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Results for: Funded Futures Network Promo Code "SKV50" Get 50% Off On All Plans

  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 14, 2011
Our View: To end the Colony dispute

It's the thought that counts. It was right on.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 11, 2009
Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 10, 2021
Longboat Key planning to add firefighter cancer protections to Town Code

The proposed ordinance is subject to a second reading and final vote.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • February 8, 2018
City offers online parks survey

Staff plans to develop of community parks and recreation needs in time for a May meeting with the City Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • May 25, 2016
Plymouth Harbor celebrates 50 years

On May 23, Plymouth Harbor celebrated its 50th anniversary, “Celebrating our Past. Envisioning Our Future.”

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • December 10, 2013
Citizens speak out in support of Payne Park Auditorium

At a community workshop Monday, city staff and residents discussed the future of Payne Park, with several speakers encouraging the city to find a way to preserve the park's auditorium.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • January 29, 2016
Lemur Conservation Foundation 20th anniversary Cocktail Reception

More than 50 guests gathered at the iconic Paul Rudolph designed, Umbrella House, owned by Bob and Anne Essner, for the Lemur Conservation Foundation's 20th anniversary Cocktail Reception.

  • Black Tie
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 30, 2009
10 to Contend: Paul Blackketter

Benderson Development Property Manager Paul Blackketter is the man behind a future world-class rowing facility off University Parkway. If all goes as planned, the facility will be responsible for making the East County one of the premier destinations for the sport in the nation.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 23, 2023
Two affordable apartment buildings headed for Tamiami Trail

Sarasota's Development Review Committee is working with developers planning 132 affordable housing units.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 12, 2019
Longboat Pass bridge work gets started

Bridge refresh will cost $5.2 million and last through the summer.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • February 10, 2011
Roundabout study focuses on first phase

Within the next few weeks, the city will begin studying the effects of the first phase of its bayfront-connectivity plan.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • June 17, 2015
Selby Foundation gives $250,000 toward Ringling Museum's future Asian Art Center

The formal entrance to the Dr. Helga Wall-Apelt Gallery will be named in the foundation's honor.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • May 23, 2019
Who pays to dredge Longboat canals?

Having to mitigate damaged sea grasses raises the cost of dredging canals exponentially. It's looking as though Longboat Key needs a pay plan similar to beach renourishment.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 25, 2024
Manatee County approves twice-denied Concession development

Developer Kevin Daves will withdraw an $8.9 million lawsuit against Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 24, 2023
Boys & Girls Clubs honors DiDomenicos at Champions for Children

The annual gala spotlighted the work Jaime and Julie DiDomenico have done for the organization.

  • Black Tie
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 11, 2024
Planning Board rejects downtown condo tower, but appeal likely

The Sarasota Planning Board says the 342-foot-tall condo Obsidian lacks sufficient retail frontage. Developers argue no building can be built at 1260 N. Palm Ave. under current city requirements.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • October 29, 2025
Rotary honors the dedication of a town's grant coordinator

Rotarians heard from Kaylee Zavela about ongoing hurricane-recovery projects and other current undertakings.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 23, 2023
East County Athlete of the Week: Olivia Spiegel

The Lakewood Ranch High cross country junior finished 30th at states in 2022.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By David Conway |
  • August 24, 2020
Housing funds slated for rental assistance

Sarasota has received more than $770,000 in federal funds to help those who have been affected by COVID-19.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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