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By Ian Swaby |
February 2, 2025

Siesta Key Chamber honors members at annual Awards Dinner

The event, held for chamber members, celebrated individuals within the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
February 17, 2025

For Jimmie Fadden, the circle is still unbroken

The Sarasota drummer is playing the Van Wezel with the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band’s farewell tour.

Arts + Culture

By Andrew Warfield |
February 20, 2025

SPAC pact still faces City Commission uncertainty

A rising price tag on pared-down project, the county's fiscal disinterest and bay view easements make commissioners uneasy over committing to next design phase of the Sarasota Performing Arts Center.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
February 4, 2025

SPD Mobile Command Center reports for duty

The new mobile center goes into action after an 18-month wait following its approval.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
December 4, 2024

Art Center Sarasota names new management team

Sarasota's oldest visual arts organization has a new executive director and board chair.

Arts + Culture

By Dana Kampa |
April 5, 2025

St. Armands church celebrates installation of pipe organ years in the making

With more than 2,000 pipes involved, the new organ at St. Armands Key Lutheran Church brings a bold musical presence to the Circle.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 12, 2025

Suncoast Waterkeeper releases 2024 water quality report

The report shows trends in the region's concentrations of enterococci, a bacteria that is a fecal matter indicator.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 1, 2025

Alleged HOA coup draws Longboat PD response

Officers responded to a report of individuals starting a coup by speaking loudly and delaying a meeting. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Ian Swaby |
February 3, 2025

Highland Games & Celtic Festival honors Scottish culture

The second annual Suncoast Scottish Highland Games & Celtic Festival included games, dancing, music and animals.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Eric Garwood |
March 19, 2025

New library app a boon for Manatee residents

More than 7,000 newspaper and magazine titles can be accessed for free with PressReader.

East County
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
April 2, 2025

Suncoast Classic needs locals willing to host Korn Ferry Tour golfers and caddies

Host families in the Lakewood Ranch area do not need to be golfers or fans to lend a hand.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 2, 2025

Longboat Key Turtle Watch prepares for 2025 nesting season

Volunteers started by repainting about 500 stakes that will be used to mark nests this season.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
January 11, 2025

Sarasota County Schools broke record graduation rate in 2023-24

The district had a graduation rate of 92.5% for the 2023-2024 school year, the highest in its recorded history.

Sarasota
Schools

By Eric Garwood |
March 11, 2025

Top jumpers come to TerraNova Equestrian Center for Split Rock Finale

The Myakka City facility continues to grow in reputation in equestrian sports.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 27, 2025

Gulf of Mexico Drive reopens after accident in construction area

The road was temporarily closed near Sloop Lane due to a two-vehicle accident that occurred around 5:15 a.m. on Thursday.

Longboat Key
News

By Adam Hughes |
February 12, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for Jan. 27-31 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A John Ringling Estates home on South Washington Drive tops the week’s sales at $5.45 million.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

By Andrew Warfield |
November 22, 2024

Selby Gardens embarks on Master Plan Phase 2

The capital campaign for building the second phase of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has reached 66% of its $60.9 million goal.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
January 7, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 9-15

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Observer Staff |
December 17, 2024

Sarasota ranks second in US in GoFundMe giving

More than 500 active fundraising campaigns are active in this area.

Sarasota
News

By JL Bainbridge Family Wealth Advisors |
October 24, 2024

Medicare: Demystifying the Eligibility and Enrollment Process

To learn more about Medicare and how to incorporate it into your financial strategy, JL Bainbridge offers free seminars at their downtown Sarasota office.

Sarasota
Neighbors

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