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Alec Henderson, a recent graduate of the diesel systems program at Manatee Technical College, looks over a truck engine. He's already had been offered a job at Ring Power, a local construction machinery dealer.
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • July 17, 2024
Dual enrollment programs give students a head start on promising careers

East County options can suit a variety of career paths.

  • East County
  • Schools
Puppies wait to be vaccinated in Nate's Honor Animal Rescue's new intake building.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 26, 2021
Expansion at Nate's Honor in Lakewood Ranch nears completion

Nate's Honor Animal Rescue of Lakewood Ranch completes construction on intake building and training center.

  • East County
  • News
Beachfront houses along Gulfside Road were among the worst damaged in Hurricane Helene.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 23, 2024
Three strikes, but Sarasota County is not out

A local climate expert weighs in on how three hurricanes had separate personalities and why all are examples of climate change's impact on more intense storms.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Rick Eggert's "Tradewind Drift" will be at Chasen Galleries 's Grand Opening Celebration featuring Emma Varga's 50th Anniversary from Jan. 21-31, 2024.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 20, 2023
In its return to downtown Sarasota, Chasen Galleries goes all in on glass

Chasen Galleries @ The Mark represents artists from all over the world.

  • Arts + Culture
The 780 SRQ Condominiums rendering shows metal rails on balconies and also planned is aluminum screening on the parking structure.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 19, 2023
Fruitville Road condo plan meets metal roadblock

As the first condominium project under to the Rosemary District Overlay District, the developer and staff find themselves at odds over an exterior surface material restriction.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ping Faulhaber has lived on Casey Key for more than 20 years.
  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • November 6, 2024
This family foundation has hands-on science learning at its heart

The Faulhaber Family Foundation — founded by a Casey Key couple — seeks to help local students fall in love with science through hands-on experiences.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Give credit for reading scores where it’s due
  • By Tom Edwards |
  • June 18, 2024
Give credit for reading scores where it’s due

Superintendent Asplen laid the groundwork. Teachers, administrators and staff persevered through turmoil, and now Terry Connor is keeping the momentum going.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By The Owen Golden Gate Point |
  • April 11, 2024
The Owen Golden Gate Point Checks All the Boxes for a Luxurious Lifestyle

Every facet of The Owen Golden Gate Point is designed to provide a remarkably luxurious lifestyle in the heart of Sarasota’s thriving downtown district.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
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The Summer Circus Spectacular runs through Aug. 17 at The Ringling's Historic Asolo Theater.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 25, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for June 27 to July 3

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Zumba is among the activities offered at The Bay Park.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 12, 2024
Free ways to get fit and stay healthy in Sarasota

From beach yoga to high-intensity training at The Bay, the city has something to offer fitness seekers of all stripes.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Reported residential break-in determined to be a dream
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 9, 2024
Reported residential break-in determined to be a dream

A resident called to report there was an intruder in her house, but told responding officers it must have been a dream. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
The Good Liquid Distilling Company will offer tours of the distillery in the future.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 1, 2023
Good Liquid opens distillery, cocktail bar at Waterside Place

Handcrafted cocktails are produced from spirits, syrups and foams that are made from scratch.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Jazz Club of Sarasota presents Hot Tonic Orchestra Thursday, Sept. 12, on the Marcy & Michael Klein Plaza of the Sarasota Art Museum.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 10, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Sept. 12-18

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By James Peter |
  • April 1, 2024
APRIL FOOL: New city of Sarasota logo unveiled

The new logo will transform Sarasota into a global city on par with Milan or Paris, says design team.

  • April Fools
The inspector general's office is located at 1115 Manatee Avenue West.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 1, 2024
Inspector general protects Manatee County from fraud

From audits to investigations, the department focuses on preventing fraud and abuse.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 23, 2024
Longboat underground utilities project timeline now uncertain after storms

After Florida Power & Light needed to respond to back-to-back major hurricanes, it will likely have to push back the timeline for the town's ongoing project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Proposed lane configurations for Longboat Pass Bridge design alternatives.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 9, 2024
Future of Longboat Pass Bridge up for discussion

Keeping the current bridge would mean "increasingly costly maintenance and repair projects causing continued disruption to traffic," FDOT says.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Minnesota Lynx forward Alanna Smith (8) hits a layup against the Seattle Storm in a May 17 game. The WNBA is having a surge in popularity in 2024 — and entrepreneur Steve Rosenfeld wants to bring a team to Sarasota.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 30, 2024
The WNBA in Sarasota? One entrepreneur wants to make it happen

Steve Rosenfeld believes Sarasota is the perfect spot for a professional basketball team in the up-and-coming league.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The St. Armands Garage, one of four city-owned parking garages, opened in April 2019.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 24, 2024
Free parking in Sarasota garages reduced to one hour

City commissioners codified final items of Sarasota's paid parking plan update, including shortening the two-hour grace period in city-owned parking decks.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Beverly Pillot holds up an existing vertical oyster garden from Bayfront Park.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 24, 2024
Bayfront Park's new oyster gardens offer homes for marine life

Oyster Boys Conservation's recently installed vertical oyster gardens at Longboat Key's Bayfront Park were built with help from residents at The Summit of Lakewood Ranch.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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