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

  • By Nick Reichert |
  • April 1, 2015
Embracing their messages

With its annual public art exhibit, Embracing Our Differences gives local art students and teachers the opportunity to discuss inclusion and diversity.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 30, 2019
Affordable Housing: New projects seen as signs of progress

Affordable developments in Sarasota and Manatee are contributing to the regional housing supply.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • August 5, 2016
Sarasota County prepares for new FEMA flood maps

FEMA is reevaluating Sarasota County’s flood risk, prompting Sarasota County to tweak its flood plain ordinance.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 15, 2011
Historical Society seeks T-shirt designs

The Longboat Key Historical Society is holding a contest for the best beach T-shirt.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • September 21, 2011
Photo of the Day: Cruisin' in style

Nothing like a man and man's best friend taking a ride through town in a convertible with the top down to make anyone smile, especially when man's best friend is wearing hot pink "doggles".

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • August 15, 2019
Commission to discuss Rosemary District zoning

City staff is optimistic an overlay district can improve the quality of growth in the area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • May 14, 2024
Longboat resident leads international green roof media company

Linda Velazquez shares her lifelong love for plants, benefits of green roofs and her tips on starting your own living architecture on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • March 31, 2010
Sarasota Ballet prepares for Wheeldon dance

Margaret Barbieri will stage choreographer Christopher Wheldon's work this month at the Sarasota Opera House.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • January 13, 2019
Longboat gives initial OK to new set of building rules

A registry of nonconforming properties becomes law.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 26, 2015
Fire Rescue awaits station rebuild

East Manatee Fire Rescue hopes to put a temporary station at Tom Bennett Park as it demolishes and rebuilds Station 2.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 4, 2013
Fresh Faces: Emily Perez, Michelle Last and Katie Wray

Lakewood Ranch High seniors Emily Perez and Michelle Last and junior Katie Wray are adjusting to their new role as the leaders of the Lakewood Ranch High girls cross-country team.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • September 15, 2016
Big questions on Big Pass

What’s the status of the controversial plans to use Big Pass sand for Lido Beach? Those involved share their insights.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 3, 2011
Our View

Where's the traffic control?

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • December 3, 2020
County seeks other proposals for parcel

Following a Miami company's interest in county-owned land, commissioners agree to seek additional ideas.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 1, 2017
JDub's Brewing Co. hones its craft

Approaching its third anniversary, the brewery continues to gain momentum. Jeremy Joerger’s secret to success? Be your own toughest competition. 

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 2, 2023
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center to host Stop the Bleed

Stop the Bleed will teach people the actions necessary to help if someone is injured or bleeding.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • June 11, 2020
Longboat Key Fire Rescue warns beachgoers of rip currents

Longboat Key does not have lifeguards like Cortez Beach or Lido Beach.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 11, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center breaks ground on $120M expansion

The new five-story tower will be the largest and most significant expansion in the hospital's 20-year history.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • March 29, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Gym Source

Gym Source carries a broad selection of fitness equipment and top name brands.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • January 14, 2011
WEEKEND BEST BET: Black Tie

Take your dogs for a night on the town at "Dog's Night Out" tonight, at Saks Fifth Avenue.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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