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By Andrew Warfield |
October 16, 2025

Storm-weary businesses anticipate return to normal season

Sarasota's tourism destinations are polished up, opened up and ready for snowbirds and visitors one year after hurricanes cost businesses the 2024-25 season.

Sarasota
Business

By Marty Fugate |
November 19, 2025

Asolo Rep tells a story of Canadian hospitality with 'Come From Away'

When 7,000 travelers were grounded in Gander on 9/11, locals opened their homes — and their hearts.

Arts + Culture

By Lesley Dwyer |
November 22, 2025

Kuro Sushi rolls into Lakewood Ranch

Instead of a ribbon-cutting, the grand opening celebration included a tuna-cutting ceremony.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Observer Staff |
October 31, 2025

SMH participating in global atrial fibrillation device trial

Sarasota Memorial Hospital is among 100 sites testing a new device for long-term medication use for atrial fibrillation patients.

Sarasota
News

By Jack Nelson |
November 13, 2025

Marcus Liberty adds jersey retirement to legacy of impact

The Sarasota resident and former NBA player, now committed to mentorship, sees his jersey raised to the rafters at his alma mater.

Sarasota
Sports

By Dana Kampa |
October 22, 2025

Catch the Ski-A-Rees before winter break

The family tradition continues with third-generation performers.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
November 16, 2025

A 'gift from the heart' offered at Lakewood Ranch art show

The 23rd annual Fall Art Show and Sale showcases artists of many mediums at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
November 2, 2025

Woman suspects property damage stems from lawsuit

A condo owner has shattered glass door, suspects it is the result of a suit against her HOA. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

In Memoriam |
November 5, 2025

Margot Eagleton

Margot Eagleton passed away peacefully on October 11 at the age of 95.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Observer Advertising Content Staff |
November 27, 2025

How Safe Children Coalition Helps Families Reimagine The Future

On Giving Tuesday, December 2, 2025, and every day of the year, you can help SCC continue reimagining the future for children and families right here at home.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Sarasota parishioners celebrate priest's 65th year of service

Rev. Fausto Stampiglia was the face of St. Martha Catholic Church for 31 years before retiring in 2022, and was ordained as a priest in Rome in 1960.

Sarasota
Neighbors

In Memoriam |
October 23, 2025

Ann Lord Weber

Ann Lord Weber, (nee Lugg), from Bird Key Sarasota, Florida, passed peacefully from this world into the arms of her Savior, Jesus, on Monday, October 6, 2025 at her Sarasota Bay Club residence.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By S.T. Cardinal |
November 18, 2025

Longboat Key commissioner appointed to FLC committee

Town Commissioner B.J. Bishop has been appointed by Florida League of Cities President Holly Smith.

Longboat Key
News

By Jay Heater |
November 19, 2025

Sarasota, Manatee community involvement key to Senior PGA Championship success

Championship Director Eric Nuxol stimulates interest as ticket sales and volunteer registration has begun.

East County
Opinion

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
November 4, 2025

Via Nova Chorale finds a new way following its merger with Choral Artists

Under the leadership of Steven Phillips, the organization has emerged as Sarasota's second largest choral group.

Arts + Culture

By Observer Staff |
October 29, 2025

Women prevent man from obeying restraining order

A man tries to leave a bar in compliance with a protective order but is blocked. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.