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The Bay Phase 1 opened in October 2022.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 2, 2025
The Bay in Sarasota receives $1 million 'capping' gift

The grant completes Patterson Foundation's giving to Bay Park Conservancy at $10 million in gifts and challenge matches.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This is a rendering of the outdoor patio for the proposed Backyard Social off of Professional Parkway in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • September 20, 2024
Mixed reviews for proposed dining, entertainment spot in Lakewood Ranch

A revised application for Backyard Social will be reviewed by the Sarasota Planning Commission on Oct. 3.

  • East County
  • News
Bagpipe players lead the dogs in the Lucky Dog Parade at the 2024 Irish Celtic Festival.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 21, 2025
The best things to do in Lakewood Ranch this spring

From live music to classic cars, the Lakewood Ranch area has events for everyone.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Bottles of wine line a shelf in Sugar Champagne Bar.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 26, 2025
Sugar Champagne Bar prepares for Friday opening

The luxury reservation-only bar, with a minimum tab of $150, will hold its grand opening Friday, March 28 in downtown Sarasota.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Carolyn Conner and Jake Wright put hurricane shutters at Cigar Paradise.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • September 25, 2024
St. Armands Circle and Longboat residents prepare for Hurricane Helene

Business owners plan to stay up for most of Wednesday and close on Sept. 26 for safety concerns due to the incoming hurricane.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sea turtle hatchling released on Longboat Key after being rehabbed at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 28, 2024
New sea turtle lighting issues arise for St. Regis Longboat Key

According to town staff, the resort has received $6,850 in fines since May 10, and Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium reported three sea turtle hatchling disorientations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Susan Phillips will leave her position as assistant to the town manager at the end of March.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 26, 2025
Susan Phillips leaves behind a legacy of dedication to Longboat Key

Phillips spent 27 years taking on a heap of responsibilities as the town manager's assistant and has the stories to prove it.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A Renzo Piano Building Workshop conceptual rendering of the Sarasota Performing Arts Center as viewed from the 10th Street Canal.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 6, 2025
SPAC business plan: Many more events, $4M annual operating deficit

Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation calls the projected revenue gap typical of performance halls and is confident philanthropy will cover the difference.

  • Sarasota
  • News
John Neal, with Neal Land & Neighborhoods, is building North River Ranch in Parrish.
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • February 18, 2025
Big projects to keep an eye on in Parrish

With bulldozers and (lots of) building permits in tow, a pair of communities a short car ride away from Lakewood Ranch are in boom mode. "Coming soon" signs dot the landscape.

  • East County
  • News
Manatee County seeks planning commissioner
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 26, 2023
Manatee County seeks planning commissioner

The Planning Commission is a citizen's advisory committee that makes recommendations to the County Commission on land-use items.

  • East County
  • News
The front entrance of Manatee County's leased space at Whitney Plaza.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 19, 2025
Manatee County to leave Longboat Key plaza space in August

The county planned to turn the leased space into a community center with adult education classes but now is shifting away from putting money into a leased space.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Charles Stottlemyer (1929-2025)
  • In Memoriam |
  • March 28, 2025
Charles Edward “Charlie” Stottlemyer

Charles Edward “Charlie” Stottlemyer, devoted husband, loving dad and “Poppi”, faithful friend, successful businessman, and generous community leader, was called home to his Lord on March 20, 2025.

  • Sarasota
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Gail Bowers, a kindergarten teacher at Fruitivlle Elementary, works with student Marina Prybylski.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 8, 2024
Sarasota County Schools millage referendum is top performer in state

The referendum passed through 84.06% of the vote.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Garden Party to support UF/IFAS Extension sensory garden
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 19, 2025
Garden Party to support UF/IFAS Extension sensory garden

A 1960s-themed garden party to support UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County's sensory garden will be held March 29, rain or shine.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Stephen Fancher, chief advancement officer with the All Star Children's Foundation, speaks with Longboat Key Chapel residents supporting this month's backpack drive.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • March 23, 2025
Backpacks make world of difference for kids entering foster care, expert says

Longboat Key Chapel accepting backpack donations throughout the month for the Sarasota-based All Star Children's Foundation.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Some homes on Siesta Key are built over several underlying 25-foot-wide lots as platted in the early 19th century.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 11, 2024
Request to combine 'nonconforming lots' on barrier islands denied

Sarasota County Commission approval would have allowed legacy 25-foot-wide lots to be redeveloped contrary to the current density requirements.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tammy Hauser is the founder of Discover Sarasota Tours.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • April 9, 2025
Take Tammy's trolley to learn all about Sarasota

Discover Sarasota offers hassle-free tours of the city's architecture, history and culture.

  • Arts + Culture
Longboat Key Fire Rescue Lt. Daniel Heath breaks open a window to practice creating an entry point for crews. This tactic could be used in fire response or storm rescue scenarios.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 18, 2025
Longboat Key Fire Rescue repurposes flooded homes for training

The department practiced forcible entry tactics at homes on the island that were slated for demolition due to flooding sustained during hurricanes.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota County has issued a burn ban to help prevent wildfire.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 27, 2025
Sarasota County issues burn ban

Because of local drought conditions and an increased chance of fire hazards, Sarasota County has issued a countywide burn ban.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Scot Ruberg
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 9, 2025
Scooter of the Beach reflects on over 30 years as a lifeguard

Scot Ruberg, also known as Scooter of the Beach, has become Siesta Key's most celebrated lifeguard.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
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