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

  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 28, 2017
Local band still likes that old time rock 'n' roll

With its vintage sound, 1960s sensibilities and three-part harmonies, The Beat Down is keeping the spirit of rock ’n’ roll alive.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 19, 2022
Sarasota City Commission builds new set of development rules with 4-1 votes

City approves batch of changes aimed at moving quicker on attainable housing, though critics say public comment is cut out of the process.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 11, 2017
Socializing key to combating loneliness in aging

Local experts weigh in on why socializing as people age is so important.

  • Health
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • June 18, 2014
Social Studies: Mel and Jan Goldsmith

Mel and Jan Goldsmith have been real estate agents in Sarasota for 17 years, but, before that, they were globetrotting partners in the fashion industry.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • October 31, 2017
Self-proclaimed problem solver qualifies for Longboat Key District 3 seat

Planning and Zoning Board Vice Chairman Ken Schneier is ready to run for a vacancy left by Mayor Terry Gans.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • July 30, 2009
Rower heads to world championship

Sarasota Crew's Alex Taaffe is undergoing daily training to compete in the World Rowing Junior Championships. France.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 26, 2013
UPDATE: Klauber to receive $3 million consultant settlement

If Colony Beach & Tennis Resort unit owners and a bankruptcy judge approve a settlement reached this week, it will end a more than six-year legal battle between the Colony Association and its longtime owner.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • July 23, 2020
Zoning Board approves variance for south fire station

The new building for Fire Station 92 at 2162 Gulf of Mexico Drive is scheduled to open in April 2021.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • June 12, 2017
Manatee County School district plans construction to accommodate growth

School district gives details regarding future plans for Manatee County's new elementary, middle and high school.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 28, 2013
Longtime club president retires

East County resident Carl Weeks ends his tenure as president of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Manatee County Aug. 31.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 15, 2012
Siesta jams out for Sandy victims

Some of Siesta Key's favorite bands are gearing up to rock out Sunday, Nov. 18, at Blase Cafe, in order to help raise money for victims of Hurricane Sandy.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 22, 2021
MD Now ready to build clientele in Lakewood Ranch area

Florida's largest urgent care provider now has an East County location. in Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 16, 2011
Rev3 Triathlon is not gearing up for Key event

The triathlon withdrew its application to bring a 56-mile bicycle course and 1,000 people through Longboat Key as part of a 2012 event.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • March 29, 2021
County names Legacy Trail extension trailheads

Construction on the three extensions segments is expected to be fully complete by the end of 2022.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 27, 2009
Community Calendar

Community Calendar

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • May 5, 2018
UPDATE: Downtown condo shooting suspect turns himself in

The Sarasota Police Department said Ryan M. Flanzer barricaded himself in a bayfront hotel before surrendering.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 18, 2009
Brenner to run for District 3 seat

Longboat Key resident and former Planning and Zoning Board Chairman David Brenner's decision to run for the District 3 commission seat means two March races will be contested.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 20, 2022
Lakewood Ranch motorists split over a planned traffic light or roundabout on Lorraine Road

Those who use Lorraine Road agree traffic control is needed but debate whether a signal or a roundabout is needed at Players Drive.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • August 26, 2020
It won’t be a ‘V’ recovery

The $8.3 billion going to Florida counties for COVID-19 relief will do little to trigger a quick recovery. Visitors will need to know Florida is safe again.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 29, 2025
The 50-year decision

The Karins report on the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall brings to the fore many dilemmas. The Van Wezel needs $17 million to keep going . It’s worth $80 million. Should the city be in the theater business?

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
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