Sarasota

By Ian Swaby
March 28, 2023

Sarasota initiative guides homeowners to help combat red tide

County stormwater ponds are only preventing around half the red tide-fueling pollution they are designed to filter. The Healthy Pond Collaborative released a pond maintenance guide to help.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield
March 28, 2023

Michael Saunders makes top 500 real estate ranking

Sarasota-based Michael Saunders & Co. is ranked 77th nationally with near-record 2022 sales.

Sarasota
Business

By Observer Staff
March 27, 2023

Red tide status in Sarasota, Manatee counties

A map of the presence of Karenia brevis, the organism that creates algae blooms known as red tide; the amount dead fish; and the respiratory irritation level at local beaches.

Red Tide

By Amanda Postma
March 27, 2023

Shuttered Sarasota landmark restaurant sold for nearly $3 million

Benderson Development plans to "reimagine" the former Café Baci property on Tamiami Trail.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby
March 27, 2023

Family of veterans and canine companions forms in Sarasota

IslandWalk Veterans will ceremonially present a check to Canines 4 Heroes on May 29.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield
March 27, 2023

One year later, Fruitville roundabout art decision nears

Clouds and birds are the themes as the Public Art Committee sees revisions of finalists' sculptures for the Fruitville Road roundabout.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby
March 26, 2023

Sarasota Library service offers free tax help for those in need

The programs, which are funded by the AARP and certified by the IRS, accept users from all socioeconomic backgrounds.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby
March 25, 2023

My Hometown Fest supports Sertoma Club of Greater Sarasota

The festival raised funds in support of children and adults with speech, language and hearing challenges.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield
March 25, 2023

Roundabout coming to busy Siesta Key intersection

The Sarasota County Commission has approved the $2.9 million roundabout at Midnight Pass and Beach roads. The seven-month project will begin in the second half of 2024.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield
March 24, 2023

Bay Park Conservancy names first president and CEO

Stephanie Crockatt comes to The Bay after nine years of leading the development of the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, an 850-acre park network.

Sarasota
Business

By Andrew Warfield
March 23, 2023

Red tide advisory lifted for Sarasota County beaches

The red tide advisory has been in place since December 2022.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby
March 23, 2023

Community is part of the show at Sarasota County Fair

Attendees praised the fair’s atmosphere and local youths' livestock exhibits.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield
March 23, 2023

Bobby Jones restoration focus turns to short course

With the Donald Ross golf course project down to mostly growing grass, architect Richard Mandell's attention has shifted to creating the par-3 companion short course from scratch.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby
March 23, 2023

Ringling College embraces growth of esports

The Ringling Rollers esports team will receive a dedicated gaming arena.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Adam Hughes
March 23, 2023

Top residential real estate sales for March 6-10 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Nokomis and Osprey

Two Siesta Key homes tie as the week's top sale at $2.4 million.

Sarasota
Real Estate

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