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By S.T. Cardinal |
October 6, 2025

Sarasota native picked to lead Sarasota Bay Estuary Program

Ryan Gandy describes Sarasota Bay as a unique habitat that's a "well-respected jewel" more accurately described as a coastal lagoon, not a bay.

Longboat Key
News

By Dana Kampa |
October 29, 2025

Cross-country walker reaches Longboat

In an effort to raise support for mental health services, Kyndal Ray Edwards is walking to all four corners of the country.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
October 26, 2025

Chamber welcomes Selby Gardens president as board chair

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce's annual meeting welcomed board chair Jennifer Rominiecki, as well as keynote speaker Jim Knight, a Hard Rock International executive.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
October 20, 2025

Free document shredding is Nov. 8 in Sarasota

The second Shred Stock event will be held at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall parking lot from 9 a.m. to noon.

Sarasota
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
November 26, 2025

Longboat has plan to renourish sand stolen by hurricanes

The hunt is on for where to find 800,000 cubic yards of sand for beach renourishment, and not just any sand will do.

Longboat Key
News

By Mark Gordon |
November 11, 2025

Community Foundation of Sarasota County names new CEO

The new leader, Jessica Muroff, has held leadership roles with United Way Suncoast and Girl Scouts of West Central Florida.

Sarasota
Business

By Jack Nelson |
October 30, 2025

Former defensive lineman leads group of stars into SHS Hall of Fame

Sarasota High School 1986 graduate Magdi El Shahawy has served as the University of San Diego's associate athletic director for academics after taking time off for family.

Sarasota
Sports

By Mark Gordon |
November 16, 2025

Manatee School District welcomes a new leader

The new head of the School District of Manatee County brings a local flavor to the job.

East County
Schools

By Ian Swaby |
November 10, 2025

Fall festival at McIntosh Middle becomes more of a tradition

The annual Sarasota event featured games, a petting zoo, food trucks, local vendors and other offerings.

Sarasota
Schools

By Ian Swaby |
September 16, 2025

Volunteers paint Pride crosswalk at Harvest Sarasota church

The rainbow walkway at The Harvest Sarasota was created in response to the recent pavement art ban by the Florida Department of Transportation.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Marty Fugate |
November 20, 2025

New Lakewood Ranch restaurants serve up fresh culinary offerings for every taste

With innovation on the menu, these five eateries bring a whole host of dining options to town.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Observer Staff |
October 28, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Oct. 30-Nov. 5

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Ian Swaby |
November 5, 2025

Michael's On East renovations offer a new theme

The Sarasota restaurant's new design aims to evoke the golden age of supper clubs.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By S.T. Cardinal |
October 14, 2025

As Manatee County looks to grow ferry, Longboat stop discussed

Longboat Key leaders see a potential traffic benefit from the Gulf Islands Ferry but no suitable location for a stop on the island.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
September 24, 2025

New Fruitville Road hotel nears administrative approval

A new four-star hotel in the works for the 1500 block of Fruitville Road receives partial sign-off from Sarasota's Development Review Committee.

Sarasota
News

By Jay Heater |
November 6, 2025

Arrive early and stay late to avoid parade congestion at UTC

The Santa's Grand Arrival Parade on Nov. 8 is sure to attract more than 15,000 spectators in Sarasota.

East County
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
October 22, 2025

The Bay moves ahead with Phase 3 of park developments

The Bay Park Conservancy has secured a funding plan with the Sarasota City Commission and County Commission to proceed with design and construction on the third phase.