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Former Riverview High wideout Jaron Glover, seen making a catch against Richmond University in 2023, is expected to be a starter for Michigan State University in 2024.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 29, 2024
Sarasota football alums primed to make an impact on Saturdays

These athletes and others will be on your television screens starting this weekend.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Marlon Brown (left) will retire as Sarasota city manager on Oct. 15. Deputy City Manager Patrick Robinson (right) has expressed no interest in replacing him.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 1, 2024
Senior city staff member may become interim city manager

An unidentified City of Sarasota director level employee is under consideration to replace the retiring Marlon Brown as the city plans for national search.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dreamer's Academy has now installed a dual-language library.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 18, 2024
Interest grows in dual language programming within Sarasota school district

Dreamers Academy helped introduce the learning model in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Driving down Estero Boulevard, the main road that runs the length of Fort Myers Beach, the widespread destruction that Hurricane Ian wrought is still on full display.
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • June 25, 2024
Condo owners hit again as Citizens requests 14.2% rate hike

Already facing increased assessments and association fees, the state’s condo dwellers may see insurance costs jump as Citizens Property Insurance Corp. looks for rate hike.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key Garden Club members will be heading for a four-day safari in the Sabi Sands private reserve with lots of wildlife.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • July 2, 2024
Longboat Key Garden Club plans its first group trip to Africa

A new member inspired the club to travel together and seek out its mission abroad in her home country.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Nude swimmer trying to forget a difficult day met by police
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 25, 2024
Nude swimmer trying to forget a difficult day met by police

An anonymous caller reported a man swimming naked. When police spoke to the swimmer, he said he was having a hard day. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
The building located at 540 Bay Isles Road.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • December 28, 2023
Tidewell Foundation's Longboat building no longer listed for sale

The property was listed without the executive board's knowledge and all options are still being explored, according to an official from the organization.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Venue @ LEC seats up to 480 people.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 4, 2024
Harvest House's reopened events space helps support emergency shelter services

The newly reopened venue will host gatherings that include fundraising events and weddings, while also generating revenue for the nonprofit's emergency services.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Support Services Director Carolyn Brown will retire from the town of Longboat Key in July.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • May 1, 2024
Support Services Director Carolyn Brown to retire from town in July

After almost six years with Longboat Key, Brown is ready to move on to one more venture before retiring.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch's JoAnne and John Lawler bring attention to Flag Day on Lakewood Ranch Boulevard.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 20, 2024
Did you notice Old Glory on Flag Day?

June 14 is always a good time to salute our flag's history.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Riverview High's DJ Johnson ran for 1,660 yards and 23 touchdowns in 2023.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 22, 2024
Riverview High football wants to build on successful foundation

The Rams have the skill position talent to make a postseason run.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Guest owed $15,000 in unpaid hotel bill
  • 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.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Up to 1,479 new homes coming to the Newtown area
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 26, 2024
Up to 1,479 new homes coming to the Newtown area

The Sarasota County Commission approval paves the way for a major mixed-use development with 25% affordable housing.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A digital version of Booker High alum Josiah Booker (8) snags a pass for Central Michigan University in front of a University of Akron defender in "College Football 25." Booker is a freshman wide receiver at CMU.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 17, 2024
'College Football 25' brings back memories, creates new ones

After an 11-year hiatus, the video game franchise is back — and with local athletes involved.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
At 55, Kristi Dorman of Sarasota is a rookie in the National Pickleball League. She says her first year as a pro has been a "great experience."
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • October 9, 2024
Sarasota pickleballer reflects on first year on the pro circuit

Kristi Dorman says she can "play with the best of them."

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Denise Kleiner owns the concessions at Jiggs Landing.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 5, 2024
Jiggs Landing expands hours, concessions

Following a slow summer, the lakeside concessions in Bradenton are back to normal.

  • East County
  • News
The vision plan for a redeveloped Sarasota Square Mall into a town center shows the proximity of the apartment buildings to Sarasota Square Boulevard and the JCPenny, Costco and AMC theaters to remain.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 16, 2024
Sarasota Square Mall redevelopment approved

Last-minute height reduction of apartments secures enough County Commission votes to transform the mostly vacant mall into a mixed-use town center.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Neighbor accosts family over dock blocking his view
  • 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.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Brandon Aviles, Owen Fasulka, Joshua Balcarcel, Christian Laureano and Sean Laureano play lacrosse together for Puerto Rico. They won two of their three games at USA Lacrosse Experience.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 15, 2024
East County lacrosse players strive for Olympic berth

Sean and Christian Laureano play for Puerto Rico in USA Lacrosse Experience in Indianapolis.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sarasota County Public Hospital Board, at-large Seat 1: Tamzin A. Rosenwasser
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 19, 2024
Sarasota County Public Hospital Board, at-large Seat 1: Tamzin A. Rosenwasser

Meet the candidate.

  • Elections
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