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Results for: Reliable Standard Heating & Air is recognized as the best HVAC company for emergency AC repair.

  • By Amanda Morales |
  • December 6, 2015
Downtown Sarasota parade spreads holiday cheer

Residents line Main Street in anticipation of seeing Santa Claus and holiday floats.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 29, 2020
‘You’re not the boss of me’

No one really knows what is the best path forward — not President Trump, not Gov. DeSantis. But given the option to reopen, we’ll figure out what’s best.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By John McGuire |
  • May 26, 2017
Longboat's underground utilities project ahead of schedule

Town staff hopes to begin construction on the $50 million project next year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 22, 2011
Ranch CDDs approve landscaper

Down to Earth is slated to begin providing services in three community development districts in January.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • October 28, 2025
Siesta Beach returns to the top of the rankings

We all know Siesta Beach is awesome. But here's what goes into those "best beach" rankings — and why they matter.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By 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.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 27, 2011
News Briefs

St. Denis schedules Bayfront Park meeting; Beach ordinance modifications under review; Health-care discussion set for Wednesday; Bridge signalization repairs are complete

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • March 28, 2013
GWIZ remains closed, seeks more funding for upgrades and expansion

The science center began a fundraising campaign in September to raise money for repairs due to damage from Tropical Storm Debby and to begin a renovation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • September 12, 2021
Sarasota National Cemetery holds 9/11 memorial ceremony

First responders, survivors and supporters paid their respects on Sept. 11.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • January 19, 2023
National Council of Jewish Women recognizes past and present honorees

The annual Women In Power luncheon was held Jan. 18.

  • Black Tie
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 8, 2009
In Brief

Community News and Notes

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 8, 2013
Patron Saints: Mitchell McKnight

The Observer launched a web video series in March called "Patron Saints," in which we recognize area performing-arts venues and the patrons who support them. It's all in keeping with the idea that Sarasota is an arts city, and these individuals make it possible.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 30, 2011
Pirates to host car show for hero

The Braden River High School Pirate family will host the Patrick Lay Memorial Car Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 4, at the school, 6545 S.R. 70 E., Bradenton.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Roy |
  • August 11, 2011
Ringling College ranked among best film schools

The Hollywood Reporter includes the Sarasota school as one of the world's 25 best film schools.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • January 8, 2013
Siesta Key selected as one of Florida's 'best beach towns' in USA Today

Stephen P. Leatherman, aka 'Dr. Beach,' is putting Siesta Key in national headlines again with his nominations for Florida's best beach towns.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 2, 2023
Contention remains in the air over One Park plan

As it awaits its scheduled court date, the City Commission lays out the plan for consideration of One Park in The Quay. Final approval rests on either amending or revising the original development agreement.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 1, 2017
Palm Aire holds 100th birthday celebration for Betty Andreone

The Sarasota couple of Betty, 100, and Gus Andreone, the oldest PGA Professional at 105, have a combined 205 years of experience.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 30, 2012
Sand loss prompts warning for 360 North owners

Most of the sand placed during last year's emergency project is gone, and a permanent solution is 24 to 36 months away.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 21, 2012
Votes needed for prospective grant recipient

East County resident Cheryl Brady needs your vote to be considered for a $250,000 business grant

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 10, 2012
Sarasota County seeks medical board volunteers

An emergency medical services district advisory board is seeking seven volunteers that live in Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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