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The Steigerwaldt-Jockey Children’s Fountain will be open for its regular hours Monday, but fall hours will go into effect the next day.
  • By David Conway |
  • August 29, 2014
City, county closures scheduled for Labor Day

Government offices in Sarasota County, the city of Sarasota, Longboat Key and East County will close Monday, Sept. 1, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 25, 2010
Asian culture fest features lion dance

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens will hosts its fifth annual Asian Cultural Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 27 and Feb. 28.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Elisa Rodriguez, Diana Aleman, Marlene Marcos, David Christopher, and Erica Manteiga of Just the Funny. Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 4, 2018
FST offers locally sourced laughter at its 10th Sarasota Improv Festival

Florida-based performers get their share of laughs at Florida Studio Theatre's 2018 Sarasota Improv Festival.

  • Arts + Culture
Local officials and representatives of The Miracle League of Manasota and other agencies sang "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" as part of the groundbreaking ceremony.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 14, 2011
FULL STORY: Baseball complex to open

The Miracle League of Manasota and Sarasota County officially broke ground on a specialized baseball complex for individuals with disabilities.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 22, 2013
Town manager seeks $300,000 in budget cuts

Town Manager Dave Bullock warned the commission to expect another year of revenue shortfalls and rising pension costs.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota police arrest two men for running a marijuana operation. The arrest came after a six-month investigation conducted by narcotics unit detectives.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • May 6, 2013
May 6: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Three men severely injure man on Siesta Key Public Beach; Sarasota police arrest two men for running a marijuana operation; Commission to review Colony issues tonight

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 15, 2019
Longboat mayor's letter urges against road plan in Sarasota

City Commission expected to discuss Fruitville Road rework at meeting today.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Nicholas Lewis, Stephanie Muench, Sierra Dickerson, Gabby Maraia, Melanie Mason, Colby Elliott and Andrew Romano. Photo by Mallory Gnaegy.
  • By June LeBell |
  • November 14, 2012
Music Review: Sarasota Youth Opera: 'Little Nemo in Slumberland'

Sarasota Opera is looking to the future by dipping into the past with the world premiere of an opera by composer Daron Aric Hagen, with a libretto by J.D. McClatchy, called "Little Nemo in Slumberland."

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 29, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, March 30

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 14, 2014
LBK Liquors: On tap for next week?

LBK Liquors could open at Whitney Beach Plaza by next week.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Board chair Bridget Ziegler has expressed reservations at the timeline to hire the initial 30 members of the school district's planned police force.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • May 2, 2018
Teacher's arrest adds to board's concerns over hiring timeline for police

After hiring a teacher with a missed red flag on his file, some Sarasota County School Board members are hesitant to hire half a police force before August.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lynches Pub & Grub is located on St. Armands Circle and offers a selection of authentic Irish cuisine and American favorites.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 13, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Lynches Pub & Grub

This week we went in the kitchen at Lynches Pub & Grub with owners and sisters Chris and Ethna Lynch as they prepare traditional Irish lamb stew. Get the recipe and watch an instructional video in this week's 'In the Kitchen.'

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 8, 2010
Our view

St. Denis' Waterloo?

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • October 28, 2016
Hershorin Schiff Community Day School celebrates "Challah-ween"

Hershorin Schiff Community Day School hosted a challah bread bake off to celebrate Halloween and educate students on the importance of challah bread during the Shabbat.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Braden River High girls soccer team shut out Palmetto 6-0 to advance to tonight's district semifinal at Seminole Osceola.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 21, 2011
Lady Pirates advance to district semifinals

The Braden River High girls soccer team blanked Palmetto 6-0 in a Class 4A-District 10 quarterfinal match Jan. 20.

  • East County
  • Sports
8445 Sanderling Road. Photos courtesy of Michael Saunders
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • March 20, 2013
3 Things: On the Beach

The beach hideaway - it's everybody's favorite real-estate fantasy. Long, lazy days, the sound of the waves, good times with family and friends - it's the American Dream, Sarasota-style.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 30, 2009
Lady Pirates power past Lady Tigers

The Braden River High volleyball team remains undefeated in the district after having posted a 3-0 victory over Palmetto Sept. 29.

  • East County
  • Sports
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 14, 2017
Cops Corner: Man reports shots fired into his home

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 14, 2010
Community Golf Scores 06.01.10 to 06.08.10

East County golfers post amazing numbers on area courses.

  • East County
  • Sports
Town commission candidates spoke to Longboat Key voters earlier this month at a public forum.
  • By John McGuire |
  • March 6, 2017
Early voting begins on Longboat Key

Early voting will be available until Saturday March 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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