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The mobile Sarasota Learning Center can be deployed anywhere in the city, and can even be used as emergency shelter if needed.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • January 12, 2026
Police department debuts mobile Sarasota Learning Center

Sarasota Police Department's new tech-rich trailer will be deployed by the Community Relations Division to take technology to many who don't have access.

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Pura Vida Miami is at 4994 S. Tamiami Trail, Unit 100, in Sarasota.
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  • Elizabeth King
  • January 9, 2026
Healthy restaurant opens second Sarasota location

Pura Vida Miami recently opened a restaurant in The Landings.

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A rendering of a proposed condo building at the corner of Ringling Boulevard and Osprey Avenue.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • January 8, 2026
More new condos on tap for Ringling Boulevard

City reviewers consider a planned 50-unit residential building as redevelopment continues to march eastward from the downtown core.

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Redevelopment of The Bay park will reach a critical juncture for Founding CEO AG Lafley in 2026.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • January 8, 2026
Will 2026 be another year of 'mights' in Sarasota?

From a new Sarasota city manager (maybe) to an implementation agreement for a new performing arts center (also maybe), 2026 promises to be an eventful year in Sarasota. Maybe.

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Sarasota Memorial Hospital has 897 beds.
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  • Eric Garwood
  • January 7, 2026
Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota hospitals gain Forbes' recognition

The magazine's 2026 Top Hospitals list includes four from the Manatee-Sarasota region.

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Waterside of Lakewood Ranch might have to wait longer for Sarasota County Schools to build an elementary school there.
    By
  • Madison Bierl
  • January 7, 2026
Sarasota County reevaluates need for new schools to serve Waterside

Jody Dumas, the executive director of facility services for Sarasota County Schools, said their two properties in Lakewood Ranch might sit empty for longer than anticipated.

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Chris Goglia poses for a photo on St. Armands Circle Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. Goglia has been president of the St. Armands Residents Association since 2020.
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  • S.T. Cardinal
  • January 7, 2026
St. Armands Residents Association president discusses the future of the Circle

The volunteer president of the residents association, Chris Goglia, has resisted high-density development on St. Armands Circle since starting the role in 2020.

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Neighborhood advocate enters race for Sarasota City Commission
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 6, 2026
Neighborhood advocate enters race for Sarasota City Commission

Arlington Park Neighborhood Association President Flo Entler joins the field of candidates for two Sarasota City Commission at-large seats.

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A steaming plate of pasta comes up to the pass while Simone Salustri, owner of the newly reopened Nōnnō Umberto restaurant, begins work on another dish.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • January 5, 2026
Longstanding St. Armands Italian restaurant reopens under new name

Nōnnō Umberto, formerly operating as Le Colone, held its soft opening the first week of January under a new generation's leadership.

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Views from 1418 John Ringling Parkway include the city skyline, Sarasota Bay and John Ringling Bridge.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • January 4, 2026
Home within walking distance of St. Armands lists for $9 million

With five bedrooms and eight baths, the John Ringling Parkway home overlooks Sarasota Bay.

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Rendering of the proposed Shore restaurant as viewed from North Boulevard of the Presidents.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • January 2, 2026
FEMA '50% rule' could be key factor for return of Shore to St. Armands

The popular restaurant might be required to shore up flood resiliency as it pursues plans to return to St. Armands Circle.

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1000 NORTH will be located in the BLVD Sarasota building at the corner of Boulevard of the Arts and North Tamiami Trail.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • December 30, 2025
Exclusive downtown club moves closer to Sarasota's approval

Co-founded by Michael Jordan in partnership with several pro athletes, 1000 NORTH is planning its second location in the BLVD Sarasota building.

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The Sarasota Orchestra Music Center concert hall is planned as a shoebox design.
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  • Observer Staff
  • December 30, 2025
2025: Sarasota by the numbers

From development costs to new housing units, here are some of the most notable figures in 2025.

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Thousands are expected for the annual New Year's Eve Pineapple Drop Celebration.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • December 29, 2025
Police issue advisory on New Year's parking, drinking, shooting

Sarasota's signature Pineapple Drop takes place at the height of a 12-hour downtown celebration.

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Selby Gardens Master Plan Phase 2 Learning Pavilion Interior rendering.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • December 25, 2025
Selby Gardens' renovations add to appeal while keeping mission in mind

Resilience, education and preservation are the prime objectives as the second phase of its master plan reinvention take Marie Selby Botanical Gardens closer to achieving its "potential."

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