Sarasota

Andrew Warfield
March 6, 2025

Downtown Master Plan Committee kicks off with procurement debate

Led by chairman Howard Davis, some of the 13-member Sarasota Downtown Master Plan Update Committee challenge the process of selecting a consultant to help guide the update of the 2020 plan.

Sarasota
News

Matt Walsh
March 6, 2025

The Mira Mar: A case of tradeoffs

Seaward Development has a plan to save and restore the Mira Mar retail shops. It would be difficult to reject when you look at the DeMarcay next door.

Sarasota
Opinion

Andrew Warfield
March 5, 2025

Historic status suggested for Van Wezel

A historic preservation advocate pitches the Sarasota City Commission to pursue an application to the National Register of Historic Places for the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

Sarasota
News

Vinnie Portell
March 5, 2025

Cardinal Mooney girls basketball breaks through to win first state championship

The Cougars leaned on experience and fuel four straight runner-up finishes to beat Jacksonville Bolles 64-54.

Sarasota
Sports

Andrew Warfield
March 5, 2025

City Hall fountain and courtyard to be fenced

Sarasota city commissioners determine an outdoor patio space at City Hall does not constitute a public park in deciding to secure the area as part of a $625,000 repair and renovation contract.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
March 5, 2025

Neighborhood watchman rams pickup truck with golf cart

A resident accuses a repairman of speeding through his neighborhood and, to make a point, strikes his vehicle with a golf cart. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

Ian Swaby
March 5, 2025

Record collector turns passion into retail with Vinyl Vault

The vintage record store held its grand opening March 2, inviting The Garbage-Men band for a performance.

Sarasota
Business

Matt Walsh
March 5, 2025

It's an unconvincing case

Each side of The Ringling-New College question can make a case. But it’s difficult to be convinced that New College is ready.

Sarasota
Opinion

Ian Swaby
March 4, 2025

Children’s Business Fair teaches kids entrepreneurial skills

The fair, hosted through a partnership between Nailed It DIY Studio and Girls, Inc., offered kids a chance to built their entrepreneurial skills.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Andrew Warfield
March 3, 2025

Opposition to Hyatt Regency redevelopment plan organizing

Developers of Quay Blocks 1 and 9 are being joined by nearby condo residents in appealing a Planning Board adjustment to the City Commission to build 1000 Boulevard of the Arts.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
March 3, 2025

Sarasota Opera names new marketing director

Lael Mohib succeeds Stephen Baker, who held the job from 2021-23.

Arts + Culture

Ian Swaby
March 2, 2025

Community serves up support for Southside Elementary School at Cooking for the Arts

Held by Southside School Foundation for the Arts, the event raised over $100,000.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
March 2, 2025

Bay Fest invites the community to the coast to learn about conservation efforts

Held at The Bay, the event showcased local environmental organizations working to improve the health of the Sarasota Bay area.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
March 2, 2025

The Bay in Sarasota receives $1 million 'capping' gift

The grant completes Patterson Foundation's giving to Bay Park Conservancy at $10 million in gifts and challenge matches.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
March 1, 2025

Barancik Foundation gives $8 million in grants

The latest round of Barancik Foundation grants includes nearly $1 million to Selby Gardens to relocate and care for rare plants during Phase 2 Master Plan construction.

Sarasota
News

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