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The King James Big & Tall at 4333 S. Tamiami Trail in Sarasota is going out of business.
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • September 1, 2025
Sarasota big and tall retailer to shutter after nearly 50 years

King James Big & Tall cites competition as its reason for going out of business.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Sarasota High rising senior Patrick Drymon went 7-for-17 at a national tournament this summer to earn All-Tournament Team honors.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • July 24, 2025
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Patrick Drymon

The Sarasota High baseball player was named to an All-Tournament team at a national tournament.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
A wealth of new home construction throughout the metropolitan area is contributing to its nation-leading percentage of home ownership.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 19, 2025
Sarasota metro has highest home ownership rate in the country

At 82.3%, the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota area was rated No. 1 by financial services website SmartAsset among all metros across the country in residents who own their homes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A rendering by Kimmich Smith Architecture of Saravela, which is planned between Fourth and Fifth streets at North Tamiami Trail.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 24, 2025
North Tamiami multifamily project wins alley vacation

A developer worked with concerned residents on concessions to win support for plans to build 282-unit Saravela.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Noah Chieffo starred early and often for Riverview in its high-scoring affair with Palmetto on Sept. 5, 2025.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • September 10, 2025
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Noah Chieffo

The Rams senior wide receiver/tight end had a quarter for the ages in Week 3.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
There are an estimated 700 short-term rental properties throughout the city of Sarasota.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 23, 2025
Changes coming to Sarasota's vacation rental ordinance

City commissioners learn citywide ordinance isn't really citywide as they approve staff recommended updates to law that regulates short-term rentals.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat veteran urges town to take a drive toward Gulf of America
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • July 23, 2025
Longboat veteran urges town to take a drive toward Gulf of America

Uncertainty remain over how to rename Gulf of Mexico Drive, how much it might cost and who would pay.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jack's Donuts has been in business since 1961.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • May 25, 2025
Dough not miss the best donuts in Sarasota and Bradenton

Celebrate National Donut Day with crispy, creamy circular creations that will sprinkle you with happiness.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Incoming Longboat Key Chief of Police Russ Mager speaks during a ceremony in 2022 when he was Delray Beach's chief.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 31, 2025
Longboat Key gets a new police chief on Aug. 4

Public is invited to morning swearing-in ceremony of Russ Mager.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Key Chorale artistic director, CEO extends contract for 10 years
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 21, 2025
Key Chorale artistic director, CEO extends contract for 10 years

The symphonic chorus also announced vocalist hires and staff promotions.

  • Arts + Culture
A rendering of the as-yet not named Zenith Redevelopment project, which will include nearly 42,000 sauare feet of retail and commercial at the Five Points roundabout.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 23, 2025
Redevelopment of downtown building will create 18-story tower

Plans for the vacant Zenith office tower in Sarasota will include demolition and development of a 96-unit residence and 42,000 square feet of commercial space.

  • Sarasota
  • News
St. Lucie County's Sara Rosenzweig and Volusia County's Copper Reynolds share a moment of excitement as they complete their 100 meter race at the Special Olympics Florida 2025 State Stand Up Paddle Competititon on Aug. 16.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • August 17, 2025
Special Olympics athletes stand up to the challenge at Sarasota paddling event

The Stand Up Paddle event drew 155 athletes to Nathan Benderson Park.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sarasota High junior Sydney Mullen is learning how to play libero for a new-look Sailors volleyball team.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • August 6, 2025
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Sydney Mullen

The junior Sailor is learning a new position to play beyond high school.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Florida Studio Theatre's production of "Jersey Boys" runs through May 25 at FST's Gompertz Theatre.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 6, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for May 8-14

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Lakewood Ranch residents Chris and Megan Matras are eager to open Jeff's Bagel Run in Lakewood Ranch. They will serve bagels, cream cheese, coffee and more.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • July 22, 2025
Jeff's Bagel Run to open in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch residents Chris and Megan Matras are eager to bring the Jeff's Bagel Run franchise to Lakewood Ranch.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Ryan Yonker, 13, Rabbi Michael Shefrin, Yonker's cousin Mila Gordon, 4, and Snait Ben-Herut gather together.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 14, 2025
Families celebrate Passover at Temple Emanu-El dinner

The Annual Family Seder allowed all ages to enjoy a Seder meal together.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
This vacation rental home at 460 N. Washington Drive on St. Armands Key was the site of two unauthorized flash parties in recent weeks.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 16, 2025
Vacant vacation houses targeted for unauthorized use

Vacation rentals on St. Armands and Lido Keys have been recently used for three impromptu house parties and one illegal occupation; owners are advised to secure and monitor their properties.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Boat engine damaged by water in the fuel tank
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 30, 2025
Boat engine damaged by water in the fuel tank

A couple discovered their sluggish boat engine resulted from someone putting nine gallons of water in their gas tank. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Upon the closing of the exhibit, the multicolored basketballs that form the towering pyramid will be sent to scores of schools and community groups.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 27, 2025
Art exhibit will become 650 playthings for Sarasota schools, youth groups

The idea to donate the basketballs came from the artist and was coordinated by the museum.

  • Arts + Culture
These summer camps inspire future artists, performers and cultural connoisseurs
  • By Su Byron |
  • May 16, 2025
These summer camps inspire future artists, performers and cultural connoisseurs

Wondering what to do with the kids this summer? Arts camps abound for a variety of interests.

  • Arts + Culture
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