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A rendering by PSDW Architecture of the proposed new Sarasota Youth Sailing facility at City Island.
  • 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
Sarasota High sophomore Braedon Mackay and the Sailors would have had to defeat Venice, the No. 4 team in Florida, twice to advance past the regional playoffs.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • April 10, 2025
The 2025 prep softball and baseball stars of Sarasota

These players have been the best on the diamond this spring.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Fifth grader Grace Welden (front), won the grand champion dairy goat award. She is pictured here with her goat Paddy Whack and three generations of family members involved in agriculture: her grandfather Chuck Johnston, aunt Sarah Herlihy, brother Eli Welden, 5, mother Katie Johnston, father JR Welden, grandmother Peggy Johnston and aunt Jessica Duncan.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 19, 2025
Community finds a spotlight at Sarasota County Fair

Held from March 14-23, the fair features rides, food, livestock exhibits, entertainment and more, with chances for community members to showcase their own projects.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Wetlands provide essential wildlife habitat, buffers for excess rain and filter impurities that would otherwise degrade our waterways.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 7, 2025
Commissioner warns that wetlands reversal will spring legal action

Manatee County Commissioner Mike Rahn voted against bringing back expanded wetland buffers for fear of legal consequences.

  • East County
  • News
Still No. 1 in sales, Lakewood Ranch will see more infrastructure built in 2025
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 8, 2025
Still No. 1 in sales, Lakewood Ranch will see more infrastructure built in 2025

SMR CEO and President Rex Jensen cites well-planned infrastructure as key to Lakewood Ranch's sales success and says focus will continue in 2025 with 16 new roundabouts.

  • East County
  • News
Cary Cohenour grew up beating the backboard at the Boys and Girls Club before becoming an original player at Bollettieri Tennis Academy.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • June 4, 2025
Cohenour's Children: Local tennis coach's legend will live on

The Cary Cohenour Tennis Foundation will soon be finished at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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
Sylvia Abdelsalam, vice president of the Lakewood Ranch Garden Club and Garden Fest Committee Chair with Penny Kress, a Garden Fest committee member.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • April 8, 2025
Lakewood Ranch Library to host Garden Fest

The Lakewood Ranch Garden Club's Garden Fest will have 50 vendors, educational speakers and crafts for kids.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Pat and Bob Geraci join Longboat Harbour Condominums' recognition of American heroes for Memorial Day. Bob served for 20 years in the U.S. Navy.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • June 4, 2025
Navy doctor veteran reflects on 20 years of service

Longboat Harbour Condominiums honored those who served and sacrificed for the country as part of its Memorial Day program.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Miami men charged in 2023 Sarasota burglary, fatal traffic collision
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 20, 2025
Miami men charged in 2023 Sarasota burglary, fatal traffic collision

The April 2023 crash killed a motorcyclist from Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
American Airlines is adding new daily nonstop service to LaGuardia Airport in New York City.
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • June 25, 2024
SRQ to add new daily flight to New York City

American Airlines will now offer six destinations out of the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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 |
  • November 20, 2024
Planning Board backs plan to trade height for historic preservation

The plan to allow owners of historic structures to sell development rights now goes before the Sarasota City Commission with requests for additional considerations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Of course, ofKors Bakery has a plethora of perfect pastries filled with strawberries.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • May 12, 2025
The berry best places to celebrate National Strawberry Month

These eateries serve up treats jam-packed with flavor and the sweetest spoonfuls of sunshine.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Participants in the walk head down the path at Nathan Benderson Park.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 1, 2025
All Faiths Food Bank hosts Walk to End Summer Hunger

The annual walk kicked off the food bank's Campaign Against Summer Hunger.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
This boardwalk used to start flush to the ground. Now, it's raised about 2-3 feet.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 17, 2025
Longboat nature parks still need major repairs before reopening

Caused by the hurricanes, the replacement of park boardwalks, the town boat ramp and the town dock could cost around $2 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
City should treat public’s treasures with care
  • By Letter to the Editor |
  • February 26, 2025
City should treat public’s treasures with care

Sarasota needs to invest in protecting the signature Van Wezel, a reader says.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Round and about on LBK
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 2, 2025
Round and about on LBK

Longboaters sent $102 million across the bay in 2024. Susan Phillips will be missed. Mayor Schneier is setting records.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Attendees cut the ribbon for the official opening of Lo' Key Island Grille on Feb. 7.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 10, 2025
Relaxed restaurant throws open doors to families, furry friends and all visitors

An idea, entrepreneurial spirit and years of industry experience lead Courtney Rossler and Kevin Pass to officially open Lo' Key Restaurant.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The 50-year decision
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 29, 2025
The 50-year decision

The Karins report on the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall brings to the fore many dilemmas. The Van Wezel needs $17 million to keep going . It’s worth $80 million. Should the city be in the theater business?

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
The parking lot at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport could jump from 2,700 spaces to as many as 4,400 because of anticipated growth.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 10, 2025
Parking plan proposed for future SRQ airport growth

The Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority hears near-term parking expansion could cost more than $220 million, even more for long-term growth.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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