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By Andrew Warfield |
November 20, 2023

Hundreds march across Ringling Bridge in support of Israel

The local parents of an Israeli-American hostage lead Sunday's March Against Hate.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
November 14, 2023

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Nov. 16-22

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Andrew Warfield |
August 23, 2022

FDOT public meeting on US 301 improvements set for Thursday

The Florida Department of Transportation is planning four intersection improvements on U.S. 301 north of downtown.

Sarasota
News

By Adam Hughes |
December 19, 2023

Top residential real estate sales for Dec. 4-8 in Lakewood Ranch

A Winding River home on 11th Terrace tops the week's sales at $2.1 million.

East County
Real Estate

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
January 10, 2024

Kaleidoscopic exhibit evokes Hurricane Ian and a life of upheaval

"Picking Up the Pieces," a retrospective show at Sarasota Art Museum for multimedia artist Judy Pfaff, captures resilience in its exploration of beauty amid destruction.

Arts + Culture

By Observer Staff |
July 21, 2023

Sarasota man arrested on child pornography charges

Hundreds of images were found on a computer belonging to a 51-year-old man.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
November 8, 2023

Three-time Tour de France winner Greg LeMond partners with Sarasota bike shop

Wheel Street USA, which offers custom designs and complimentary coffee, recently opened in Sarasota.

Sarasota
Business

By Andrew Warfield |
May 23, 2022

Complete street project on Ringling Boulevard begins this week

Reducing Ringling Boulevard to two lanes will allow for protected bicycle lanes and connect Legacy Trail from Payne Park to the downtown core.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
December 7, 2023

Celebration of Newtown history intertwines with holiday season

The historic Leonard Reid house will be home to music, lights and holiday spirit as a Christmas tree at UTC shares the stories of Newtown.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
August 25, 2023

SMH makes Forbes list of best employers

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is ranked No. 4 among 90 large employers in Florida.

Sarasota
News

By Petra Rivera |
August 29, 2023

Business owners on St. Armands Circle, Longboat prep for Hurricane Idalia

Few businesses stay open as they make last-minute preparations and residents evacuate for the coming Category 3 hurricane.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 29, 2024

Exclusive golf course breaks ground in Myakka City

The Miakka Golf Club is being built next to the TerraNova Equestrian Center on Clay Gully Road.

East County
News

By Liz Ramos |
February 8, 2024

Dancers, models take center stage at University Park Fashion Show

Proceeds from the University Park Women's Club event benefit area charities.

East County
Neighbors

By Petra Rivera |
August 27, 2023

Sarasota Bay Watch hosts first scallop search since COVID

Volunteers met on Aug. 26 at Sarasota Sailing Squadron to collect data on scallops, wildlife and seagrass in Sarasota Bay.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
February 10, 2024

Vacation rental ordinance expanded citywide

The registration period for short-term rentals in Sarasota will be July 1 to Oct. 31, and the new law will go into effect Jan. 1, 2025.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
December 4, 2023

Sarasota recriminalizes marijuana possession

Due to noncompliance with fines, Sarasota Police will refer misdemeanor cannabis cases to alternative mitigation, such as the state's pre-arrest diversion program.

Sarasota
News

By Harry Sayer |
May 28, 2022

Sarasota veterans march 5K in Memorial Day tribute

The annual 5K hike was held May 28.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Matt Walsh |
February 21, 2024

Clash of merit vs. politics

After 11 years as Manatee’s supervisor of elections, Mike Bennett is retiring March 1. He has recommended an obvious choice: his chief of staff. But a surprise candidate has also applied: Commissioner James Satcher.