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By Observer Staff |
December 13, 2023

Police awaken residents in response to false kidnapping call

Officers surrounded a home during an early morning raid before determining the 911 call was fake. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Observer Staff |
July 20, 2011

INCORPORATION Q&A: Incorporation Study Group

Proponents of the incorporation of Lakewood Ranch answer readers' questions.

East County
News

By Matt Walsh |
December 12, 2019

There should be one EDC for Sarasota and Manatee counties

The board of the Economic Development Corp. of Sarasota has an opportunity to innovate. Consolidating with Manatee makes sense.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Andrew Warfield |
March 1, 2023

Banditos will bring its 'taco temple' to downtown Sarasota

Maryland-based Banditos Tacos & Tequila will occupy the former Tavern on Main Brewery location as it makes its Florida debut, featuring the chain's first rooftop patio.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Brynn Mechem |
April 9, 2020

Sarasota County to see start of two affordable housing projects

The projects will be built on county-owned land near the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport and Sarasota High School.

Sarasota
News

By Pam Eubanks |
March 9, 2016

Information Center's future uncertain

Within a month, SMR set to move out of the 20-year-old building at Summerfield Community Park.

East County
News

By Matt Walsh |
June 28, 2017

Ben Franklin, we need you more than ever

To preserve what our Founders created, Ben Franklin knew it depended on our having the proper temper in the public square.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Matt Walsh |
November 6, 2015

Rubio vs. Bush

Three debates are telling. But they also are only a snapshot of Florida’s homegrown candidates. Indeed, it’s a long journey. There’s more to them to get to know.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Madison Bierl |
August 25, 2025

Aloha Ukulele spreads 'joyous noise' through 'instrument of joy'

Lakewood Ranch club Aloha Ukulele is made up of approximately 50 active members who gather and bond through music.

East County
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
October 20, 2025

A contemporary classical music troupe grows in Sarasota

Samantha Bennett and George Nickson are kicking off enSRQ's 10th season.

Arts + Culture

By Ian Swaby |
July 17, 2025

Classrooms are the highest priority as school district prepares 2025-26 budget

At a time when the Sarasota school district is facing financial difficulties, its CFO said the focus will be on the learning experience.

Sarasota
Schools

By Brynn Mechem |
June 8, 2021

County Commission to begin rolling back EDC funds

Commissioners will stop tax funding to the EDC by 2024 and reallocate economic development incentive fund monies to the general fund budget.

Sarasota
News

By Ryan Kohn |
November 8, 2022

ODA football hopes 2022 season is not the end of the turnaround

The Thunder will lose 12 players to graduation in 2023 but will return many key players.

East County
Sports

By Robin Hartill |
May 5, 2010

Camps key to helping kids beat the heat

Longboat Key offers a variety of summer camps this season, from sports to marine-based camps, for kids of all ages.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Michael Eng |
November 17, 2010

Legendary drummer Donny Vosburgh moved to the East County in July. Now, he, along with other music luminaries, is working to help younger musicians make it in the music business as part of a new organization called the Teach the Dream Foundation.

Arts + Culture

By Katie Johns |
April 3, 2019

Asolo Repertory Theatre stages play 'The Cake' by producer of 'This is Us'

Asolo Repertory Theatre's 'The Cake' uses a story about food to find humanity in diversity.

Arts + Culture

By Andrew Warfield |
June 24, 2024

Sarasota County Commission proposes 37-year low millage rate

With assessed value still rising, Sarasota County staff is directed to craft a budget based on a rate of 3.30 mils on residential and commercial property.