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Program Manager Debby Debile, Dr. Coeurlida Ashby and Executive Director Amy Steinhauser at the Medical Suite at the Paradise Center.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • September 24, 2024
Paradise Center hopes to purchase Tidewell building on Longboat Key

Based on members' feedback, The Paradise Center plans to launch a grassroots campaign to raise around $2.5 million to purchase the building from the Tidewell Foundation.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
David Otterness has been on the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance board since 2021.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 15, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance thrives as it turns 20

As the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance readies to shed itself of its teenage years, a leader with a steady hand helps guide the organization on some big goals and aspirations.

  • East County
  • Business
Make the margarita fit for your tastebuds at Takos Cantina.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • February 13, 2023
Take a shot with these tequilas on National Margarita Day on Feb. 22

Good tequila is tasty alone, but when morphing itself into a margarita, it becomes an exciting experience for all drinkers involved.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Spanish Main Yacht Club in Longboat Key is comprised of 212 units and is situated on Sarasota Bay.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • December 18, 2024
Spanish Main Yacht Club almost recovered from hurricane damage

Two months after hurricanes Helene and Milton, residents of the condominium community are still unable to live in their units, but the board said the recovery effort is turning a corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Former champion Ron Orlando hands Debra Quinn the 2024 YMCA Bridge Club trophy on Dec. 19 at the annual potluck luncheon.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 7, 2025
Bridge Club stimulates mental exercise at Lakewood Ranch YMCA

Members of the Lakewood Ranch YMCA Bridge Club say the game is challenging and fun.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
SPD Officer Michael Skinner and IUPA President Sam A. Cabral
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 12, 2024
Sarasota officer's bravery recognized for marine rescue

The entire incident was captured on video thanks to the officer's body-worn camera.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Greeters Ethan McNary and Sarah Williamson welcomed guests to Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar at UTC during a soft opening event Saturday.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • February 8, 2025
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse opens at UTC

The new Fleming's is the second in the Sarasota area.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Joseph Di Bartolomeo
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 11, 2024
Manatee County Commission District 5: Joseph Di Bartolomeo

Meet the candidate.

  • Elections
Cardinal Mooney High senior Nicolas Bencomo finished second overall at the John Ryan Invitational.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 11, 2024
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Nicolas Bencomo

The Cardinal Mooney High golfer finished top-10 at the 2024 FSGA Amateur Championship.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sarasota Military Academy is one of six schools in Sarasota that will have speed detection cameras in the school zone.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 27, 2024
School zone speed cameras activate Jan. 6

Speeds outside of six Sarasota schools will be monitored by speed detection devices resulting in $100 fines for offenders.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Senior Ava Kozicky led the Sarasota High girls lacrosse team in scoring last season with 77 goals.
  • By Dylan Campbell |
  • January 22, 2025
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Ava Kozicky

The senior attacker is primed for another massive season for the Sarasota High girls lacrosse team.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Maggie Oberst, Catherine Costello and Bonnie Schneider at the St. Mary Christmas Bazaar.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 11, 2024
St. Mary's Women’s Guild hosts handmade Christmas market

St. Mary Star of the Sea Women’s Guild hosted its annual Christmas Bazaar on Nov. 9.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota City Commission
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • October 23, 2024
Sarasota City Commission

This week, in our final installment of recommendations, we are focusing on the three Sarasota City Commission races.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Debris remained a problem in Siesta Key after Hurricane Milton.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 16, 2024
Debris cleanup continues in Sarasota

More than 1 million cubic yards of debris has been collected to date.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A rendering shows the terrace, which would be a possible enhancement to the Sarasota County library.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • January 29, 2025
Longboat Key has new April deadline for library fundraising

The town now has until the end of April to raise the $3.5 million needed for an enhanced version of a Sarasota County library.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Don't let crony capitalism run Siesta Key
  • By Letter to the Editor |
  • April 8, 2024
Don't let crony capitalism run Siesta Key

A reader writes that Siesta Key doesn't need "mega" hotels.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Sarasota High freshman quarterback Hudson West throws a pass to junior Scotty Wells.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 31, 2024
Sarasota High football shuts down Braden River High

The Sailors won a 10-6 game in which defenses ruled the day.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Some merchants have decided to close their stores on St. Armands Circle after two years of flood events.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 21, 2024
St. Armands leader asks city to revive its complete streets plan

Multiple flood events over two years leaves residents perplexed over drainage system as the "jewel of Sarasota" remains under water during its high season.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The 1274 4th Street Residences site outlined in red is across a 20-foot-wide alley from the Encore residences.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 15, 2024
Street entrance for 10-story condo tower's garage denied

The 16 future owners of 1274 4th Street Residences will have to use an alley to access parking thanks to the Planning Board's decision.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Former polo pro Bob Brosious gives some quick instruction to Raymond Dweck, and Lisa and Mark Friedman during Polo with the Pros at the Sarasota Polo Club Jan. 19.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 21, 2025
Lakewood Ranch Community Fund kicks off 2025 with polo event

Polo with the Pros packed the pavilion despite a storm that canceled the actual polo match.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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