"Htx Exchange Referral Code " bt288223'' Get 20% Off On Trading Fees & $5000 Bonus"

Sorted by: Category: Date:

Results for:

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 Carter Weinhofer |
September 25, 2024

Evacuation ordered for Longboat Key ahead of Hurricane Helene

As Tropical Storm Helene strengthened into a hurricane around 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Longboat Key officials advised residents that an evacuation order was in effect for residents.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
March 21, 2024

Lawsuit against City Commissioner Kyle Battie heads to court

With a motion to dismiss on the docket, Kelly Franklin's husband and commission candidate Ron Kashden provided a list of conditions to the city of Sarasota to avoid litigation.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
February 10, 2024

Vacation rental ordinance expanded citywide

The registration period for short-term rentals in Sarasota will be July 1 to Oct. 31, and the new law will go into effect Jan. 1, 2025.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 28, 2024

Planning & Zoning chair to move from Longboat and board position

David Green spent six years on Longboat Key's Planning and Zoning Board. His resignation, effective in May, was a decision to move closer to family.

Longboat Key
News

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 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 Monica Roman Gagnier |
December 17, 2024

A downtown gallerist finds a home in Fruitville Road furniture store

Upscale home furnishings retailer Clive Daniel gives Angela Ligon a place to sell art.

Arts + Culture

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 Lesley Dwyer |
August 7, 2024

Lakewood Ranch nonprofit tricks kids into liking math

FUNducation practices "educational espionage" with Legos and robots.

East County
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
October 22, 2024

Lakewood Ranch resident adds muscle by buying an Impala

Tom Rokosz's classic muscle car is just one of many to be showcased at the Knights of Columbus Car Show and Cookout.

East County
Neighbors

By Petra Rivera |
December 3, 2024

New flower shop opens before hurricanes on Longboat Key

Le Gardenia Bleu aims to bring hope to Longboat Key with its unique trinkets from local artists and accessible flowers.

Longboat Key
Business

By Petra Rivera |
November 6, 2024

Snowbirds returning to a vastly different Longboat Key

Although Longboat was left in destruction after the two hurricanes, snowbirds are preparing to make the most of the season on Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
March 20, 2024

Do you have room for Korn Ferry Tour golfers in Lakewood Ranch?

The LECOM Suncoast Classic looks for those willing to host pro golfers during the tournament at Lakewood National.

East County
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
October 30, 2024

Nathan Benderson Park rebounds after Hurricane Milton damage

The park's wave attenuator took the biggest hit this hurricane season, but all events are full-speed ahead.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
September 25, 2024

Guest owed $15,000 in unpaid hotel bill

After attempting to collect a more than $15,000 tab, a downtown hotel called law enforcement for assistance. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.