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By Andrew Warfield |
February 12, 2025

Challenge match reached to name Florida Studio Theatre expansion

Still undergoing staff review, Florida Studio Theatre reaches capital campaign goal to name its multi-use expansion McGillicuddy Arts Plaza.

Sarasota
News

By Vinnie Portell |
May 15, 2025

Booker football regroups after losing head coach

The Tornadoes' goals remain high despite the loss of Head Coach Scottie Littles.

Sarasota
Sports

By Observer Staff |
March 16, 2025

Halo Arts Project announces 2025 fellows

The fellowships come with a $5,000 stipend.

Arts + Culture

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 7, 2025

Investments trend positive for Longboat in fiscal 2025

Longboat Key finance personnel's mid-FY25 update showed positive trends in investment income, but work still to be done on recuperating financial losses from the hurricanes.

Longboat Key
News

By Adam Hughes |
February 13, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for Jan. 27-31 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

a two-house Siesta Key property on Ogden Street tops the week's sales at $6.4 million.

Sarasota
Real Estate

By Janet Combs |
March 8, 2025

Planned Parenthood champions its cause for accessible health care at annual dinner

The nonprofit celebrated its mission while also unveiling a new project with Ringling College of Art and Design students.

Black Tie

By Observer Staff |
April 9, 2025

Family discovers a surprise tenant in condo

A couple entering a family-owned rental finds a man living there, later learning their agent signed the lease for them. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Louis Llovio |
March 27, 2025

Why $30 million listings have come to our area, and why they're here to stay

The high-end waterfront market in the area is getting pricier and pricier, with multiple homes listed for $10 million and up. A few top $20 million — and even a few more are hitting $30 million.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
March 2, 2025

Bay Fest invites the community to the coast to learn about conservation efforts

Held at The Bay, the event showcased local environmental organizations working to improve the health of the Sarasota Bay area.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
March 22, 2025

Meet Longboat Chamber of Commerce's newest addition

Event coordinator Ellen Thomas looks forward to offering new activities for Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Business

By Observer Staff |
March 12, 2025

Applications now accepted for 2025 Gulf Coast Leadership Institute

The annual initiative of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation is designed to develop leadership skills in service to community.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 25, 2025

Mote releases two rehabbed loggerhead sea turtles off Lido Key

Sub-adult turtles Grimm and Monique were rescued after showing signs of red tide toxicity. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium rehabilitated the pair over several weeks.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 23, 2025

Resiliency projects top focus of Longboat Key’s 2026 planning

Projects in response to the 2024 hurricane season are among the top priorities during the commission's strategic planning retreat on April 21.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 7, 2025

Manatee rehab made possible at Mote with new federal designation

Approval through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service makes Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium a secondary care facility for manatees, aiding a larger statewide issue.