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By Observer Staff |
April 10, 2025

Police respond to simultaneous bar brawls one block apart

Sarasota police officers respond to one fight inside and another outside Main Street bars after 2 a.m. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Jim DeLa |
February 7, 2025

Crash kills felony suspect after leading Sarasota deputies on rush-hour chase

The suspect, a 31-year-old Bradenton man was killed when his truck hit a telephone pole.

Sarasota
News

By Liz Ramos |
October 19, 2023

Greenbrook Adventure Park pavilion rebuild due in July

The Inter-District Authority is working on the design of the new pavilion after the previous one was destroyed by fireworks in July.

East County
News

By Jay Heater |
March 24, 2025

A huge interview with Big George Foreman

The heavyweight champion taught us all about the benefits of having a little compassion.

East County
Opinion

By Liz Ramos |
August 16, 2022

Manatee School Board considers borrowing more money for capital projects

Inflation leads the School District of Manatee County to plot a borrow-and-build-now strategy.

East County
Schools

By Jay Heater |
October 16, 2024

Boo Run gives charities a boost

Race director has no fear Boo Run will continue to be successful in Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
September 14, 2023

Ready for a real-life 'magic carpet' ride? Hop on an eFoil.

Learning to fly on a surfboard isn't easy, but the "unreal feeling" is worth it, Sarasota eFoil owners say.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Emily Leinfuss |
July 9, 2024

Sarasota coffee shop doubles in size, adds yarn business

A family of German immigrants musters up a rare match by opening a yarn store inside their European-style cafe.

Sarasota
Business

By Lori Sax |
March 11, 2025

Jewish Family and Children's Service of the Suncoast springs up Hope in Bloom

Stan and Jo Rutstein were honored at the organization's inaugural luncheon.

Black Tie

By Jay Heater |
April 18, 2024

It's a steady march toward another parade in Lakewood Ranch

Entries begin to line up for 2024 Tribute to Heroes Parade.

East County
Opinion

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 29, 2024

Explore a revitalized Durante Park with new, more durable boardwalk

The project wrapped up in March and replaced the Longboat Key park’s boardwalk with new composite material.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
August 19, 2024

Second Toast Local event serves up craft beers and spirits for a cause

The event provided a tasting of craft beers and spirits while also supporting the community.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
September 20, 2023

New St. Regis parking lot plans move to second hearing

Unicorp National Developments presented new parking plans nixing the garage for the St. Regis Longboat Key and was met with few negative comments.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
February 10, 2025

Manatee County Library patrons invited to explore Morocco

The Voyager program introduces residents to different countries, but flying is optional.

East County
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
January 13, 2025

Cynthia Sayer brings her hot banjo show to Sarasota

A recent winner of the Steve Martin Banjo Prize, Cynthia Sayer got her start by performing in a nursing home.

Arts + Culture

By Jim DeLa |
November 21, 2024

Sarasota's labor market may see big shortages

Market analyst says the area's aging population is not being replaced.

Sarasota
News

By Eric Garwood |
May 5, 2020

Longboat plans test of new alert system

Code Red system being replaced by Alert Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
November 16, 2023

What happens when New College's lease on airport land expires?

SRQ airport's president warns "there will be no New College" if it doesn't buy the leased land before prices skyrocket and the school can't afford to stay there.