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The new overly district adjusts regulations on things like bike rentals, street-yard setbacks and parking requirements.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • March 22, 2018
Pinecraft Overlay District approved

The new overlay district adjusts regulations to fit the residents' unique way of life.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Katie Klauber Moulton walks the bridge with her niece, Molly Klauber.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • August 21, 2013
The Bridge: Bayfront icon bridges resident relationships

Ten years ago, when the new John Ringling Causeway Bridge was built, it stirred up the community.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 21, 2013
Our view: DROP-dead disappointment

Don't be overwhelmed by all of the numbers. They are worth examining. They provide great context and history to the present debates regarding the Longboat Key town employees' pension plans.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 18, 2009
Manatee County revives Planning Task Force

For the first time in several years, Manatee County's Planning Task Force will meet today to discuss Manatee County's development review process and related topics.

  • East County
  • News
"Sarasota Sunday" by Robert Baxter
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • January 29, 2014
A&E Picks and Highlights

A&E Editor Mallory Gnaegy keeps you in the know about events, local performers and art gallery happenings.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By George Rauch |
  • September 18, 2013
Market Watch: Government bonds: financial disaster

In the June Market Watch article, we discussed the possibility of a bond market crash. Since then, yields on bonds have zoomed.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 20, 2015
Town commission wants permanent peacock fix

As the peacock population rises again in the Village, commissioners want town staff to investigate how to fix the problem for good.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • January 14, 2019
John Wilton McKitrick

John Wilton McKitrick passed away peacefully at his home on Long Boat Key, Florida, Sunday, January 13, 2019.  He was 85 years old. His obituary tribute is publishing in the Longboat Observer.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Shannon Hunihan
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • August 29, 2013
Senior snapshots

Seniors from Sarasota County high schools reflect on who they were in middle school and discuss what they look forward to most during their final year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • February 26, 2016
Sarasota developer takes on the IRS — and wins

Hugh Culverhouse Jr., developer of Palmer Ranch, has won a decade-long dispute over the value of land he donated in Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ashley Jai, Chris Caswell, Bob Turoff, Jason Ellis and Sarah Cassidy in The Players' "Urinetown"
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 21, 2014
THEATER REVIEW: 'Urinetown'

'Urinetown: The Musical' runs through April 27, at The Players Theatre.

  • Arts + Culture
Harmer is a former fire chief and has a black belt in Karate. Courtesy Photo
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • February 11, 2014
County Commission approves contract with Harmer

Thomas Harmer, who replaced ousted County Administrator Randall Reid last year with the title of interim administrator, has now permanently taken over the county's top administrative post.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Judy Paul testified on her own behalf during a sentencing hearing Friday at the Manatee County Judicial Center. The former manager of Sand Cay was sentenced to three years in prison.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 18, 2013
Former manager gets three years

Judy Paul was ordered to serve 10 years probation and pay $200,000 in restitution to Sand Cay after she completes her prison sentence.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Led by Polly Curran, the Henley neighborhood of University Park hosted a Florida-friendly landscaping program for 18 members of the Sarasota Garden Club April 10.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • April 17, 2013
Your Neighbor: Polly Curran

Polly Curran's Florida-friendly certified Lakewood Ranch lawn first took root in Asia.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Monaca Onstad, the Schroeder-Manatee Ranch director of community relations, tries out the "Gravity Rail" at Bob Gardner Community Park.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 18, 2018
SMR rocks the park in Lakewood Ranch

Live music, activities highlight Bob Gardner Community Park grand opening.

  • East County
  • News
The State Street garage is nearing completion, but you won't be able to park in it for another two weeks.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 7, 2015
State Street parking garage opening delayed, again

The city has announced another multi-week delay for the opening of the State Street garage, pushing back the completion of the project until the week of July 20.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Spring breakers enjoy a game of volleyball Friday, March 23, on Siesta Key Beach.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 29, 2012
Siesta Key's Spring Breakdown

After Siesta Key Beach and the area have received numerous accolades this past year, spring break numbers show an increase in activity.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 3, 2012
Commission to hold work session

Manatee County commissioners today will meet with members of the Palmetto City Commission for a special work session.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 19, 2017
Braden River football rolls in spring game

The Pirates downed Lakeland 42-13 after an 80-minute rain delay.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 12, 2009
Athlete of the Week: Calvin Drake

The Observer spotlights motorcycle rider Calvin Drake.

  • East County
  • Sports
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