    • Hurricane Season
    • Red Tide Map
    • Health Observed
    • Sand Bucket List
    • Calendar
    • Celebrations
    • Contests
    • Tributes
    • Submit a Celebration
    • Submit a Tribute
    • Public Notices
    • Classifieds
  • Longboat
    • Longboat
    • News
    • Cops Corner
    • Real Estate
    • Business
    • Neighbors
    • Opinion
  • East County
    • East County
    • News
    • Real Estate
    • Business
    • Neighbors
    • Schools
    • Sports
    • Opinion
  • Sarasota
    • Sarasota
    • News
    • Cops Corner
    • Real Estate
    • Business
    • Neighbors
    • Schools
    • Sports
    • Opinion
    • Siesta Key
  • Arts + Entertainment
    • Arts + Entertainment
    • Eat + Drink
    • Arts + Culture
    • Reviews
    • Things To Do
    • Black Tie
    • Spotlight Partners
  • LWR Life
  • Galleries
  • More
    • More
    • Hurricane Season
    • Red Tide Map
    • Health Observed
    • Sand Bucket List
    • Calendar
    • Celebrations
    • Contests
    • Tributes
    • Submit a Celebration
    • Submit a Tribute
    • Public Notices
    • Classifieds
  • Holiday Gift Guide
  • Health Observed
  • Crossword
  • Contests
  • Newsletters
  • e-Newspaper App

News

In 2018, Randy Langley ran against Ed Zunz for a town commission seat. Today, only one of those signs would be allowed, and it would be 1-foot square.
    By
  • Suzanne Elliott
  • January 10, 2019
New Longboat sign ordinance goes into effect

Town's rules regarding signs were rewritten to comply with a 2015 Supreme Court decision.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Swell Things cuts the ribbon.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • January 10, 2019
Siesta Key Chamber unveils new businesses

Four new businesses cut the ribbon in Davidson's Plaza on Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Kevin Cooper took the chamber job in 2016, returning to an organization for which he had previously worked.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 10, 2019
Search is on for chamber leader

As Kevin Cooper leaves the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce for a new job at Mote, the business organization is searching for a new president and CEO.

  • Sarasota
  • News
STOP has pointed to projects like Vue Sarasota Bay as ones it believes could be improved through a public hearing process, though city staff determined the development complied with all zoning regulations.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 10, 2019
STOP readies push for public hearings

As the city considers changes to its zoning code, administrative development review is likely to be one of the first topics officials address.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The St. Armands Circle parking meters are installed and ready for activation in late January or early February.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 10, 2019
City, St. Armands leaders sort out paid parking plans

Officials and merchants are working to address lingering concerns about the imminent activation of parking meters.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tara's Justin Kristich, the tournament director for the LECOM Suncoast Classic, said everything is on schedule for the tournament, which hosts its first round on Feb. 14 at Lakewood National.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 9, 2019
Love put on hold for golf at LECOM Suncoast Classic in Lakewood Ranch

LECOM named as title sponsor for Web.com Tour event, the Suncoast Classic in Lakewood Ranch

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • January 9, 2019
Legacy Trail fans rejoice at unveiling of Laurel Road overpass

Pedestrians on Legacy Trail will now be safer following the completed construction of the Laurel Rd. overpass.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Manatee County interim Superintendent Cynthia Saunders' current contract ends in June.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 9, 2019
Manatee School Board postpones superintendent decision

Superintendent's contract will be vetted Feb. 12.

  • East County
  • News
Subcontractor John Philpot, better known as "Flip," installs racks and other equipment required by the new P25 radio system at the radio tower off 59th Avenue East, in Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 9, 2019
Manatee County touts new tower power

Better technology will aid emergency communication efforts.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy carriage horse Sterling, a 22-year-old Percheron, pulls students across a field at SMART's campus off County Road 675. Sterling will retire in about one year. Courtesy image.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 9, 2019
Grant drives SMART program

A $34,000 grant will allow SMART to find a new driving therapy horse and perhaps a new carriage.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch High School student Madyson Flores shows off her heifer, Emmy, with Cameron Dakin Dairy owners Cameron and Sondra Dakin, pictured with their 2-year-old grandson Reid Dakin. The Dakins lease Emmy to Madyson.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 9, 2019
Time for fair play in Manatee County

The 103rd Manatee County Fair offers plenty of competition in livestock, craft categories.

  • East County
  • News
Jeremy and Myrna Whatmough, of the Sarasota Polo Club, were convinced their dog, Reagan, would be hit by a car after he escaped, but were relieved he safety returned home.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 9, 2019
Canine treat ready for New Year's Day in Lakewood Ranch

Good Samaritans return lost dog to Polo Club residents.

  • East County
  • News
Olissio Zoppe performed for the first time in his native Sarasota.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 9, 2019
Cirque Ma'Ceo presents Sarasota with 'culture with class'

Myakka City entertainer presents Cirque Ma'Ceo at Big Cat Habitat in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • News
Soprano Isabella Bank will be performing Jan. 26 at the OASIS' 18th annual Benefit Concert and Fundraiser at Palm Aire Country Club.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 9, 2019
Palm Aire concert features Lakewood Ranch rising star

Palm Aire concert features Lakewood Ranch rising star

  • East County
  • News
Neal Communities team members Randy Turkovics, Michael Storey, Pat Neal, Charlene Neal, Michael Greenberg and Mark Sochar pose for a group photo. Neal Communities is preparing for six community grand openings in 2019. Courtesy pho.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 8, 2019
Lakewood Ranch builder notches more than 1,000 home sales

Neal Communities' leaders say business is steady.

  • East County
  • News
« 599 600 601 602 603 604 605 606 607 608 »
The best of Your Observer, delivered directly to your inbox

Get the latest in news, sports, schools, arts and things to do in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Longboat Key and East County.

Sign Up

Latest News

1
Traffic cleared after fire, bridge malfunction in Sarasota, Longboat
  • December 19, 2025
Traffic cleared after fire, bridge malfunction in Sarasota, Longboat
2
Artist JC Wayne hangs the ninth and final piece in her series "Atomic Universe," the latest installation at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church. The display will be up throughout the holiday season.
  • December 19, 2025
Artist delves into ideas of existence at Longboat exhibition
3
Charlie Shachat, a co-founder of the Foolishly Festive Christmas Parade, decided to be part of the show for the "Jaws" 50th anniversary.
  • December 19, 2025
Esplanade continues tradition of being 'foolishly festive' for parade
4
District 5 representative Ron Cutsinger will be the 2026 chairman of the Sarasota County Commission.
  • December 19, 2025
Sarasota County commissioners pick chair, vice chair
5
Locations of the new St. Armands speed tables are marked in red.
  • December 19, 2025
St. Armands speed humps will be replaced with permanent speed tables

App

Download the Your Observer app

Stay in the know with the latest local news. Any device, anytime, anywhere.

DOWNLOAD NOW

Contact

  • 1970 Main St.
  • Third Floor
  • Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Phone: 941-366-3468
  • FPN Verified

Extra, Extra!

  • Newsletters
  • App
  • Crossword
  • Contests

more

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Classifieds
  • Advertise
  • Rack Locations
  • Jobs
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility Options

sister sites

  • Business Observer
  • Jax Daily Record
  • Orange Observer
  • Accessibility Options
  • Copyright © 2025 Observer Media Group Inc., All Rights Reserved
Sign Up for Daily Headlines

A daily dose of news from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

Sign Up for In Case You Missed It

A Saturday dose of the week's top stories from Sarasota, Longboat Key and East County.

The Your Observer App is Here!

Get local news you can trust — now on your phone, tablet or laptop. Fast. Free. Easy to Use.
Stay informed, wherever you are.

Download Now