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Emergency Management Chief Ed McCrane explains what different zones mean, and why it's important to know yours.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • June 21, 2017
Evacuation zones updated for 2017

Residents are encouraged to "know their zone" before a storm is approaching, and prepare.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The "Hagen Brody" burger comes with cheddar cheese, bacon, BBQ sauce and more on a brioche bun.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • July 28, 2021
Ford's Garage in UTC area names burgers after Sarasota figures

Feeling hungry for a Larry Thompson burger? The Ford's Garage restaurant has you covered.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 22, 2023
Second vote required to officially adopt new city seal

A Sarasota city staffer discovered that the original city seal was incorporated into the city code, which required an ordinance to legally adopt the new design.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Bird Key Park is along Ringling Causeway. (file)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 14, 2022
No-swim advisory lifted for Bird Key Park

Results of follow-up testing expected on Friday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Michael Eng |
  • January 14, 2010
Major water line severed

Town Center Parkway's northbound lanes have been closed.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 7, 2010
Third-grader assumes school's top post

Braden River Elementary School student Paul Labriola spent today acting as the school's unofficial, official principal.

  • East County
  • Schools
The storm extended Beer Can Island’s sands further into Longboat Pass. Courtesy Tom Freiwald.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 5, 2012
Debby leaves behind bigger Beer Can Island

The expansion brings dry sand to an area with strong currents, causing concerns for public safety officials.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Join Emily Walsh as she reports today's headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • May 30, 2012
May 30: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Join Emily Walsh as she reports today's headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • June 20, 2012
June 20: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Verina Baxter's "Big Red Tumkin" could be viewed as a huge picture frame for the Sarasota bayfront at sunset.
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • November 16, 2011
HIGHLIGHTS: Sculpture unveiling takes place 'under azure skies'

The town has watched in anticipation as assorted cranes and other heavy equipment have hoisted into place the 10 large-scale sculptures that will adorn the Sarasota bayfront through May 15.

  • Arts + Culture
Boca Raton-based Coastal Planning & Engineering will make a presentation regarding the erosion on the north end of Longboat.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 29, 2010
Town officials to meet with Manatee County

The Longboat Key Town Commission will discuss trolley and Longboat Pass issues with Manatee County officials Nov. 30.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The FHSAA has officially cancelled the spring sports season.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 20, 2020
FHSAA officially cancels spring sports season

Athletes affected will not receive an additional year of eligibility.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Grand Living officials and staff cut a ceremonial ribbon to  celebrate the community's opening.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 15, 2019
Grand Living at Lakewood Ranch opens doors

Ceremony signals 'new chapter' for Sarasota building.

  • East County
  • News
Access the the Starbucks on State Road 70, just west of I-75, was blocked by tape and a patrol car.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 20, 2017
Two Starbucks locations burglarized in Manatee County

Both stores suffered similar types of damages, officials said.

  • East County
  • News
Sandbags will be available today at Lakewood Ranch Park. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 1, 2017
Manatee County to distribute sandbags

Heavy rains are expected this weekend.

  • East County
  • News
The Saint Stephen's football team played its first game on its new field Oct. 25.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 29, 2013
Falcons open new athletic center

Saint Stephen's Episcopal School officially opened its new $5 million state-of-the-art athletic facility during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Oct. 23.

  • East County
  • Schools
A group assembled near sunset Tuesday at Indian Beach Park. The city has prohibited social gatherings of more than 10 people, but some officials think further regulations are necessary to limit the spread of COVID-19.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 1, 2020
Statewide shutdown brings end to Sarasota stay-at-home debate

Local officials have expressed different perspectives on what measures are appropriate to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the community.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Buccaneer Restaurant is planned to take the spot of the former site of Pattigeorge’s.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • March 6, 2023
Construction schedule for Buccaneer restaurant remains unknown

Developers are hoping to have building permits and cost estimates in hand by mid-May for the Buccaneer restaurant project on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Staghorn coral outplants at Eastern Dry Rocks reef in Florida's Lower Keys.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • April 24, 2023
Mote awarded nearly $7 million for coral reef restoration

Efforts will be focused on 10 reef sites throughout the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The co-developer of the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota and the upscale, golf-centered Concession community in Manatee County is proposing a $200 million collection of upscale condominiums, retail and entertainment space and offices on a 31-acre tract near Sarasota
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 15, 2015
Ritz developer proposes $200 million complex near Sarasota Square

Naples-based Apogee Realty Advisors LLC plan to construct 203 residences, along with 178,000 square feet of retail, restaurant and entertainment space, and 60,000 square feet of offices on South Tamiami Trail.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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