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By Andrew Warfield |
November 12, 2024

Developer takes first step to restore and redevelop the Mira Mar site

Seaward Development has a pre-application conference with the Development Review Committee to start the rezoning process from Downtown Core to Downtown Bayfront.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
June 4, 2024

Climbing gym will take Sarasota vertical in 2025

Project 24 Climbing is expected to break ground in August and open in spring 2025, becoming Sarasota's only climbing gym.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
April 5, 2024

More affordable housing is coming to Newtown

The City Commission approved zoning text amendments to clear the way for Sarasota Housing Authority to build up to 770 units.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
July 25, 2024

Chalk Fest organizers bring a new art to Sarasota — and the US

This year's Chalk Festival will bring international floral artists to Sarasota.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
October 2, 2024

Manatee County Commission District 3: Diana Shoemaker

Meet the candidate:

Elections

By Liz Ramos |
October 18, 2024

Hurricanes have financial impacts on school districts in Manatee County

The School District of Manatee County budgets $1.5 million annually for schools to serve as shelters.

East County
Schools

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 24, 2024

Potential Longboat projects include flooding fixes, new rec center

At the latest strategic planning retreat, Longboat Key town commissioners talked about future major projects and reviewed the town’s initiatives for 2025-2026.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
February 27, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Feb. 29 to March 6

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Jay Heater |
June 21, 2024

Elevated algae levels might cause harmless musty taste in drinking water

Powder-activated carbon is being used by Manatee County to treat the elevated algae levels.

East County
News

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 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

By Liz Ramos |
November 1, 2024

Nonprofits merge to continue providing therapeutic equine therapy

Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy has merged with Hooves with HEART to become SMART with Heart.

East County
News

By Jay Heater |
November 13, 2024

Lessons learned on the Ranch during the election cycle

Not having a party affiliation means doom these days when it comes to votes.

East County
Opinion

By Lesley Dwyer |
January 9, 2024

Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi to open Lakewood Ranch restaurant Jan. 20

After years of delays, the Japanese restaurant is opening the State Road 70 location on Jan. 20.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Petra Rivera |
September 28, 2024

St. Armands business owners assess damage from Hurricane Helene

"There was probably not one business on the Circle that wasn't affected by the storm," said Carolyn Conner, manager of Cigar Paradise.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
September 25, 2024

Longboat Key finds potential new funding for Broadway Roundabout

Town staff recently heard from the regional Metropolitan Planning Organization, which said it might have enough funds in fiscal year 2025 or 2027 to cover the remaining $3.2 million needed.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
July 25, 2024

Guitar shop sells instruments with unique histories

Musician Aric Paul's retail space, Divergent Guitar, brings together rare guitars with legacies in Sarasota's Rosemary District.

Sarasota
Business

By Ian Swaby |
April 8, 2024

Daughters of the American Revolution chapter showcases history

The Sara De Soto Daughters of the American Revolution Centennial Open House Extravaganza featured a genealogy workshop, local authors, cemetery tours and more.