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While some people still go just to read and check out books, Sarasota's libraries offer a wide variety of services. (Cassidy Alexander)
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • October 13, 2017
The next chapter: How libraries are adapting to users' changing needs

As in-person library use falls, Sarasota system sees a swing toward virtual services and new emphasis as community hubs.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Photo by Jen Blanco
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 10, 2015
Pro league tackles Lakewood Ranch

Major League Football executives announced the new professional league will move its headquarters to the Premier Sports Campus.

  • East County
  • News
Howard Rooks is hoping that some of his regular customers continue to visit the restaurant at its new location. File photo.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 11, 2017
Longboat’s Amore set to move to Burns Court in Sarasota

Property investor Howard Rooks is purchasing the property at 443 Burns Court in downtown Sarasota.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 25, 2014
News Briefs

County government launches service app; Public comments on health care available; More stores commit to new mall

  • East County
  • News
Dan Sidler is the Greater Sarasota Chamber’s vice president of CareerEdge and economic development.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 13, 2025
Gulf Coast Community Foundation grants CareerEdge $150,000

Gulf Coast Community Foundation grants CareerEdge $150,000 to suppport the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce initiative's career training and advancement program.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Linn Torres at the "New to You" art sale at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • February 10, 2024
All Angels' art sale raises record amount of money in first 3 days

The annual art sale at All Angels by the Sea has received more than 300 art pieces.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 30, 2010
Islandside vote postponed until afternoon

The Longboat Key Club and Resort's Islandside hearing will reconvene at 12:30 p.m. to allow the commissioners time to read through a revised ordinance before voting on second reading.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
River Club Plaza takes shape — read more about it in today's headlines!
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • March 20, 2013
March 20: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Deputies find dead man near Pinecraft Park; Longboat Key mayor, vice mayor remain seated; Rick Mills swears in as Manatee County School District superintendent; River Club Plaza takes shape

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 29, 2018
Top sale: Beyond the gates of $4,825,000 bayfront home

1001 Tocobaga Lane, home sold, waterfront for $4,825,000, Sarasota bay real estate.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Courtesy photo Larry Marthaler and Nik Wallenda
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 22, 2014
Longboat resident at center of Circus Ring of Fame

Larry Marthaler, who founded the Circus Ring of Fame to recognize Sarasota's colorful big-top history, receives plaque.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 14, 2010
Two-Man Golf Tour to be played at top courses

The new concept is open to all golfers. A PGA tour player will present trophies after the final round.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jesse Ansley
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 14, 2012
SIDELINES

Rider crowned National Champion; Ranch senior defends state championship; Nolan girls win county crown; Lady Pirates go undefeated in Preseason Classic

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 29, 2009
Burglars strike East County storage facility

According to a sheriff's office report released Thursday night, sometime between May 14 and May 26, unknown persons entered the 4 Star Storage at 3106 81st Court E. and broke into six RV vehicles.

  • East County
  • News
Photo by Andy Eubanks.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 29, 2012
Hillcroft notches overtime win in first Observer Cup

The Sarasota Polo Club completed the first of five 12-goal tournaments Feb. 26, with Hillcroft defeating M&I Wealth Management 11-10 in overtime in The Observer Cup.

  • East County
  • Sports
Floyd Street will be repaved between Oct. 26 and Nov. 3.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 25, 2011
City street resurfacing begins this week

The city of Sarasota will resurface approximately 13 miles of its city streets beginning Wednesday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • January 8, 2020
Two Sarasota County libraries to reinstate Sunday hours

Selby and Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Public Libraries will be open for limited hours on Sundays.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Riverview's D.J. Bryant was named the MVP of the Sarasota-Manatee Boys Basketball All-Star Game March 26.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 31, 2016
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 03.31.16

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 03.31.16

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 21, 2014
Top Stories - Siesta Key: January

Preliminary reports indicate that one person was killed Wednesday morning in a vehicle collision with a pedestrian at the southern end of Midnight Pass Road.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Local authorities found drugs, $525 in cash and a .38 caliber revolver at the home of 26-year-old Jeremy Cray while executing a search warrant Wednesday.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 17, 2014
Police release details of drug bust

Sarasota Police seized more than 35 grams of cocaine and a firearm from a home on the 1400 block of 19th Street during a search last week.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Urban Land Institute Implementation Advisory Committee's first meeting is set for 9 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26 at Town Hall.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 21, 2013
ULI committee schedules first meeting

The committee will hold a discussion regarding its mission and task schedule moving forward.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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