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By Jim DeLa |
February 16, 2025

Art in the Park set to celebrate 25 years of community talent

The 25th annual juried show showcases creativity within University Park.

East County
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
March 25, 2025

Braden River High junior wins Black History Month essay contest

Aaron Gordon, who loves music, picked Ray Charles as his subject for the essay.

East County
Schools

By Ian Swaby |
January 2, 2025

Sarasota Memorial Hospital welcomes first baby of the new year

A boy was born early in the morning on Jan. 1 at SMH.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
February 11, 2025

Longboat Key PD increases cyclist, pedestrian safety patrols

Officers will focus extra patrol efforts on high-risk areas on the island aimed at ensuring motorists, cyclists and pedestrians follow road safety rules.

Longboat Key
News

By Jay Heater |
March 13, 2025

Lakewood Ranch High teen arrested for making shooting threats

A 14-year-old student made social media posts about carrying out a shooting Friday.

East County
News

By Andrew Warfield |
October 22, 2024

Sarasota Players returning home to downtown Sarasota

The century-old performing arts organization's lease for Payne Park Auditorium has been approved by the City Commission, including plans to build a new facility nearby.

Sarasota
News

By Matt Walsh |
March 5, 2025

It's an unconvincing case

Each side of The Ringling-New College question can make a case. But it’s difficult to be convinced that New College is ready.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
January 13, 2025

Sarasota County expects $210M in federal storm recovery funding

A new round of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant funds will be allocated in accordance Sarasota County's Resilient SRQ program model.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
January 14, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 16-22

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 13, 2025

Town to host blood drive March 19

The town of Longboat Key will host a blood drive on Wednesday, March 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
February 18, 2025

Red tide effects pop up on Longboat Key beaches

Piles of dead fish added to the foul odor on some parts of Longboat Key beaches around Feb. 17.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
January 8, 2025

Sarasota finalizes agreement with police union

A ratified amendment of the collective bargaining agreement with the union that represents Sarasota Police Department personnel increases salaries across the board.

Sarasota
News

By Elizabeth King |
December 12, 2024

Sarasota County closes $19M deal for former fruit orchards

The county plans to use the property, previously owned by the Albritton family, for soil to cover the nearby landfill.

Sarasota
News

By Dana Kampa |
March 18, 2025

After 30-plus years of managing Beachplace, head staffer bids farewell

Family and friends commended Maintenance Manager Bob Kolesa for his three decades of hard work keeping things running smoothly at the condominium complex.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Adrian Moore, Ari Cohn |
March 12, 2025

Florida’s lawsuit against Target: hypocrisy

In February Florida’s attorney general filed a federal lawsuit against the Target Corp. on behalf of the State Board of Administration.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
January 1, 2025

Step out in 2025 with these Sarasota arts events

From "Funny Girl" to "Figaro," here are eight shows that you won't want to miss in the new year.

Arts + Culture

By Ian Swaby |
December 9, 2024

Hot air balloons come to Sarasota in Balloon Glow & Laser Show

The event showcased hot air balloons, giving the community a chance to enjoy something rarely seen in the area.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Janet Combs |
January 7, 2025

Tips to get your new year started right

Don't wash your hair, but do wear red or yellow underwear to bring health, love, luck and happiness to 2025.

Black Tie

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 19, 2025

Branham looks forward to new Longboat commission seat next week

Steve Branham will take an oath and his at-large commission seat during a statutory meeting on March 24.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
November 5, 2024

Collaboration results in approval of Fruitville Road rezoning

Months of meetings between multiple parties will permit rezoning of prime parcels to Downtown Core. The affordable housing density bonus will allow up to 200 units per acre on the 1-acre site.

Sarasota
News

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