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Andrew Warfield
November 17, 2022

Bath & Racquet Club redevelopment wins final approval

In addition to new tennis and pickleball courts, the revamped Bath & Racquet Club will include 256 condos and 65,448 square feet of light commercial space.

Sarasota
News

Ian Swaby
November 15, 2022

Organic farm struggles to survive in the wake of Hurricane Ian

Among the significant losses at Jessica’s Organic Farm in Sarasota were two nurseries that were ripped apart and the loss of trees and crops.

East County
Business

Su Byron
November 11, 2022

Must-try waterfront restaurants in Sarasota, Longboat Key, Osprey

Looking for a table by the water? For a close encounter with Florida’s natural splendor, enjoy one of these waterfront restaurants on a nearby key.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Lesley Dwyer
November 10, 2022

Old Salty Dog owner dishes on origin story of its quirky menu, sustained success

This astute businesswoman and restaurateur shares her insights on hot dogs, horses, happy employees — and the secret sauce behind running one of the most popular restaurants on the keys.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Eric Garwood
November 10, 2022

Avelo adds new flight from SRQ to North Carolina

The low-cost carrier initiated service from Sarasota last year to New Haven, Connecticut.

Sarasota
News

Ryan Kohn
October 26, 2022

The Pickleball Club wants to be the surging sport's indoor option in Sarasota

The 33,000-square-foot facility, complete with 12 indoor courts and four outdoor courts, will open in Sarasota in early 2023.

Sarasota
Business

Lesley Dwyer
October 21, 2022

Walsh named chair of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce

Walsh is only the seventh woman to take on the role in 102 years.

Sarasota
News

Eric Garwood
September 23, 2022

Upscale home store aims to satisfy Sarasota style sensibilities

Clive Daniel Home opens in Fruitville Commons as the company's third showroom.

Sarasota
Business

Observer Staff
September 21, 2022

Sarasota officials to consider a Tesla expansion

The new facility will be located at Interstate 75 and University Parkway.

Sarasota
Business

Observer Staff
September 12, 2022

WUSF, Barancik Foundation roll out collaborative news operation

The Sarasota-based team will provide content on a variety of topics to media organizations in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties.

Sarasota
News

Jay Heater
August 31, 2022

Sarasota, Manatee seniors can tap into nonprofit ride service

Two Lakewood Ranch men started a senior ride service after nonprofit ride-provider ITN Suncoast closed.

East County
Business

Lesley Dwyer
August 25, 2022

Candy shop moves in next door to Kilwins on St. Armands Circle

River Street Sweets Savannah's Candy Kitchen, which just opened on the Circle, is the largest praline manufacturer in the country.

Longboat Key
Business

Spencer Fordin
August 17, 2022

Elling Eide Center brings a unique focus on Chinese culture

It's more than 7,000 miles away from Beijing, but because of the passions of its former resident, a Sarasota research library and nature preserve has become a leader of China studies.

Arts + Culture

Eric Garwood
August 12, 2022

New restaurants offering pizza, coffee and more open in Sarasota, Waterside Place

Four of the Sarasota area's newest places to grab a bite are now ready for you.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Harry Sayer
August 11, 2022

Downtown hot dog eatery Doggystyle highlights culture across the country

Steve DiBio runs the Main Street restaurant that offers regional-specific hot dogs including New York, Chicago and Philadelphia styles.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Spencer Fordin
July 29, 2022

Sarasota's newest brewery opens on Mango Avenue

Clay Robinson, the co-founder of Sun King Brewing, isn't just opening a new venue in Sarasota. He's moving his life and family here.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Spencer Fordin
July 28, 2022

Local Irish-owned Pub 32 announces closing date

Ross and Louise Galbraith operated Pub 32 for more than a decade, but they announced in a Facebook post this week that they will soon be closing down.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Andrew Warfield
June 29, 2022

Commercial or craft, beer drinkers unite over some frosty brew

While craft brewers take beer to new levels, legacy commercial brews still dominate American consumption.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Andrew Warfield
June 27, 2022

Business Park district to establish multiuse campus zoning along key county corridors

Sarasota County is on pace to establish Business Park zoning districts in south and west county areas before November. So far, five corridors in unincorporated areas have been identified

Sarasota
News

Spencer Fordin
June 24, 2022

Asolo Repertory Theatre opens expanded rehearsal space

For years, Asolo Rep has longed to spread its wings and build a bigger rehearsal space. Finally, that day has arrived.

Arts + Culture

Spencer Fordin
June 15, 2022

Dream Weaver closing after 32 years on St. Armands Circle

You might associate Joan Morgan with high-end clothing. But now she's looking forward to living off the land.

Longboat Key
Business

Nat Kaemmerer
May 25, 2022

Lazy Lobster in Sarasota converted to Kacey's Seafood

The price of protein was rising, so the owners decided to make a change.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Eric Garwood
May 19, 2022

Supply on the rise in Sarasota real estate market

Inflation, mortgage rate increase cited in first year-over-year supply increase since spring 2019.

Sarasota
News

Andrew Warfield
May 14, 2022

More than limited supply is to blame for rise in apartment rents

Don't just blame profiteering for the rise in apartment rents. As demand continues to exceed supply and interest rates climb, cost to purchase or upgrade complexes rise too.