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By Observer Staff |
January 7, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 9-15

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Andrew Warfield |
March 12, 2024

New city department will enforce vacation rental regulations

The total new cost to register and enforce the citywide vacation rental ordinance expansion is about $150,000.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
December 24, 2024

Sarasota Cops Corner: The Best of 2024

Nudes, lewds and dudes highlight this year's greatest hits from the files of the Sarasota Police Department.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Carter Weinhofer |
December 27, 2024

Utility relocation for Cortez Bridge project will continue through 2025

The work will likely close the shoulder areas of the Cortez Bridge area intermittently through the year.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
February 5, 2025

Work on The Bay won't impact future Van Wezel use

Bay Park Conservancy's AG Lafley tells the Purple Ribbon Committee the parking lot conversion into green space won't encroach on the performing arts hall.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
June 7, 2024

Former Hasbro exec sells Lido Shores home for $12.5 million

The 34236 has a new record — despite a big price drop.

Sarasota
Real Estate

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

By Liz Ramos |
April 19, 2024

McNeal Elementary hosts STEAM Night

Students participate in a variety of STEAM activities from coding to an art project and more.

East County
Schools

By Lesley Dwyer |
June 21, 2024

Naked Farmer opens at University Town Center

Naked Farmer is a fast-casual restaurant that offers a healthy, locally sourced menu.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Matt Walsh |
October 2, 2024

Nov. 5: Road to serfdom or the road to liberty?

Democracy leads to the lousy getting on top; subsidizing and producing more bad behavior; and economic fascism. The November election won’t stop all that, but the right choice can be a start.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Vinnie Portell |
January 19, 2025

Lakewood Ranch Prep students explore science of the modern world

Projects on AI, Wi-Fi and cellphone radiation show how far science fairs have come.

East County
Schools

By Ryan Kohn |
June 3, 2024

Dodgeball day key to Parrish Community High's softball state title

The Bulls (20-8) won the FHSAA Class 5A title game 3-2 over Gainesville High (24-5) on May 24.

East County
Sports

By Ian Swaby |
January 22, 2025

Leonard Reid House celebrates first anniversary

The historic home is now home to an African American arts, culture and history center.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
November 19, 2024

Braden River High marching band claims state 2A title

The Marching Band of Pirates win first place, and Parrish Community High's Pride of Parrish Marching Band placed fourth in the same division.

East County
Schools

By Lesley Dwyer |
December 6, 2024

Palm Aire club hosts a merry luncheon

Members of the women's club donated toys to Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center and enjoyed a holiday choir performance.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
January 11, 2025

Sarasota County Schools broke record graduation rate in 2023-24

The district had a graduation rate of 92.5% for the 2023-2024 school year, the highest in its recorded history.

Sarasota
Schools

By Carter Weinhofer |
October 15, 2024

Officer checks on young sailors determined to ride out hurricane

A resident asked officers to conduct a welfare check on the young adults before Hurricane Milton. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.