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"We need other assets," Commissioner Joe Barbetta said. He suggested a convention center, because Sarasota was "losing a huge market there."
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • July 9, 2014
Commission approves tourist tax allocation

After lengthy discussion over how much to reallocate, the Sarasota County Commission voted unanimously to reallocate 7.5% of the third penny within the 5-cent levy for the tourist development tax to capital projects and events.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Panther Ridge's Kristine Vaillancourt said two escape rooms are open and two more original rooms are on the way.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 19, 2019
EYE ON BUSINESS: Escape from the ordinary in Bradenton

Panther Ridge family strive to offer an exceptional escape room experience.

  • East County
  • News
Tammy Hauser (boa) started Discover Sarasota Tours in October 2018. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • August 30, 2019
Discover Sarasota Tours help residents see the city through new eyes

Locals can learn a great deal from the experiences offered by Discover Sarasota Tours, which is celebrating its one-year anniversary next month.

  • Arts + Culture
The first day back to school, which is normally filled with hugs, could look drastically different in August.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 16, 2020
School board takes closer look at first day options

Following state directives, district leaders have reworked the back to school plan.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
The Westin Sarasota
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 5, 2025
September visits in Sarasota County down 15% from 2024

Data released by Visit Sarasota County shows continued downward tourism trend as drive distance travelers opt for more distant travel.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Southwest Florida Premier Football Club grants about $100,000 worth of scholarships every year to its players.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 6, 2026
When kids can't afford to play soccer, Lakewood Ranch nonprofit steps forward

The Southwest Florida Premier Football Club fundraises to cover about $100,000 each year.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Neil Fleet and Robin Nystrom. Courtesy photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 26, 2011
Business Observer

Advanced Management of Southwest Florida opens Longboat Key office; Euphemia Haye restaurant welcomes changes to its interior, website; Bonsack named new Longboat Key Club director of wellness; St. Armands welcomes posh addition; Local cardiologist presents recent achievements at conference

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Dr. DesErmia with Coastal Hearing Care |
  • March 7, 2022
Now Hear This! Waiting to Talk About Hearing Loss Can be a Serious Risk!

Now Hear This! Waiting to Talk About Hearing Loss Can be a Serious Risk!

  • Health
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Mary Pat Radford, Beth Bobb and Pernilla Mast
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • November 7, 2012
Black Tie & Tales

Diamonds are a girl's best friend; It's good to be a sole man; Tidbits

  • Arts + Culture
Marissa Smith.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 10, 2021
East County Athlete of the Week: Marissa Smith

The Braden River sprinter talks her start in the sport and more.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 16, 2010
Cooperstown fever hits East County teams

The East County's Diamond Dawgs and the Suncoast Reebok are competing in the 2010 American Youth Baseball Hall of Fame Invitational Tournament through June 18.

  • East County
  • Sports
Town Manager Tom Harmer is set to re-evaluate his latest executive order on or before Sept. 8.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • August 24, 2020
Longboat Key's COVID-19 closures remain

The town plans to re-evaluate after Labor Day.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • February 17, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Check out upcoming events in Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Bill Paxton
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • February 23, 2011
Scene & Heard

Paxton makes an unpretentious impression; Up next on the RCAD guest list: Martha Stewart; Sarasota throws struggling comic a funny bone

  • Arts + Culture
Ben and Raeanna Kalkert sport their award-winning masks.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • October 26, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 10.27.16

Here's what you missed last week...

  • Black Tie
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 28, 2009
TOP STORY, May: Sign code irks business owners

Longboat Key business owners urged the town's planning board for a review of the sign code they said could be bad for business.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
This is one of two historic Whitney Beach cottages that Longboat Key Historical Society President Michael Drake wants to preserve.
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • June 21, 2017
Save the cottages

Longboat Key Historical Society President Michael Drake has secured the perfect place for the organization to have a home. Now it’s up to Longboaters: Is town history worth preserving?

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Sheldon Rhoden with “Marvin Gaye: Prince of Soul".
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • March 7, 2023
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe announces 2023-24 season

WBTT supporters enjoyed a taste of what's to come with the company's upcoming season during the Hush! Hush! Party on March. 6.

  • Black Tie
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 24, 2009
Runners lace up for University Park race

More than 300 local runners laced up for the first Fit2Run 4 Miler Sept. 19 at University Park Country Club.

  • East County
  • Sports
Team Gaffinators' Evan Wilson breezed past.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 28, 2012
Turkey Bowl filled with ODA spirit

The soccer and football fields at The Out-of-Door Academy clucked with excitement Nov. 20, as students chased, high-fived and blocked each other in friendly flag-football competitions, as ODA hosted its annual Turkey Bowl competition.

  • East County
  • News
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