"Blofin Referral Code "OFF'' Get 20% Off On Trading Fees & $4000 Bonus"

Sorted by: Category: Date:

Results for:

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 Ian Swaby |
September 21, 2024

Unwind wellness studio harnesses power of flowers in support of Chalk Festival

The Flower Power Patron Party invited the public for a flower-filled night in support of the Sarasota Int'l Chalk Festival and the floral carpet art it plans to debut this year.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
April 8, 2024

Downtown condo tower returns with modifications and a new name

Now branded 1260 North Palm Avenue Residences, the 18-story tower proposal shaved a little off the top and made progress toward street-level requirements.

Sarasota
News

By Liz Ramos |
July 18, 2024

Freedom Elementary custodian takes pride in 26 years with Manatee schools

Patricia Heffner's love for cleanliness shows in her work.

East County
Schools

By Lesley Dwyer |
November 19, 2024

Homebuilder shares plans for new residential development

The site plan shows 99 homes on 44 acres near State Road 64 and Uihlein Road in East County.

East County
News

By Petra Rivera |
December 30, 2024

Former Café L'Europe chef leads the restaurant into a new era

New Head of Culinary for Oysters Rock Hospitality Will Parard plans to bring a mix of his Florida roots and unique flavors to Café L'Europe and Anna Maria Oyster Bars.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
March 12, 2025

Sarasota Jazz Festival stays indoors for its 45th anniversary edition

The fest returns to the Municipal Auditorium with an all-star lineup of musicians and vocalists.

Arts + Culture

By Andrew Warfield |
March 27, 2025

Sarasota Sailing Squadron makes big plans for growth

As the Sarasota Sailing Squadron faces hurricane damage repairs and builds a new youth sailing education facility, the city of Sarasota is extending the organization a longer lease on life.

Sarasota
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
February 12, 2025

The Sarasota Opera falls for Figaro

The clever servant is a pivotal player in two productions for its 2025 winter festival.

Arts + Culture

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
March 26, 2025

27th Sarasota Film Festival offers fresh flicks, communal screenings

"Marcella" will open the 2025 Sarasota Film Festival on April 4.

Arts + Culture

By Ian Swaby |
January 6, 2025

Orchid show and sale ushers in the new year in colorful fashion

Orchid Delirium: Sarasota Orchid Society Annual Show and Sale allowed the public to take home new plants, and knowledge.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Robert Plunket |
November 7, 2024

This Florida cottage brings the past into a modern take on beach living

The Mermaid Cottage, which dates to 1933 and is considered one of the very first homes built on the key, couples a charming past with a modern present.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
July 25, 2023

Police respond to a call about a gushing water hose

A late complaint from a resident prompts police to turn off a water hose. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Observer Staff |
October 18, 2024

Pop-up food bank scheduled for Sunday

All Faiths Food Bank and the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee are partnering to provide groceries to Hurricane Milton-impacted residents in Sarasota.

Sarasota
News

By Jim DeLa |
January 21, 2025

Sarasota Winn-Dixie to close, reemerge as Aldi

The conversion could take several months, the company said.

Sarasota
Business

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
November 13, 2024

The Ringling hosts a free, funky eco fest

Celebrate the environment with music, dance and theater — and pay what you wish.

Arts + Culture

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 |
February 11, 2025

Two 'suspicious' cars determined to be neighborly visitors

The responding officer’s brief investigation found the two cars parked on the street belonged to people visiting nearby. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.