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Fireworks will start at 9 .m. Dec. 31. Courtesy image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 19, 2019
UTC rings in New Year with special celebration in Sarasota

Fireworks and other family-friendly festivities are planned for New Year's Eve.

  • East County
  • News
East County residents and ISR self-rescue instructors Amy Mann and Anita Pope opened Swim Gym of Lakewood Ranch March 26.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 11, 2012
Partners dive into swim business

East County residents Amy Mann and Anita Pope opened Swim Gym of Lakewood Ranch March 26. The facility will host a grand opening party April 14.

  • East County
  • Sports
Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • June 13, 2018
Inside her bag: Saks Fifth Avenue hosts beauty shopping experience

The Beauty Symposium was held June 9 in the Saks Fifth Avenue Atrium.

  • Black Tie
The city has secured a six-month extension on an agreement with the current concession operator. The city is beginning the process of searching for a new long-term concessionaire.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 7, 2019
City pivots on Lido pavilion

After a lease agreement with a private operator fell through, the city is moving forward with plans to renovate the beach property.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 8, 2018
Selby gives a sneak peek of its new Andy Warhol exhibit

“Warhol: Flowers in the Factory” opens Sunday, Feb. 11 at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Arts + Culture
Attendees viewed the latest results of public surveys about the future of Cortez Bridge.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 8, 2013
Rehab or rebuild: FDOT seeks feedback on Cortez Bridge

State officials held a public kickoff meeting as part of a study that will last at least two years.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
At its highest point, the proposed Lift Station 87 building is more than 64 feet tall.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 9, 2014
Lift station proposal receives muddled reception

Leaders behind the Lift Station 87 project are hoping to move forward with a new design, but residents have expressed some concern about the building's proposed height.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Keely Carney |
  • February 9, 2012
TWIS Interview: Elijah Wood

TWIS Interview: Elijah Wood

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • March 20, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BEST: Sarasota County Fair, Cracker Land

The Sarasota County Fair will take place March 19-28.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Golf scores, plus big time offers on the table for a Braden River running back.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 21, 2016
East County Wednesday Roundup: 12.21.16

Golf scores, plus big time offers on the table for a Braden River running back.

  • East County
  • Sports
David and Patricia Dabbert (Courtesy Photo)
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • January 3, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Dabbert Gallery 10th Anniversary Exhibition

Dabbert Gallery celebrates its 10th anniversary with an exhibition. The 10th Anniversary Exhibition opens Friday, Jan. 3 and runs through Saturday, Feb. 1. The opening reception takes place tonight from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • August 5, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'Unfinished Song'

The latest gem on the growing list of films about aging couples is the endearing 'Unfinished Song.'

  • Arts + Culture
The championships will take place June 9-11.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 31, 2017
Nathan Benderson Park to host Youth Rowing Championships

The championships will take place June 9-11.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 27, 2016
City renames Pineapple Avenue in honor of Sarasota Opera's Verdi Cycle

The block between First and Main streets will temporarily be renamed "Verdi Place."

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Booker High lineman Jordan Radkey (55) and safety Jason Thomas (16) are expected to be big contributors to the Tornadoes defense in 2024.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 14, 2024
Booker High football gets talent injection for 2024 season

The Tornadoes have lofty goals in year three under Head Coach Scottie Littles.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff |
  • February 26, 2026
Beyond the Listing: Finding the Perfect Place on Longboat Key

In a real estate landscape dominated by listing sites offering little context or connection (think “Sales” or “Realtor” .com), finding the perfect place on Longboat Key requires something more nuanced: local knowledge. That’s where The Bruce Myer Group stands apart.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Sponsored Content
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 23, 2015
Conversation with Mike Evanoff

The local business owner discusses his plans for a new downtown restaurant and trouble with the city that has turned his entrepreneurial eye away from the Rosemary District.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • September 2, 2009
No charges filed in alleged police brutality case

The State Attorney's Office decided Sept. 2 not to file battery charges against the Sarasota police officer who was videotaped kicking a handcuffed suspect June 26.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 7, 2009
Cops Corner

Cops Corner

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 4, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Richie James

Riverview High junior Richie James captured three individual track and field titles at the Sarasota County Championships March 26, at The Out-of-Door Academy.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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