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By Emma Burke Jolly |
January 7, 2024

6 historic restaurants to visit in Sarasota, Longboat and Lakewood Ranch

Start the new year off right with a visit to one of the legendary dining spots in our area.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By James Peter |
August 28, 2023

City declares state of emergency, Sarasota County issues evac order

An evacuation order for Level A is scheduled to take effect on Tuesday.

Sarasota
News

By Petra Rivera |
April 1, 2024

Local band SoulRcoaster closes out Savor the Sounds

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce concert series had a successful run and ended with a dance party.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Janet Combs |
March 24, 2024

Art in the Dark gala raises funds to bring solutions into sight

The Lighthouse Vision Loss Education Center's annual gala benefits those who have vision loss.

Black Tie

By Observer Staff |
February 20, 2024

Barancik Foundation reelects two board members, names officers

Stephanie Jones and Ben Hanan have been elected to serve three-year terms.

Sarasota
Business

By Observer Staff |
October 27, 2023

Man arrested in Sarasota on multiple drug charges

The charges include possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute within 1,000 feet of a school.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
August 27, 2023

Hurricane Idalia news, updates in Sarasota, Manatee

Idalia made landfall at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30 in Florida's Big Bend region as a Category 3 hurricane with 125 mph winds.

Hurricane Season

By Ryan Kohn |
May 14, 2024

Lakewood Ranch High softball saves seemingly lost season with district title

Junior pitcher Lexi Meneely keyed the Mustangs' district title run.

East County
Sports

By Jay Heater |
May 22, 2024

County hears LWR resident concerns on development, pickleball courts

The "All Things Lakewood Ranch" Manatee County Commission meeting was set up to provide easy access to the government officials for Lakewood Ranch residents.

East County
News

By Ryan Kohn |
January 10, 2024

New Sarasota High athletic director wants to build college-style programs

BJ Ivey will continue to coach the Sailors boys' basketball team, in addition to his new responsibilities.

Sarasota
Sports

By David Conway |
September 2, 2021

Hotel, residential tower planned for mid-Main Street

A developer is asking the city to approve a 17-story building that exceeds the standard limits on height and density for downtown projects.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
August 23, 2023

Developers' contributions to public art fund will double

The Sarasota City Commission unanimously approved a plan that raises the fee to 1% of the construction cost of developments that cost $1 million or more to build.

Sarasota
News

By Harry Sayer |
October 30, 2021

Sarasota dogs compete for best Halloween costume

The annual Sarasota Dog-A-Ween contest included more than 70 contestants.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Marty Fugate |
March 29, 2024

Lazy Lobster's Michael Garey is anything but lazy

This Lazy Lobster co-owner doesn’t have a lazy bone in his body. He loves his work and honors the mentors who got him started.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Petra Rivera |
May 22, 2024

Longboat resident provides foster care for kittens in need

Humane Society board member Caryn Wilbraham has fostered more than 40 kittens since 2021.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
August 22, 2023

Court rules Siesta Key hotels violate density caps

Sarasota County's 1989 Comprehensive Plan restrictions trump the 2021 approval of two hotel projects, according to Judge Hunter Carroll.

Siesta Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 9, 2024

Seawall projects to enhance shoreline of Longboat's Bayfront Park

Contingent on federal funding, the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program plans projects to improve oyster habitat, reduce erosion and bolster storm protection.

Longboat Key
News

By Amanda Postma |
October 1, 2023

Murder mystery show plans hotel expansion in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch

Pineapple Kitchen, a culinary and hospitality business based outside Lakewood Ranch, is expanding its murder mystery shows to meet rapidly growing demand.