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Myakka Rancher Jim Strickland says Florida residents have to think about what the future of the state will look like so they can make proper decisions today.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 17, 2024
Rancher says Manatee County faces key conservation decisions

Myakka's Jim Strickland says Florida is headed toward ecological disaster if the public doesn't deal with important issues now.

  • East County
  • News
Amanda Bolduc created the sand sculpture Re-Emergence during the 2022 Siesta Key Crystal Classic.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 7, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Nov. 9-15

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
ESPN host Kevin Negandhi, Former Buffalo Bills quarterback Jim Kelly, Former New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter, Dick Vitale, NASCAR legend Jeff Gordon, University of Tennessee men's basketball coach Rick Barnes and V Foundation CEO Shane Jacobson pose before the Dick Vitale Gala.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 6, 2024
Dick Vitale Gala remains a night of hope

The annual event, held May 3 at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, was a reminder of what is important.

  • East County
  • Sports
This Main Street one-stop-dog-shop is bun in a million.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • July 4, 2024
Hot diggity dog! July is National Hot Dog Month

Bite into the best buns and dogs in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Former Riverview High wideout Jaron Glover, seen making a catch against Richmond University in 2023, is expected to be a starter for Michigan State University in 2024.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 29, 2024
Sarasota football alums primed to make an impact on Saturdays

These athletes and others will be on your television screens starting this weekend.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
10-year-old Kylie Ung, 12-year-old Isaiah Edwards, 11-year-old Isariah Edwards and 13-year-old Isaialyah Edwards at the 2023 Sarasota County Fair.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 8, 2024
Fairgrounds operator calls aging site a valuable community asset

Despite failed efforts to redevelop and improve the site, Rory Martin says county should appreciate its value "instead of poking fun at us."

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Longboat Key Police Department.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • May 14, 2024
Longboat Police expansion stalls amid funding gap

The Longboat Key Police Department is looking for grants to fund a $1.3 million expansion that would add a 1,300-square-foot training facility onto the existing building.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Blue Oyster Cult's Eric Bloom sings at Premier Sports Campus in January, 2017. Lakewood Ranch still has no amphitheater or events center.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 11, 2024
Manatee County does well on roads, flunks wetland protections

Our columnist responds to Manatee County's online survey.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Debbie Shaffer petting one of HSSC's cats in their play room.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • June 24, 2024
Longboat Chamber tours the Humane Society of Sarasota County

Chamber members learned about HSSC's important mission while seeing it in action.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
County delays new circuit court file storage building
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 27, 2024
County delays new circuit court file storage building

Sarasota County commissioners task staff to explore the commercial real estate market for a better deal on an existing structure.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Firefighter/EMT Blaze Belligan climbs the tower.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 25, 2024
Sarasota County fire station stays on top of rescue training

Sarasota County firefighters put their new rope-rescue equipment to the test.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The political comedy "The Outsider" runs through Aug. 18 at FST's Gompertz Theatre.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 23, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 25-31

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Observer recommends: Manatee
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 24, 2024
Observer recommends: Manatee

Recommendations for the Manatee County Commission, School Board, Supervisor of Elections and Property Appraiser races.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
An overhead view of the proposed site of a convention center and hotel by developers Mark Kauffman and Sadek Omar of Jebcore Development. The site includes the city-owned federal courthouse building and the U.S. Post Office.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 30, 2024
Post office site pitched for downtown convention center

Developers seek to garner support from the DID board for a public-private partnership with the city of Sarasota for a hotel and event center.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Payne Park Townhomes' design reflects the Sarasota School of Architecture.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 7, 2023
Townhome development proposed for site beside Payne Park

The development on U.S. 301 in Sarasota is planned to include 50 rental townhomes and 9,100 square feet of retail space.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ed's Tavern was founded in Lakewood Ranch in 2008.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 9, 2024
Ed's Tavern to host block party at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

Co-owners Bob Bender and Albert Myara wanted to celebrate their 10 years of ownership.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Aster & Links in downtown Sarasota will be made up of two 10-story buildings with a total of 424 units.
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • February 9, 2024
One Main Plaza secures $56 million in financing

The downtown development consists of two 10-story residential towers with 424 apartments and 778 parking spaces.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The NBP Dragons Senior B (50 and older) mixed small-boat team took a silver medal in its 2,000 meter race (10:20.34) at the 2022 IDBF Club Crew Championships at Benderson Park.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 21, 2022
NBP paddlers take three medals in first two days of Club Crew Championships

The event continues at Nathan Benderson Park through Sunday afternoon.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • August 10, 2022
Sarasota students return for 2022-23 school year

Alta Vista Elementary School parents and students were up bright and early for the first day of school on Aug. 10.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
There are an estimated 700 vacation rental properties across the city of Sarasota.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 1, 2024
Sarasota vacation rental registration period opens

All properties citywide that operate as short-term rentals are required to register by Oct. 31. Ordinance does not include owner-occupied homes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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