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Reclaimed water systems run separately from drinking-water systems.
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  • S.T. Cardinal
  • April 2, 2026
Watering restrictions increase as drought extends

A phase 3 water shortage means a narrower window to the once-a-week irrigation schedule already in place.

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A satellite image of Hurricane Irma.
    By
  • S.T. Cardinal
  • April 2, 2026
Hurricane preparedness workshop scheduled in April

A panel of experts will share tips on how to stay prepared and informed during hurricane season.

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Sarasota County has opened a 1.5-mile stretch of newly bifurcated Legacy Trail, separating bicyclists and other wheeled conveyances from walkers and runners.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • April 2, 2026
First phase of parallel track to Legacy Trail opens

A 1.5-mile stretch of bifurcated Legacy Trail opens to safely separate pedestrians from riders.

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This Lido Shores home at 1436 John Ringling Parkway is listed at $12.98 million.
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  • Observer Staff
  • April 1, 2026
Lido Shores home hits the market at $12.98 million

The home at 1436 John Ringling Parkway is owned by It Works! co-founder and author of "Rich Girl Poor Girl."

  • Sarasota
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • April 1, 2026
Citywide speed limits set at 20 mph on local streets

As part of Sarasota's traffic calming plan development, local street speed limits are capped at 20 miles per hour, faster for collector and arterial roads.

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Bravo's Pizzeria & Italian Eatery at 1995 Main St. in Sarasota has closed.
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  • Elizabeth King
  • March 31, 2026
Pizzeria closes on Main Street in Sarasota

Bravo’s Pizza & Italian Eatery has shuttered next to the Hollywood 11 movie theater.

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From left, Drew Ferguson, Jason Creasy, Noah Green, Benjamin Newman, Olivia Ledwith and Eric Coley are the newest sworn officers of the Sarasota Police Department.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • March 31, 2026
Sarasota Police Department swears in six new officers

The newest class of Sarasota police officers includes a former pro baseball pitcher, college football player and the daughter of two retired SPD captains.

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Sarasota's Alderman MURT includes a rest area with a shade shelter, drinking fountain, benches and tables, and a bike repair station as well as landscaping. This view looks east, toward School Avenue.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • March 30, 2026
City's latest transportation link opens Tuesday

Sarasota's Alderman Multi-Use Recreational Trail connects south of the park from School Avenue to Payne Parkway.

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The proposed site of a city-owned attainable housing development across First Street from City Hall. The red X marks the location of the city's credit union office, which is now being considered for purchase by the city.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • March 30, 2026
City works to add parcel to workforce housing project

At its April 6 meeting, the Sarasota City Commission will be asked for input on a staff proposal to purchase a third parcel on First Street for a city-led workforce housing project.

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Second suspect charged in 2024 Sarasota homicide
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  • Eric Garwood
  • March 27, 2026
Second suspect charged in 2024 Sarasota homicide

21-year-old woman was notified of new charges while serving an unrelated prison sentence.

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Tenants at the Stickney Point property range from a wealth planning firm to a boat club.
    By
  • Elizabeth King, Mark Gordon
  • March 27, 2026
The details behind Sarasota County's Stickney Point land deal

Sarasota County leaders, looking to add park space and water access for residents, have zeroed in on a site just off Siesta Key. The $21 million project, to some, is a gem-like opportunity. For others, it's ripe with questions.

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City Auditor and Clerk Shayla Griggs and City Attorney Joe Polzak recently shepherded the City Commissioner's search for a new city manager.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • March 26, 2026
City auditor and clerk awarded 15% base pay increase

Sarasota City Auditor and Clerk Shayla Griggs is awarded a 15% base pay increase to $225,684 by the City Commission.

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Gary and Keely Siebein of Siebein Acoustic present their sound study proposal to the Sarasota City Commission.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • March 26, 2026
Firm hired to study the 'soundscape of Sarasota'

Siebein Acoustic of Gainesville has been contracted by the City Commission to map out Sarasota's audible characteristics as they apply to the recently approved noise ordinance.

  • Sarasota
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The St. Armands Circle garage didn't collect fees for several months after the 2024 hurricanes.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • March 26, 2026
City extends paid parking hours and hikes citation fines to cover deficit

The Sarasota City Commission approves extending paid parking to 24/7 and increasing citation fines to make the city's Parking Division solvent and fund future capital needs.

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A conceptual rendering of the planned expansion of Plymouth Harbor. The new residential tower is at the right.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • March 25, 2026
Rezoning clears the way for Plymouth Harbor expansion

Rezoning will permit Plymouth Harbor continuing care retirement community will build 153 new independent living apartments at its campus on Coon Key.

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