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By Ian Swaby |
July 11, 2024

School district optimistic following rise in standardized testing scores

The state of Florida's testing results indicated a 2% rise in third grade English Language Arts scores.

Sarasota
Schools

By Ian Swaby |
July 18, 2024

Major construction projects on the way for Sarasota schools

Sarasota County Schools is building two new schools, in addition to pursuing school facility replacements and renovations.

Sarasota
Schools

By Adam Hughes |
May 30, 2024

Top residential real estate sales for May 13-17 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey and Nokomis

A two-house Siesta Key property on Sanderling Road tops the week's sales at $12 million.

Sarasota
Real Estate

By Ryan Kohn |
June 26, 2024

Sarasota summer sports news you may have missed

Olympic updates and football recruitment headline the dog days of June.

Sarasota
Sports

By Observer Staff |
June 26, 2024

County breaks ground on new Parks admin center

The two-building Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources headquarters is located at Twin Lakes Park.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
June 27, 2024

Residents criticize commission meeting on migrant cost

Special County Commission session following last week's budget workshop included presentation on costs of crime.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
August 13, 2024

Commissioners mull how to replace city attorney

Sarasota City Attorney Robert Fournier and Deputy City Attorney Michael Connolly are retiring next spring; likely replacements are current law firm partners.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
May 16, 2024

Sarasota students earn nearly $75K in scholarships

The financial assistance came from Sarasota County Schools, Chorus of the Keys and Military Officer Association of Sarasota.

Sarasota
Schools

By Jim DeLa |
July 19, 2024

Sarasota Memorial Hospital Board race generates renewed interest

With Democratic and write-in candidates, Aug. 20 will be a closed primary.

Sarasota
News

By Petra Rivera |
October 13, 2024

Longboaters experience 'hurricane fatigue' after two hurricanes in a row

Residents are relieved that Hurricane Milton hit south of Longboat Key but are worried about how this season on the island will look.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
April 9, 2024

City will consider building its own workforce housing

Sarasota City Manager Marlon Brown will propose a plan to build 192 units in two towers across from City Hall.

Sarasota
News

By Petra Rivera |
September 9, 2024

Exotic Cars on the Circle supports Flight to the North Pole

The festival on St. Armands Circle raises funds for the nonprofit, which provides support of terminally ill children.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
August 23, 2024

Aircraft manufacturer to bring $40 million investment to SRQ

Swiss-based Pilatus Business Aircraft plans to lease 17 acres of airport property for 40 years to build and sell aircraft, creating 350 jobs.

Sarasota
News

By Matt Walsh |
September 4, 2024

Speak now, or forever …

Time is running out for taxpayers to let elected officials know what they think of the way they’re spending your money.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Andrew Warfield |
January 20, 2024

In defining bars and clubs, city asks: Do restaurants need kitchens?

The city of Sarasota's proposed zoning definitions of downtown restaurants, bars and nightclubs would impact those establishments' operations, hours and outdoor seating.

Sarasota
News

By Petra Rivera |
October 21, 2024

Lazy Lobster celebrates 15 years on Longboat Key

Despite two hurricanes, The Lazy Lobster opens its doors hoping to bring comfort to Longboaters as it celebrates a milestone on the island.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
September 25, 2024

Fiscal year 2025 earns final approval from Longboat commission

Of the town’s $145.4 million spending outlined in a five-year capital plan, 53% — about $77 million — is expected to come in fiscal year 2025.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
October 2, 2024

Neighbor accosts family over dock blocking his view

A man was ordered to cease contact with neighbors after verbally assaulting them over a new dock as they returned from a boat outing. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.