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By Ian Swaby |
February 16, 2025

Motorcyclists ride in for camaraderie and charity at Thunder by the Bay

The music and motorcycle festival, held from Feb. 14-16, brings bikers, stunts and entertainment and support for the community.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
September 16, 2024

Multipurpose convention space is one possibility for Van Wezel

Visit Sarasota County's Erin Duggan tells Purple Ribbon Committee a hybrid convention center/performance space is an option.

Sarasota
News

By Matt Walsh |
December 24, 2024

Our priority: birds, people?

There is a simple solution to the proposed rezoning of the Smith Farm. The Audubon Society and stargazers should buy it.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 28, 2025

Manatee County revisits construction dust control issue

It's been a year since commissioners first addressed the issue, but residents say not much has changed.

East County
News

By Marty Fugate |
March 28, 2025

With 6 restaurants to helm, St. Regis chef shares his favorites

Culinary mastermind Damian Manfré keeps one eye on the traditions of the past and another eye on the innovations of the future.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Ian Swaby |
November 19, 2024

Young performers take center stage at Sarasota Rising: A Celebration of Youth

The closing event of the inaugural Living Arts Festival showcased up-and-coming talent in the community.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 25, 2025

Longboat Key Fire Rescue teams practices vehicle extrication techniques

Crew members spent an early afternoon walking through a simulated vehicle crash to get hands-on training with extrication equipment like the Hurst Jaws of Life.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 25, 2025

Resident calls police to solve heavy traffic delay on island

The complainant called emergency services about the seasonal traffic backups on the island. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Madison Bierl |
March 25, 2025

VFW Post 12055 donates $10,000 to Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee

Lee Waters, a VFW Post 12055 member, wanted to help Meals on Wheels continue to feed the hungry.

East County
News

By Andrew Warfield |
February 11, 2025

More multifamily coming to Sarasota's Main Street

A 142-unit mix of condos and apartments is planned for the site of the former Michael Saunders offices at Main Street and Osprey Avenue.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
December 23, 2024

2024: Sarasota by the numbers

From hurricane damage to government legal fees, here are some of the most notable figures in 2024.

Sarasota
News

By Adam Hughes |
January 28, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for Jan. 13-17 in Lakewood Ranch

A Concession home on Newlane Place tops the week's sales at $3.4 million.

East County
Real Estate

By Dana Kampa |
March 26, 2025

Inaugural event aims to unite LBK community through art appreciation

Arts in April features an outdoor art showcase, exhibition at Town Hall, comedy night and concert.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jim DeLa |
November 22, 2024

Sarasota High lockdown blamed on nearby construction

Sarasota High was on a brief lockdown Friday, which was apparently a false alarm.

Sarasota
Schools

By Lesley Dwyer |
February 17, 2025

Urban Air Adventure Park flies into Lakewood Ranch this summer

The 60,000-square-foot indoor adventure park is anticipated to open July 25 on Professional Parkway.

East County
Business

By Elizabeth King |
March 28, 2025

After a battering from Helene and Milton, Casey Key roars back to life

The past hurricane season hit Casey Key hard. Yet a sign things are getting better lies in the renewal of a popular beach pastime: parking hassles. "The biggest complaint I've seen from people," says one business owner, "is (lack of) beach parking."