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By Vinnie Portell |
June 24, 2025

Former Sarasota High football player faces long recovery after shooting

Auburn University running back Brian Battie was awarded the 2025 Wilma Rudolph Award for his resilience.

Sarasota
Sports

By Andrew Warfield |
June 21, 2025

Midtown Plaza redevelopment begins its run through city approval

Plans are to redevelop the site of the long-vacant Winn-Dixie next to Michael's on East into a mixed-use project with apartments, a hotel and retail.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
March 11, 2025

Big downtown Sarasota project faces big adjustments

The city's Development Review Committee tells the developer of Adagio it must reduce apartment density and height to comply with zoning codes prior to formally submitted plans.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
May 8, 2025

Sarasota Station plan remains on track to move forward

Although nearly derailed by City Commission concerns, the profit center portion of the affordable housing project wins two key approvals.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
June 3, 2025

Eagles’ nest delays construction on 44th Avenue East extension

Manatee County staff made several accommodations for wildlife during the planning and construction of the roadway.

East County
News

By Vinnie Portell |
April 16, 2025

Riverview girls tennis star leaves it all on the court

Julia Piotrowska, a senior at Riverview High, brought fiery play with her from Poland.

Sarasota
Sports

By Ian Swaby |
June 27, 2025

Eagle Fest spreads wings across the community at Alta Vista Elementary

The school closed out its summer school with Eagle Fest, held for its families and featuring inflatables, games, activities and community resources.

Sarasota
Schools

By Petra Rivera |
December 31, 2024

Jon Mongeau brings extravagant florals to Longboat with Le Gardenia Bleu

From programmer to florist, Jon Mongeau plans to use his 38 years of floral design to mentor new florists and help Longboat Key bloom.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Marty Fugate |
May 6, 2025

Florida Studio Theatre's 'Jersey Boys' moves from streetlights to spotlights

The character-driven musical tells the true-life story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

By Observer Staff |
June 6, 2025

Sarasota, Manatee counties offer free sandbags

To help residents prepare for hurricane season, Sarasota and Manatee counties will hold self-service sandbag filling at multiple locations.

Sarasota
News

By Vinnie Portell |
March 4, 2025

East County Athlete of the Week: Jonathan Leatt

Leatt helped the Mustangs win the Lakewood Ranch Invitational with three top-three finishes.

East County
Sports

In Memoriam |
June 24, 2025

Ora Mendels

Ora Mendels passed away at the age of 88 in her home on Longboat Key, FL, on June 23rd, with her family around her.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Jay Heater |
April 2, 2025

Blue Butterfly manager provides a lifetime of hugs to children who are grieving

Danielle Wondrak, whose dad died when she was 10, said it is her calling to help grieving children.

East County
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
September 12, 2024

Manatee County Commission District 1: Jennifer Hamey

Meet the candidate.

Elections

By Andrew Warfield |
December 28, 2024

Bay Plaza owners granted status to appeal Obsidian condo tower

The Planning Board's decision to grant aggrieved party status to Bay Plaza Owners Assocation means it may proceed with an appeal of the administrative approval of the Obsidian condo tower.