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Renderings of four general concepts of the new city logo. The one on the bottom has emerged as the favorite among commissioners.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 25, 2024
Commissioners split over whether to ditch David

Although consensus was reached on a concept for a new city of Sarasota logo, whether David is included in the final design remains undecided.

  • Sarasota
  • News
At the Salty Dog be sure to say, "I'll get the fish and chips, extra crispy please."
  • By Emma Burke |
  • June 14, 2024
The best fish and chips in Sarasota and Manatee counties

Battered bliss: The best renditions found this side of the pond.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
New HR director confirmed for Manatee County
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 30, 2024
New HR director confirmed for Manatee County

The Manatee County Commission unanimously confirmed Kate Barnett as human resources director after serving as the department's interim director since June 2023.

  • East County
  • News
Impact fees are one-time fees charged to developers after the completion of construction projects to help cover the cost of increased stress placed on county infrastructure. File photo.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 17, 2021
Manatee County impact fees to be set soon

Manatee County seeks public input about latest impact fee study

  • East County
  • News
This Lake Club home at 8433 Pavia Way sold for $2,425,000. It has four bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 3,690 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • September 24, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for Sept. 9-13 in Lakewood Ranch

A Lake Club home on Pavia Way tops the week's sales at $2.43 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Although no plans have been submitted, Grant's Garden officials said they plan to use the company's existing building in a new proposal for redevelopment.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 8, 2022
Longboat landscaper gains deadline extension for new redevelopment plan

Grant's Garden gets six months to redo proposal plan for Longboat base.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Woman comes home to find surprise roofing job
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 18, 2024
Woman comes home to find surprise roofing job

Roofers were removing shingles from the wrong home as a language barrier prompts the woman to call law enforcement. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
The new big top arrived in time for the Circus Arts Gala on Feb. 2.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • February 7, 2024
Circus Sarasota gets a new big top in time for its 2024 season

Circus Arts Conservatory’s new tent will make its public debut at Circus Sarasota 2024, held Feb. 16 through March 10 at Nathan Benderson Park.

  • Arts + Culture
In 2019, Kim Verreault and her husband moved to Sarasota to be closer to her parents, who have lived in the area for 17 years.
  • By Emily Leinfuss |
  • January 26, 2024
New leader takes the helm of Longboat’s chamber of commerce

Kim Verreault, the new president and CEO of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce, is a hands-on leader with a knack for community building.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Up to 1,479 new homes coming to the Newtown area
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 26, 2024
Up to 1,479 new homes coming to the Newtown area

The Sarasota County Commission approval paves the way for a major mixed-use development with 25% affordable housing.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Asolo Repertory Theatre is based in FSU Center for the Performing Arts adjacent to The Ringling Museum.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 19, 2024
Asolo Repertory Theatre receives $1 million donation

The estate of Mary Jo Reston is the theater company's benefactor.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By BayView Dental |
  • June 12, 2024
4 Dental Truths for a Sparkling Smile

The Tooth, The Whole Tooth, and Nothing But the Tooth and Surprising Truths.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sponsored Content
  • By SOTA Residences & Hotel |
  • November 2, 2023
Live Above Main Street’s First Boutique Hotel in your Private Residence

A boutique hotel on Main Street, hosting an intimate collection of private residences on the uppermost floors, SOTA Residences & Hotel is bringing curated urban living to the next level.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Sponsored Content
Co-chair of Taste and Tunes of the Key Lynn Hancock and Susan Phillips
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • February 5, 2024
Longboat Key Garden Club puts new spin on annual fundraiser

Tastes and Tunes of the Keys skipped the fashion show to highlight the delish dishes from local vendors and create casual atmosphere for mingling.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Construction of the Mote SEA is begining to take its distinctive ship-like shape.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 27, 2023
New Mote aquarium secures $20 million from Sarasota County

The $132 million Mote Science Education Aquarium project near University Town Center expects to open to the public at the beginning of 2025.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Laylah Cortijo, Ginelle Swan and Yan Zheng at the Fabulous Arts Foundation's Be Fabulous festival on May 14, 2022.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 30, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for May 2-8

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Alan Sprintz
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 12, 2024
Sarasota County Public Hospital Board, at-large Seat 1: Alan Sprintz

Meet the candidate.

  • Elections
Christian Ziegler
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 1, 2023
Christian Ziegler under police investigation for sexual battery allegation

An investigation of Sarasota County State Committeeman and Florida GOP Chairman Christian Ziegler has been underway for nearly two months.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The home at 1780 Southwood St. was built in 2020 and has three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a pool and 1,925 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • September 19, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for Sept. 2-6 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Nokomis

A Prestancia home on Las Palmas Way tops the week's sales at $2.45 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Charmaine Hunter
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 12, 2024
Sarasota Ballet names community engagement director

Charmaine Hunter was previously director of community enrichment for Orlando Ballet.

  • Arts + Culture
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