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By Jay Heater |
July 1, 2024

LWR Community Foundation's builders program continues to grow

Lennar Homes is the latest builder to consider joining Builders Give Back.

East County
Neighbors

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

By Ian Swaby |
March 28, 2024

Good Friday pilgrimage on Main Street grows in size

The annual walk, held along Main Street in Sarasota, is anticipated to draw over 1,000 participants this year.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
August 22, 2024

Riverview High football wants to build on successful foundation

The Rams have the skill position talent to make a postseason run.

Sarasota
Sports

By Ryan Kohn |
March 27, 2024

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Mark Monchecourt

The Sarasota High senior weightlifter won the 219-pound class at the Sarasota County Championships.

Sarasota
Sports

By Ian Swaby |
June 26, 2024

Everyone moves to same beat at Siesta Key Drum Circle

The drum circle has been held for nearly three decades.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
February 21, 2024

Iconic Gulfstream Avenue steel sculpture seeks new home

Complexus, the jewel of Sarasota's public art collection, will be heading for a Fruitville Road site if both the city and county governments approve.

Sarasota
News

By Ryan Kohn |
August 21, 2024

The 'Head Ball Coach' shares his wisdom in Lakewood Ranch

Former University of Florida Head Coach Steve Spurrier provides words of wisdom in Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Sports

By Eric Snider |
February 1, 2024

Plymouth Harbor’s remarkable residents reflect the community's long legacy

Plymouth Harbor is home to people who have enjoyed distinguished careers in business, medicine, law, academia and, especially, the arts.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
April 3, 2024

Lake Club Giving Circle grants $30,000 to area nonprofits

The 15 Manatee and Sarasota nonprofits receiving grants from The Lake Club Giving Circle focus on helping women, children and families.

East County
News

By Observer Advertising Content Staff |
March 4, 2024

Go Ahead and Do It: Kokomo Charters

Set sail in style: where luxury meets adventure in Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.

Arts + Entertainment
Spotlight Partners

Man receives threatening texts from alleged cartel henchmen

A man reported to police that his new cellphone number may be linked to threats of violence to its prior owner. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Observer Staff |
May 15, 2024

Officer takes 'bewildered' bird for a ride

A jaywalking sparrow was taken to Save Our Seabirds, the invasive species chose flying away over euthanasia. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.