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On vacation from chilly Pittsburgh are the Matt family: Joe, 6-year old Everly, Brionna and 3-year old Ada.
  • By Janet Combs |
  • January 2, 2026
Pineapple Drop ushers out a 'perfect square year'

Sarasota's 26th annual New Year's Eve celebration drew about 40,000 downtown to welcome in 2026 with its time-honored tradition.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Tuesday he is directing Florida's Department of Environmental Protection to create a plan to permanently close Piney Point. File photo.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • April 13, 2021
DeSantis, Florida Senate president say they will seek $100 million to shut down Piney Point

Florida governor, senate president say state funds will be used to close Piney Point permanently

  • East County
  • News
  • By Dora Walters |
  • March 14, 2010
Christ Church of LBK finds sanctuary in new building

On March 14, ground was broken for Christ Church of Longboat Key's new sanctuary.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The $1.13 million project for which the county has already secured required permitting for is facing delays after three Casey Key residents indicated they would block the contractor on the project from reaching the work site.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 20, 2012
Beach project update coming

Sarasota County Public Works Director Jim Harriott will talk about the $21.4 million Siesta Key beach improvements planned for 2017 at the last Sarasota County Commission budget workshop before the 2013 fiscal year budget is adopted.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Dry Dock Waterfront Grill seeks to enclose the area above its existing roof, which would add waterfront dining space.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 15, 2012
Dry Dock request on P&Z Board agenda

A site-plan amendment request from Dry Dock owner Eric Hammersand is one of three items up for discussion at next week's meeting.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Join Emily Walsh for the Observer Daily Headlines. Image will not play video.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • February 8, 2012
FEB. 8: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota, and Siesta Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
 Individuals who adopt a dog or cat at the regular adoption fee can get a second dog or cat at no charge.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 1, 2011
County offers promotion for pet adoptions through August

Dogs and cats at Manatee County Animal Services will be offered as buy one get one through the end of the month.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 22, 2015
Sam Snead's building sells for $4.1 million

Two Bradenton pharmacy owners bought the former Sam Snead's American Grill and Comerica Bank building in Southside Village this month.

  • Sarasota
  • News
1879 Morris Avenue- Frosty the snowman comes to life with his family at this lights display.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 3, 2015
WHAT'S HAPPENING: Christmas lighting challenge, Season of Sharing

WEEK OF DEC. 3 2015

  • Sarasota
  • News
Michael Beaumier, of Gilbane Building Co., co-developers Patrick DiPinto, and David Hargreaves, attorney Brenda Patten, Mark Sultana of DSDG Architects, Tim Helsey, of Gilbane Building Co. and Tom Denslaw, of DSDG Architects. Photo by Kristen Herhold
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • November 18, 2014
Park Residences on Lido off to constructive start

On Nov. 14, Park Residences of Lido Key at 129 Taft Drive held its groundbreaking ceremony. The residences will be the first condos built on Lido Key since 2007.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Rufus P. Jordan House was built around 1915 and is currently used for storage.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 4, 2013
Chiles drops Jordan House plan

Mar Vista owner Ed Chiles pulls site plan and special events from his Longbeach Village restaurant.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners will hear about the Del Tierra project at its meeting at 1:30 p.m. Jan. 9.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • January 8, 2014
Commissioners to review proposed 610-home community

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners will review a plan for Del Tierra Thursday.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 11, 2024
Longboat's emergency medical service commended for excellence

Longboat Key Fire Rescue’s EMS facilities received outstanding marks from the state.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
After being selected a nominee for the category, Der Dutchman Restaurant in Sarasota was voted on by USA Today readers.
  • By Amanda Postma |
  • June 2, 2023
Der Dutchman crowned best buffet in the US

The restaurant has been in the Sarasota area since 1985.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By George Rauch |
  • June 3, 2009
Market Watch: Economic realities here to stay

It's great to be optimistic, and we should all hope that it becomes infectious. But, here are the economic realities - and problems - which might slow the growth of these 'green shoots.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 23, 2010
Whitney Beach Plaza under contract

A major grocery chain could buy the north-end plaza in a commercial short sale.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 12, 2010
Our View

Destructive threats

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
"The Surfer Boys" features the hits of the Beach Boys and follows four young men on a bachelor party in Sarasota.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • July 12, 2023
Beat the heat with fun-filled musical revues at FST

Enjoy the sounds of summer with these three Florida Studio Theatre cabarets.

  • Arts + Culture
The final leg of the 44th Avenue East extension project will open to drivers on Aug. 9.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 6, 2025
44th Avenue East extension into Lakewood Ranch welcomes drivers Aug. 9

The project that took over $268 million and over 50 years to come to fruition is complete.

  • East County
  • News
In "Rooted in Nature," a trio of gargantuan sculptures mimic the roots of Selby’s iconic Moreton Bay fig tree.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 15, 2026
Selby trails Alexander Calder's restless creativity with a stunning exhibition

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens' horticultural ode to Alexander Calder's sculptures and mobiles creates an adult playground.

  • Arts + Culture
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