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Rick Bernhardt, executive director of the Metropolitan Nashville-Davidson County Planning Commission, said form-based codes have helped Nashville grow over the past decade.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 1, 2014
DSA looks to Nashville for lessons on new code

The Downtown Sarasota Alliance hosted a lecture from a Nashville head planner to learn about the process of implementing a form-based code and fostering growth.

  • Sarasota
  • News
New swan cygnets hatched on Longboat Key in May 2024.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • August 28, 2024
LBK swan keeper seeks to create community to keep their legacy alive

After 17 years of being the swan keeper of Longboat Key, David Novak hopes to pass his knowledge and passion to a new caretaker on the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Kibble and Parker enjoy the turf at Bayfront Park's dog park.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 2, 2024
Longboat dog park receives turf upgrades with lighting on the way

The town paid $175,000 for artificial turf to be installed on the remainder of the Bayfront Park dog park. Overhead lighting is on the way.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Town Hall chair Brinda Pola, speaker Erin Brockovich and RCLA Executive Director Lauren Kurnov
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • December 8, 2022
Erin Brockovich headlines RCLA appreciation event

The Ringling College Library Association hosted a platinum appreciation event for closer supporters at the Sarasota Opera House on Dec. 7.

  • Black Tie
Carlos E. Haile Middle School is undergoing a campuswide renovation and will have a new 10-classroom addition.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 5, 2024
Haile Middle to offer new opportunities with 10-classroom addition

The addition, expected to be complete in the spring, will expand the school's robotics and agriscience programs.

  • East County
  • Schools
The Parrish Community High softball team (20-8) celebrates a FHSAA Class 5A title game win, 3-2 over Gainesville High (24-5), on May 24. It is the team's second-straight state title and was aided by six East County players.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 3, 2024
Dodgeball day key to Parrish Community High's softball state title

The Bulls (20-8) won the FHSAA Class 5A title game 3-2 over Gainesville High (24-5) on May 24.

  • East County
  • Sports
Cardinal Mooney High senior Nicolas Bencomo finished second overall at the John Ryan Invitational.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 11, 2024
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Nicolas Bencomo

The Cardinal Mooney High golfer finished top-10 at the 2024 FSGA Amateur Championship.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Christy James and Art Conforti
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • May 19, 2024
Longboat Key Flower Shop readies for in-person shopping

The shop will hold an open house throughout the month of July complete with giveaways.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Cary Spicuzza has owned the Hob Nob Drive In since 1991.
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • May 15, 2024
Hob Nob officially closes after 67 years in Sarasota

Co-owner Cary Spicuzza cites several reasons for Hob Nob Drive In's closure, including the post-pandemic economy. But a forthcoming food truck could keep the brand alive.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Herndon, Virginia-based Heritage Golf Group plans course improvements at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club.
  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • May 16, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club's new owners come with a fresh vision

Virginia golf course company Heritage Golf Group believes it picked up a trophy asset in buying the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club. Significant enhancements and improvements are on the docket.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Savanna at Lakewood Ranch can be seen from the proposed future site of Lorraine Crossings.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 17, 2024
Affordable housing proposed for Lakewood Ranch area

If approved, the 66-unit rental townhome project will be located on Lorraine Road next to Savanna at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
Code Enforcement Officer Chris Elbon designed an easy-to-understand brochure about the town’s rental restriction ordinance.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 1, 2015
Town staff tackles confusing code

Armed with a confusing code it can’t change and wants to keep in place, the town created a document that’s easier to understand than the code itself.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Homes in Lakewood Ranch, including this Neal Signature Homes' Seaside model, continue to fly off the shelf. Lakewood Ranch continues to be ranked as the No. 1-selling, multi-generational, master-planned community in the U.S.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 27, 2023
Lakewood Ranch retains standing as the top multigenerational, master-planned community

The RCLCO rankings also noted that Lakewood Ranch was No. 2 in total sales with 1,227, up 20% from the same period a year ago.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport President and CEO Rick Piccolo is overseeing the largest expansion in the airport's history.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 14, 2024
SRQ CEO rebuts FAA's claims in New College land sale denial

Rick Piccolo sends documents to the Federal Aviation Administration that prove it knew of and approved the lease of 31 acres it now wants to sell to New College of Florida.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Small businesses honored at Sarasota Chamber event
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 24, 2024
Small businesses honored at Sarasota Chamber event

Thirty businesses in 10 different categories were recognized with awards.

  • Sarasota
  • News
One of the Tiki huts from the Longboat Key Club lies in pieces on the beach in front of the club on Sept. 29, 2022, after Hurricane Ian.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 12, 2024
What to know for the 2024 hurricane season, according to the experts

With NOAA predicting above-average hurricane activity this year, a disaster preparedness seminar shares facts on storm hazards and how to survive them.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Condo controversy, SRQ growth among top Sarasota stories coming this year
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 4, 2024
Condo controversy, SRQ growth among top Sarasota stories coming this year

From downtown condo towers and hotel plans for Siesta Key to an airport expansion and first-year operations at Bobby Jones, there is plenty of news to come in 2024.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Affordable housing plans unveiled for commercial areas in Sarasota
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 22, 2023
Affordable housing plans unveiled for commercial areas in Sarasota

Density and height bonuses in new mixed-use zoning districts are designed to incentivize affordable housing development.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Florence and the Spice Boys serves up Middle Eastern fusion cuisine.
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • May 12, 2024
Middle Eastern fusion restaurant to open UTC location

Florence and the Spice Boys targets a fall opening in The West District at University Town Center.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
"Hadestown" is Jan. 30 through Feb. 4 at the Van Wezel.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 23, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 25-31

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
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