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By Andrew Warfield |
October 19, 2025

Five Points mixed-use project in Sarasota nears staff approval

The Development Review Committee gives partial sign-off to Zenith redevelopment and North Tamiami Trail site rezoning, as Midtown Plaza faces more scrutiny.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
November 9, 2025

Sarasota Orchestra receives $5 million gift for new music venue

The gift from local philanthropic leaders Tom and Sherry Koski brings to $75 million in donations toward the planned Sarasota Orchestra Music Center.

Sarasota
News

By Florida Studio Theatre |
November 28, 2025

A Tailor Near Me at Florida Studio Theatre

This Heartwarming Tale runs December 10, 2025 - February 15, 2026 in the Keating Theatre.

Arts + Entertainment
Spotlight Partners

Founders Garden Club welcomes celebrity floral designer to annual luncheon

John Grady Burns gave attendees of the club's annual Flower Talk a few tricks for creating a beautiful floral arrangement.

Black Tie

By Jack Nelson |
November 17, 2025

Riverview girls, Sarasota boys win swimming state titles

The two high school programs both extended their respective reigns in FHSAA Class 4A.

Sarasota
Sports

By Andrew Warfield |
October 18, 2025

Sarasota hires new city engineer

Former Holmes Beach Public Works Director Sage Kamiya is named to succeed new Sarasota Public Works Director Nikesh Patel as city engineer.

Sarasota
News

By The Sarasota Players |
November 14, 2025

Rent at The Sarasota Players

Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today.

Arts + Entertainment
Spotlight Partners

Sarasota Contemporary Dance celebrates its 20th Mainstage Season

This milestone year reflects on the powerful creative relationships that have shaped Sarasota Contemporary Dance (SCD).

Arts + Entertainment
Spotlight Partners

Sarasota deputy shoots man with a knife

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office said the man was taken to Sarasota Memorial Hospital for treatment.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
November 18, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Nov. 20-26

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Ian Swaby |
November 11, 2025

Generations honor sacrifices at Sarasota Veterans Day Parade

Amid cold weather, the parade featured various local organizations and clubs, schools and government departments.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
December 3, 2025

At the Wonderland circus, it's a Wallenda-ful life

Nik Wallenda brings his family and friends back to the UTC mall in a new theater-style tent.

Arts + Culture

By Dana Kampa |
November 22, 2025

Anti-human trafficking survivors share stories to Longboat group

Representatives from Selah Freedom disclosed their experiences with St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church Women's Guild members.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Eric Garwood |
November 14, 2025

New Schools of Hope requests double up in Sarasota, Manatee

A second South Florida company seeks space and says it's casting a wide net for 2027-28 school year.

Sarasota
Schools

By Adam Hughes |
November 26, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for Nov. 10-14 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A home on Bird Key on Bird Key Drive tops the week’s sales at $6.35 million.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

By Eric Garwood |
November 17, 2025

Request for Charlie Kirk memorial road approved

The Sarasota County Commission approved a measure requesting the state designate a segment of Fruitville Road as a Charlie Kirk memorial.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
December 3, 2025

Man asked female lifeguard to treat private area

A male beachgoer asked a female lifeguard to administer first aid to a jellyfish sting on an intimate region. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.