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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 Observer Staff |
October 23, 2024

Sarasota City Commission District 1: Kyle Battie

Meet the candidate.

Elections

By Vinnie Portell |
February 17, 2025

Lakewood Ranch girls soccer vies for first state championship

The Mustangs will play the state's No. 4 overall team in state semifinal round

East County
Sports

By Observer Staff |
January 31, 2025

Sarasota County issues rabies advisory after raccoon tests positive

Rabies was found in a raccoon in the Bee Ridge area just outside the Sarasota city limit. The Florida Department of Health-Sarasota County is monitoring.

Sarasota
News

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

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 Vinnie Portell |
February 5, 2025

Pickleball players raise funds for critically ill children

Casey Cares, a nonprofit that aids more than 1,600 critically ill children and families, hosted its second annual pickleball tournament in Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
February 5, 2025

St. Paul Lutheran Church rededicates Victor Lundy education building

Created in 1962, the building saw a renovation costing about $756,000.

Sarasota
Neighbors

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 Jim DeLa |
February 26, 2025

Love of music leads former teacher to local ensemble group

Amy Bradley will perform during the Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble's March Melodies.

East County
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
March 17, 2025

Being a caregiver includes caring for oneself

Community partnership specialist Kelly Garrett offered advice on how caregivers can make sure they are taking adequate care of themselves while helping their loved ones.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Elizabeth King |
March 28, 2025

Circus-themed hotel opens on Lido Key near St. Armands

Cirque St. Armands Beachside, a 135-room luxury property, pays tribute to Sarasota's history as a circus town with its design and name.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
March 19, 2024

18-story condo tower is back before Sarasota city staff

Slightly shorter and with more commercial space, Obsidian still faces opposition from Bay Plaza residents. Approval will also require zoning code adjustments by staff.

Sarasota
News

By Ryan Kohn |
September 19, 2024

Sarasota fall athletes put themselves on the radar

These less-well-known competitors have been on top of their sports in 2024.

Sarasota
Sports

By Observer Staff |
August 28, 2024

Teen boaters disrupt fishing outing by making a splash

Bickering with anglers on a dock, a boatful of male juveniles attempt to soak them with a raised motor prop. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.