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By Observer Staff |
March 27, 2025

Sarasota County issues burn ban

Because of local drought conditions and an increased chance of fire hazards, Sarasota County has issued a countywide burn ban.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
March 12, 2025

New Gillespie Park historical marker honors Sarasota's first mayor

The new marker honors the contributions of John Hamilton Gillespie, the "father of Sarasota," in the park bearing his name.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 13, 2025

LBK Rotarians gift Longboat first responders wishlist items

The Rotary Club of Longboat Key presented about $5,500 worth of work-related gifts to Longboat Key’s first responders.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Vinnie Portell |
April 30, 2025

Nextlevelz tackles football concerns with local clinic

The developmental program teaches 100 youth football players how to tackle.

East County
Sports

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 30, 2025

Lake Club Women's Giving Circle grows into an important community resource

The circle started with 10 members over 10 years ago and has since doled out over $220,000 worth of grants.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 6, 2025

Longboat passes tree ordinance exemption for storm-damaged properties

The amendment eliminates the replacement requirement for properties that need to remove dead or severely damaged trees caused by natural disasters.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
March 27, 2025

Sarasota EDC adapts to county funding cut

The Economic Development Corp. of Sarasota County is responding to the business tax elimination by employing greater efficiencies.

Sarasota
News

By Miri Hardy |
May 4, 2025

Connectivity key to healthy habitats

Wildlife corridors help maintain natural processes that support clean air, rich soil and freshwater.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
May 22, 2025

Siesta Key resident honors military service members with flag ceremony

Every day, rain or shine, except Sundays, Wayne Bundy raises and lowers the flag at Beach Access 2 at Siesta Key Beach.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
May 20, 2025

Manatee School Board fires superintendent

Mainly citing concerns over communication, the Manatee County School Board on Tuesday fired Superintendent Jason Wysong with just over 13 months remaining on his contract.

East County
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
April 2, 2025

Sarasota Orchestra reveals conceptual plan for new music center

The concept of the Sarasota Orchestra's new music center features three distinct spaces surrounding a central courtyard.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
November 20, 2024

Planning Board backs plan to trade height for historic preservation

The plan to allow owners of historic structures to sell development rights now goes before the Sarasota City Commission with requests for additional considerations.