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SRQ's long-range master plan includes expansions with more gates and a connector between concourses.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 16, 2023
What happens when New College's lease on airport land expires?

SRQ airport's president warns "there will be no New College" if it doesn't buy the leased land before prices skyrocket and the school can't afford to stay there.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge at the Boyd Realty office. Van Ostenbridge is opposing Commissioner George Kruse for the District 7 seat in the primary election on Aug. 20.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 26, 2024
Manatee County Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge seeks at-large seat

Currently the District 3 commissioner, Van Ostenbridge is introducing himself now to all the county's voters.

  • East County
  • News
Windward at Lakewood Ranch opened a new amenity center in August 2022.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 5, 2024
Lakewood Ranch remains best-selling multigenerational community in US

Lakewood Ranch keeps its standing as No. 1 for the sixth consecutive year.

  • East County
  • News
Jonathan Mitchell and Jason Starkman look forward to offering The Original Wolfie's New York-style deli items at its new location in Lakewood Ranch on Paylor Lane.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 22, 2024
The Original Wolfie's to open location in Lakewood Ranch

The new location will be a commissary and production facility that offers grab 'n' go items as well as delivery of its New York-style deli food.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
A rendering of Safe Children Coalition's new youth shelter.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 4, 2024
Partnership supports new shelter for homeless teens

A $500,000 gift match challenge helps accelerate progress on a new Safe Children Coalition shelter.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 18, 2023
High school football roundup: FHSAA regional semifinals

All three Sarasota-area teams are still alive after wins Friday night.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Flood insurance rates could vary from house to house, even in the same neighborhood, such as Country Club Shores, or even within the same flood zone.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 22, 2022
New FEMA maps bring changes in insurance standards

Longboat leaders hear about what's in store once Sarasota County maps are in force.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up Tour debuted late last year in North Carolina.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • March 5, 2024
Luxury shopping, dining pop-up heads to UTC

The mall concept, which executive Whitman Lazenby says is like a "retail carnival," brings several notable brands to Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The completion of Bayso in The Quay contributed to $437 million in market value of new construction in Sarasota this past fiscal year.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 10, 2024
Sarasota County's property value estimates climb nearly 10%

Preliminary assessments released June 1 also show the city of Sarasota's residential and commercial property values increased by 9.53%.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Among the topics of discussion by the Purple Ribbon Committee is converting the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall into convention and event space.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 25, 2024
Repurposing questions remain as Van Wezel panel takes summer break

When the committee reconvenes, it will have additional data to determine the viability of using the building as convention/events space.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 25, 2024
Economic impact of tourism stays strong, despite dips in visitor numbers

The Longboat Key Chamber plans on advertising to support local businesses for end-of-season slowdown next year.

  • Longboat Key
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Summit offers residents chance to quiz Manatee representatives
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 10, 2024
Summit offers residents chance to quiz Manatee representatives

The summit is scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Feb. 23 at the Lakewood Ranch Library.

  • East County
  • News
The new addition will address the growth of Parrish Community High School, which is at capacity this school year.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 20, 2024
Parrish Community High begins construction on new addition in April

The 16-classroom addition, which will cost $10.6 million and include two engineering labs, addresses growth and academic needs at the school.

  • East County
  • Schools
Beach University environmental classes return for 17th year
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 25, 2024
Beach University environmental classes return for 17th year

The monthlong education series is held each Thursday in March at Siesta Beach.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Residents can weigh in on Longboat Key issues with town survey
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • January 7, 2024
Residents can weigh in on Longboat Key issues with town survey

The Citizen Satisfaction Survey will arrive in Longboat mailboxes starting Jan. 10.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • December 2, 2019
YMCAs to hold 'State of Y' meetings

Save Our Y leaders will meet with patrons at the Frank G. Berlin Sr. and Evalyn Sadlier Jones branches.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rick Piccolo
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • February 6, 2024
CEO of SRQ updates Kiwanis Club on the airport's growth

Rick Piccolo's presentation highlighted the area's recent growth and future plans for expanding and improving the airport.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The exterior of the Ohana estate at 6633 Gulf of Mexico Drive, photographed in 2013.
  • By James Peter |
  • May 31, 2024
$19.75M Ohana sale sets new record for Longboat Key

The home breaks the record for Manatee County as well. The estate features three pavilions, a tennis court and two elevators.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
After the final draft of the code was finished last fall, city staff quickly backed off the prospect of making any zoning changes in residential neighborhoods.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 24, 2019
Foregoing form-based code, city plots zoning changes

The city is abandoning its efforts to adopt a new zoning code, instead opting for a series of revisions to current regulations. How did staff identify planning priorities?

  • Sarasota
  • News
A turtle nest was laid on Longboat Key last week.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • May 2, 2023
Longboat spots first turtle nests of 2023

The nestings of loggerhead turtles and green sea turtles are typical on Longboat Key through the season, which is May 1 to Oct. 31.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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