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By Andrew Warfield |
June 12, 2025

Study committee leans toward no reuse for Van Wezel

Repurposing of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall appearing less of an option as the Purple Ribbon Committee works through a preliminary draft of its report to the City Commission.

Sarasota
News

By Jay Heater |
April 1, 2025

APRIL FOOL: County toys with idea for new events center

The fluorescent facility would light up Premier.

April Fools

By Observer Staff |
May 1, 2025

Manatee County begins distributing 96-gallon trash bins

New trash bins will coincide with addition of automated trucks in October.

East County
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 12, 2025

What to keep in mind as hurricane season approaches

Longboat Key’s Fire Chief and Emergency Manager Chief Dezzi recently shared insights and best practices to help the community prepare for the season that starts June 1.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
June 4, 2025

Teens terrorize motorists by tossing tennis balls, other objects at their cars

Young males reported throwing objects from their car at passing vehicles were identified by the license plate. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
May 28, 2025

Sarasota Music Festival holds a mirror to history

Festival Director Jeffrey Kahane uses music to explore the past, including that of his own family.

Arts + Culture

By Andrew Warfield |
July 22, 2024

New youth sailing building faces zoning headwinds

Plans for a new Sarasota Youth Sailing facility could be subject to a restriction on outdoor storage of boats.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
April 11, 2024

New $73M fire academy needed now, says County Commission

Sarasota commissioners douse plans to build a pared-down $53.8 million training facility and ask staff to explore additional funding sources.

Sarasota
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
May 15, 2025

Benny Sato Ambush steps down as artistic director of Venice Theatre

Ambush helped the community theater rebound from COVID and Hurricane Ian.

Arts + Culture

By Observer Staff |
March 24, 2025

CareerEdge Funders Collaborative releases 2024 impact report

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce initiative added $1.3 million to the two-county economy, according to the 2024 report.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
May 19, 2025

Planning Board advances Sarasota Yacht Club expansion

The Sarasota Yacht Club is planning to add 12,691 square feet of space, including a new three-story building.

Sarasota
News

By Dana Kampa |
February 5, 2025

Savor the Sounds concert series returns to Longboat this spring

Big Z Band starts off the three-part chamber concert series on March 1 at the Town Center Green.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
December 5, 2024

Longboat ordinance eliminates permit requirement for drywall repair

The emergency ordinance was passed to eliminate a permit requirement, making it easier for single-family property owners to repair drywall after the hurricanes.