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By Petra Rivera |
October 2, 2024

New chiropractor starts at the Medical Suite at The Paradise Center

Dr. Alexander Telfair shared about his experience and his goals as he starts to work on Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
November 5, 2024

King of the High Wire to usher in holiday season at Santa's Grand Arrival Parade

Nik Wallenda loves performing in his hometown of Sarasota.

East County
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
May 29, 2024

Sarasota Music Fest celebrates 60 years by defying convention

Under Music Director Jeffrey Kahane, the festival will explore improvisation and cross musical boundaries.

Arts + Culture

By Ian Swaby |
May 30, 2024

Salvation Army opens Sarasota food pantry to meet increased need

The nonprofit introduced the new services in response to a rising number of visitors to the Venice location and food requests from those seeking utilities assistance in Sarasota.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
July 26, 2024

New all-terrain chair brings waterside accessibility to Lido Beach

Purchased by the city and available free of charge, the EcoRover is a "little tank" that can traverse sandy beaches.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
October 25, 2024

Benderson wins comp plan amendment for The Crossings at Siesta Key

Plans are to redevelop the former Southgate Mall in a mixed-use lifestyle center that includes up to 848 residential units.

Sarasota
News

By Jay Heater |
September 18, 2024

Do your research on Manatee's tourist tax

The 1% increase makes sense to keep our attractions pristine.

East County
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
July 22, 2024

2024 Election Candidates

Meet the candidates for Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

Elections

By Matt Walsh |
June 26, 2024

For Sarasota tax collector

Two Republicans — County Commissioner Mike Moran and an expert in tax collector operations — are in a primary to challenge Barbara Ford-Coates.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Liz Ramos |
October 28, 2024

Manatee schools face drastic cuts if 1-mill tax referendum isn't renewed

Manatee charter school funding; STEM, career and technical education; and visual and performing arts programs could be eliminated.

East County
News

By Louis Llovio |
March 8, 2024

Sarasota County buys energy-efficient office building on Fruitville

Sarasota County has purchased the former CAN Community Health headquarters, a sleek glass office building on Fruitville Road.

Sarasota
News

By Liz Ramos |
August 23, 2024

Homebuilder donates house proceeds to cancer research

A competitive spirit combined with a big heart motivates a Lakewood Ranch homebuilder to orchestrate a six-figure cancer charity donation.

East County
News

By Adam Hughes |
October 15, 2024

Top residential real estate sales for Sept. 30-Oct. 4 in Lakewood Ranch

A home in The Lake Club on Topsail Terrace tops the week's sales at $3.2 million.

East County
Real Estate

By Observer Staff |
August 7, 2024

Streetside bather arrested for indecent exposure

A woman who said she was taking a bath on Central Avenue was arrested for vulgar and indecent behavior. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.