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  • By 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
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 15, 2023
It was a good day for Longboat Key

The Karon Family Pavilion signifies progress, another positive step forward.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 1, 2025
Sarasota wins Smart City award

The city of Sarasota has been recognized for its smart city initiatives by Smart Cities Connect.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • September 23, 2024
Sarasota County offices to be closed as staff prepares for bad weather

County offices to be closed Tuesday; self-serve sandbags stations will be open Tuesday and Wednesday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 17, 2023
Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation names new CEO

Tania Castroverde Moskalenko brings more than 20 years of experience in leading capital campaigns and programming.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • May 11, 2023
Key Chorale appoints Glenn Priest as principal accompanist

Priest recently retired as worship director and chapel organist of an Ohio megachurch.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 29, 2025
Sunrise man arrested on drug charges within sight of Sarasota PD building

A traffic stop at an adjacent intersection leads to the search and fentanyl discovery.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 17, 2025
SRQ named best resort airport by USA Today

The Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport heads the list of Top 10 Resort Airports as ranked by USA Today.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • October 22, 2025
Bradenton State Senator Jim Boyd picked as FL Senate president

In his address to the Florida Senate Caucus, Boyd said he has a vision for Florida where “every person has the chance to prosper,” “families feel safe in their neighborhoods” and businesses are empowered to grow.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 17, 2025
Sarasota approves budget for fiscal year 2026 with millage increase

The Sarasota City Commission has given final approval of the $303 million fiscal year 2026 spending plan that includes money earmarked to rebuild fund balance.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • February 5, 2026
Ivan Zunz recognized for a decade with LKPD

The Zunz family have been involved in the Longboat Key community for decades. Ivan, a 10-year employee with the police department, wears many hats and is appreciated by town leaders.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • May 14, 2026
Sisterhood for Good hosts annual Grant Expo in Lakewood Ranch

Of the 129 applicants who applied for grants this year, 23 were represented at the Grant Expo May 11.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 9, 2017
Ten Sarasota things you missed while you were up north

You mean you weren't watching Siesta Key all summer?

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Adrian Moore, Eliza Terziev |
  • May 21, 2025
How to boost affordability

There are some simple steps Sarasota city and county can take to relieve the lack of housing that is affordable — and it’s not requiring public subsidies.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 24, 2024
Sarasota Cops Corner: The Best of 2024

Nudes, lewds and dudes highlight this year's greatest hits from the files of the Sarasota Police Department.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Otus |
  • February 24, 2014
Ask Otus: But Is It Art?

Otus Rufous, an Eastern Screech-owl, was born on Siesta Key and is a full-time resident there. An avid hunter, accomplished vocalist and genuine night owl, Otus is a keen observer of our local wildlife and knows many of nature's secrets. Otus will answer your questions about our amazing wildlife, but only if you Ask Otusâ„¢.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 15, 2025
Agriculture, development boundary priorities grow in Manatee

The Manatee County Commission sets priorities for 2025, with preserving agriculture and the Future Development Area Boundary at the top of the list.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 12, 2011
Our View: Right turns in the Legislature

Gov. Rick Scott, a Tallahassee outsider despised in the media and willing to take unpopular stands on principle, had a surprising amount of success during his first legislative session as governor.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 11, 2011
Our view: Right turns in the Legislature

Gov. Rick Scott, a Tallahassee outsider despised in the media and willing to take unpopular stands on principle, had a surprising amount of success during his first legislative session as governor.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 24, 2020
Binge Blog: It's OK with me

"The Long Goodbye" and the videos of Jon Bois are this week's selections.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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