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By Andrew Warfield |
August 15, 2024

Southgate Mall redevelopment takes another step forward

Benderson Development plans to redevelop the site, now called Crossings at Siesta Key, into a mixed-use town center.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
May 5, 2025

The Juice Pod is open on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

After a series of setbacks, owners Tali and Jeremy Williams are up and running with the brand's first Florida franchise.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Matt Walsh |
January 29, 2025

The 50-year decision

The Karins report on the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall brings to the fore many dilemmas. The Van Wezel needs $17 million to keep going . It’s worth $80 million. Should the city be in the theater business?

Sarasota
Opinion

By State College of Florida Advanced Technology Center |
July 18, 2024

Youth+Innovation STEM Programs at the State College of Florida Advanced Technology Center

SCF offers a dynamic range of pre-college workshops, camps, homeschool classes, and after-school activities designed to give students a head start in STEM fields.

East County
Schools

Late-night dining, entertainment on hold in Lakewood Ranch

Sarasota County commissioners granted a continuance instead of voting no to a request near Waterside.

East County
News

By Jay Heater |
March 13, 2025

Lakewood Ranch author tells his sailing adventures in 'Ocean Speed'

Bob Krieg describes his 3.5-year sail around the world, but the book also gives tips and advice on long-distance sailing.

East County
Neighbors

By Letters to the Editor |
February 28, 2025

There's more to the osprey on Longboat

Comments on Longboat's resident osprey, freedom of speech and red tide cleanup in letters to the editor.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Emma Burke |
January 11, 2025

These Sarasota tapas are the talk of the town

Grab a glass of sangria and prepare for a parade of tapas that’ll keep the good vibes — and your plate — overflowing.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Observer Staff |
October 10, 2024

See the impact of Hurricane Milton around Sarasota, Siesta Key

Hurricane Milton made landfall near Lido and Siesta keys at 8:30 p.m. Oct. 9 as a Category 3 storm.

Sarasota
News

By Madison Bierl |
April 28, 2025

Free acting class series coming to Lakewood Ranch Library

Florida Studio Theatre employees will lead classes on Improv for All, Acting Foundations, Reader’s Circle and Intro to Playwriting.

East County
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
April 23, 2025

Final chance to see Lipizzan stallions in Myakka City this season

Herrmann's Royal Lipizzan Stallions will close the season with a salute to Operation Cowboy.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 7, 2025

Investments trend positive for Longboat in fiscal 2025

Longboat Key finance personnel's mid-FY25 update showed positive trends in investment income, but work still to be done on recuperating financial losses from the hurricanes.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
December 17, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Dec. 19-25

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 26, 2025

FDOT to assume larger responsibility for Broadway Roundabout project

The Florida Department of Transportation agreed to manage the project for the town of Longboat Key to get the Broadway Roundabout underway after a series of previous delays and hurdles.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
May 21, 2025

Pending changes to Manatee County's trash collection raises questions

Manatee County moves toward the "Big Bin Advantage" with 96-gallon trash cans, but some residents say the coming change just stinks.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
March 20, 2025

2025 sports summer camps in Sarasota, Manatee

Check out the sports camps available in Sarasota and Manatee counties this summer.

Summer Fun Guide

By Lesley Dwyer |
January 14, 2024

Manatee County severs ties with American Library Association

The commission voted to end the county's membership and barred staff from attending conferences of the national library organization.

East County
News

By Dana Kampa |
January 29, 2025

Find treasures at 'New to You' art sale

All Angels by the Sea is holding its fifth annual art sale, starting Feb. 3, to support the nonprofit Turning Points, which helps residents avoid homelessness.