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By Andrew Warfield |
March 26, 2024

Single-span bridge preferred to replace for Little Ringling Bridge

A single bridge to replace the twin spans would cost an estimated $59.1 million. Construction would not begin until 2028.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
March 15, 2024

Survey says: Longboaters want more than a library

In an informal online survey, a majority of respondents said they want a library, but they want an education and community center too.

Longboat Key
News

By Jim DeLa |
May 7, 2024

Sarasota County ready for hurricane season, officials say

Researchers around the country predict an active year for storms driven by warm conditions in the Atlantic.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
July 29, 2024

Bobby Jones Golf Club financially outperforming expectations

Budget projections anticipate the newly renovated city-owned golf course to end next fiscal with a nearly $1.3 million fund balance.

Sarasota
News

By Adrian Moore |
April 18, 2024

The city is not a developer

The city manager wants Sarasota to develop an $80M affordable housing project. Good intentions, but this approach always fails. A voucher program would be better.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
March 25, 2024

Sarasota Sheriff's Office arrests 10 in cocaine ring bust

The Sarasota County Special Investigations Section arrested and charged 10 suspects following a monthslong narcotics investigation.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 8, 2024

Lido residents concerned about increased activity at Ted Sperling Park

Loud music, suspicious activity and personal watercraft cause disturbances, according to some residents who believe that better enforcement may be needed.

Longboat Key
News

By Jim DeLa |
August 2, 2024

Sarasota schools add high-tech security systems

New metal detectors and AI-driven video system are coming to middle and high schools.

Sarasota
Schools

By Ryan Kohn |
August 20, 2024

East County Athlete of the Week: Phoenix Scanlan

The Lakewood Ranch High sophomore girls golfer wants to get the Mustangs back to the state tournament.

East County
Sports

By Observer Staff |
January 1, 2024

Next up on the Black Tie calendar: 2024

What does this year’s Black Tie scene have in store for us? Nothing short of fabulous.

Black Tie

By Observer Staff |
March 26, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 28 to April 3

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Marty Fugate |
August 22, 2024

5 ways to increase your mental, physical and spiritual health

Five Lakewood Ranch practitioners blend traditional, holistic and modern techniques.

East County
Neighbors

By Janet Combs |
February 9, 2024

Norwegian guest conductor Rune Bergmann wows Masterworks 5 dinner crowd

The Sarasota Orchestra's pre-concert dinner previewed the "Smoke and Fire" concert starting Feb. 9.

Black Tie

By Jim DeLa |
July 9, 2024

Environmentalists, state of Florida settle Piney Point lawsuit

The agreement adds pollution controls and funds for water quality monitoring.

East County
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 1, 2024

Town of Longboat Key operating hours change permanently

The town implemented a pilot program with earlier operating hours. That schedule will remain permanent after the successful test run.

Longboat Key
News

By Ryan Kohn |
May 27, 2024

Sarasota Crew rowers set for Youth Nationals

The USRowing event will descend onto Nathan Benderson Park on June 6-9.

East County
Sports

By Ryan Kohn |
July 18, 2024

Sports mean more than on-field results to these local athletes

Leadership and self-confidence are skills they will use for the rest of their lives.

East County
Schools

By Liz Ramos |
May 6, 2024

USF, Manatee schools partner to address teacher shortage

Eight University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee students will start their careers with the School District of Manatee County.

East County
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
April 18, 2024

City OKs purchase of parcels to build downtown workforce housing

The proposed apartment complex would consist of two 10-story buildings with rents priced for the labor force.

Sarasota
News

By Ryan Kohn |
April 2, 2024

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Grayson Cicilioni

The Sarasota High runner is moving up the ranks in the 3,200-meter run.

Sarasota
Sports

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