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By Ian Swaby |
August 20, 2024

Ringling College graduate harnesses Sarasota’s Black history for feature film

Wilderley Mauricette was granted the opportunity by the Mometu College Short Film Festival in Los Angeles to adapt his short film 'Spare Me' into a feature-length production.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Mark Gordon |
October 30, 2023

Sarasota has a YMCA again, behind nonprofit merger announcement

A no-quit group of volunteers and deep-pocketed donors, paired with some like-minded nonprofit executives, rejoice over the news Sarasota is no longer a city without a Y.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
July 2, 2024

Sarasota honored with Florida Archaeological Council Award

Newtown historic preservation efforts earn Sarasota the Stewards of Heritage award, making it only the second city to win in 50 years.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 7, 2024

Man who forgot how to use his phone worries daughter

A woman called police to conduct a welfare check on her father, who had turned his phone off and forgotten how to turn it on. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Ian Swaby |
August 30, 2023

Tuttle Elementary teachers write children’s books

Science teacher Justine Holcomb and math teacher Eric LoStorto self-published children’s books to educate and inspire students.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Miri Hardy |
July 22, 2024

With rising water levels, manatees return to Myakka

Water quality and abundant food are key draws for these massive park regulars.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
July 9, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 11-17

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Andrew Warfield |
May 23, 2024

Sarasota tightens restrictions on car music volume

Vehicles' speakers audible from more than 25 feet away would be subject to enforcement under revised ordinance.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
August 20, 2024

Overhead lighting coming soon to Longboat’s dog park

Three solar overhead lights will be installed in the coming weeks, which were paid for by donations to the Longboat Key Foundation.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
August 7, 2024

Rescues, rehab and forensics aid Mote’s research on local species

Information gathered from rescue calls, necropsies and bone research can help to tell stories of local species.

Longboat Key
News

By Emma Burke |
March 25, 2024

3 great restaurants serving delectable pasta around Sarasota

I couldn't let National Noodle Month pass by without giving you a penne for my thoughts.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Petra Rivera |
April 16, 2024

Local nonprofit awards high schoolers for contributions to the arts

The Sarasota branch of the National League of American Pen Women held its annual Launching Leaders luncheon to celebrate student artists.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
September 5, 2023

Asolo Repertory Theatre expands management team

Sarah Johnson and Eric Pugh fill development and marketing posts.

Arts + Culture

By Carter Weinhofer |
September 17, 2024

Hotel staff concerned about man who left suddenly with 2 'call girls' still in room

The staff said the man appeared intoxicated and left all of his belongings in his room with the two women. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Ian Swaby |
August 1, 2024

School board adopts tentative budget and new millage rates

The board approved the $1.35 billion budget and the property tax rate of 6.131 mills.

Sarasota
Schools

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

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
June 4, 2024

It's time to save and savor Sarasota's eateries

The area's annual Restaurant "Week" runs through June 14.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Andrew Warfield |
August 10, 2024

Humane Society moves closer to buying city lot for dog-walking path

More than half of a 1.6-acre city-owned site adjacent to the Humane Society of Sarasota County is under a stormwater retention easement. The rest would be a walking path.