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This is a rendering of the outdoor patio for the proposed Backyard Social off of Professional Parkway in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 18, 2025
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
Harry, Lynn and Hal Christensen.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 12, 2024
Most Longboat Key restaurants are open

Staple restaurants on the Key shared what it is like being open after two hurricanes devastated the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Kyle Battie.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 23, 2024
Sarasota City Commission District 1: Kyle Battie

Meet the candidate.

  • Elections
Supplies are being distributed at several locations in Sarasota and Manatee counties for people needed assistance after Hurricane Helene.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 30, 2024
Water, food, supplies available for those needing help after Helene

Resources are standing by across Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Boats make their way towards Midnight Pass.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • October 28, 2024
Boats numbering in the hundreds parade through Midnight Pass

Hosted by Killin It, the parade brought together local boaters who hoped to promote awareness of their enthusiasm for keeping Midnight Pass open.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Wendy Peck examines a necklace at the end of the first day of the New to You art sale.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 4, 2025
All Angels fundraising art sale kicks off strong

Community members turned out in droves for the All Angels by the Sea "New to You art" sale on the first day.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The former S.H. Kress store in downtown Sarasota is an example of a property that would be eligible to transfer its by-right developable height and density to a developer of a receiving site.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 23, 2025
Program aimed at preserving historic structures approved by city

The Sarasota City Commission OKs an ordinance to permit owners of historic buildings to sell by-right density to other owners of downtown property.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A session of The Y: HIIT Fitness class is held at The Bay.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 8, 2025
How to stick to your fitness goals for the New Year

Local fitness professionals offer advice on retaining your desire to stay fit throughout the year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Flor Chaves decided to stock up on groceries and other items.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 25, 2024
Recent flooding leaves residents concerned for Helene impacts

Sarasota residents prepared for the next storm, even while some were dealing with the impacts of the last.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 13, 2025
Town to host blood drive March 19

The town of Longboat Key will host a blood drive on Wednesday, March 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Braden River senior quarterback Lucas Despot (1) escapes the pocket on a scramble.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 31, 2024
Pirates football lacks firepower in early-season play

Braden River High has scored one offensive touchdown in its first two games of 2024.

  • East County
  • Sports
Michael Bodnyk, minister of music and director of operations, demonstrates the features of the new pipe organ at St. Armands Key Lutheran Church.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 5, 2025
St. Armands church celebrates installation of pipe organ years in the making

With more than 2,000 pipes involved, the new organ at St. Armands Key Lutheran Church brings a bold musical presence to the Circle.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Loggerhead hatchlings emerge from the sand in August 2016.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • May 29, 2024
Lighting concerns for sea turtles prompt town investigation

Now a month into sea turtle nesting season, a resident said artificial lights visible from the beach could disorient hatchlings.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Payton Mangay-Ayam helped propel the Braden River High girls varsity weightlifting team to its third straight title with individual wins in the 154-pound weight class at the Class 2A District 12 meet on Jan. 23.
  • By Dylan Campbell |
  • January 29, 2025
East County Athlete of the Week: Payton Mangay-Ayam

Braden River junior helps weightlifting team win its third consecutive Class 3A District 12 title.

  • East County
  • Sports
Soleta Golf Club held a Grand Opening media day event on Tuesday, Dec. 10 to showcase the brand-new par-72 course in Myakka City.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • December 13, 2024
Soleta Golf Club brings destination golf to Myakka City

The Nick Price-designed golf course officially opened on Tuesday, Dec. 10.

  • East County
  • News
  • By BayView Dental |
  • August 8, 2024
This One Habit Can Make You a Cavity Magnet.

Habitual snackers, brace yourself.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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Cafe Divan is at 6568 Superior Ave. in Sarasota.
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • February 22, 2025
Turkish restaurant owners open cafe in Sarasota's Gulf Gate

The owners of Divan in Sarasota have started a coffee shop and cafe nearby.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Nude woman found sleeping it off near Marina Jack
  • By None |
  • August 21, 2024
Nude woman found sleeping it off near Marina Jack

All-night drinking binge leaves a woman naked and lying beneath a tree. Read this and more tales from the files of the SPD in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Former New York City Firefighter Steve Lubrino, who lives in Lakewood Ranch, will be one of the speakers at 9/11 Day of Remembrance at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 21, 2024
Tribute to Heroes Parade to honor former NYC firefighter

Steve Lubrino, who served at the World Trade Center, will be grand marshal of Lakewood Ranch's Memorial Day parade.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Luis Bravo's "Forever Tango" comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center on Thursday, Feb. 6.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 4, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Feb. 6-12

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
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