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By Lesley Dwyer |
January 12, 2024

Bounce houses take over Nathan Benderson Park

The Big Bounce America is billed as the "biggest touring inflatable event in the world."

East County
Neighbors

By Mark Gordon |
October 24, 2023

Outdoor retailer REI sets mid-November opening at UTC

The Seattle-based outdoor gear and clothing brand's other store on the west coast of Florida is in Tampa.

East County
Business

By Louis Llovio |
February 3, 2024

Sarasota man sentenced to 15 years for defrauding seniors

A federal judge in Tampa sentenced a 67-year-old insurance agent for a scheme that stole millions from elderly clients.

Sarasota
News

By Ryan Kohn |
April 15, 2024

LECOM Suncoast Classic returns this week to Lakewood National

The Korn Ferry Tour will return to the area April 18-21 for its sixth annual Classic with an intriguing field.

East County
Sports

By Louis Llovio |
January 24, 2024

Longboat Key shopping center sells for $7.45 million

The center, which sits on 4.6 acres, is said to be one of the largest parcels on Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
News

By Jay Heater |
July 1, 2023

Head-on collision on SR 70 near Myakka City leaves one dead

A 42-year-old Sarasota woman was killed on S.R. 70 when her car crossed the center line into the path of an SUV.

East County
News

By Ryan Kohn |
March 6, 2024

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Allison Cole

The Riverview softball junior has shined on the mound and at the plate early in the 2024 season.

Sarasota
Sports

By Observer Staff |
August 31, 2023

Three Sarasota schools ranked among the state and nation's best

Recent U.S. News & World Report rankings include Pine View, Suncoast Polytech and Riverview High School.

Sarasota
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
August 30, 2022

Sarasota County's new headquarters projected to cost $72M-$74M

The new building next to Celery Fields will be 50,000 square feet smaller than the current administration building in downtown.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 26, 2024

New surveys will provide updated report on canal conditions

Last year’s pitch to start the canal maintenance program on Longboat Key was met with commission confusion.

Longboat Key
News

By Marty Fugate |
March 28, 2024

Tasty cocktails that are a sure bet to beat the heat

Sip your way into summer with these tantalizing concoctions.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
August 4, 2023

Kate Mulligan joins ensembleNewSRQ as its first general manager

The Sarasota contemporary classical music group is in expansion mode.

Arts + Culture

By Observer Staff |
August 25, 2023

Selby Gardens names new director of archaeology

Uzi Baram has taught anthropology at New College for 25 years.

Sarasota
Business

By Observer Staff |
July 14, 2023

SPD earns reaccreditation from law enforcement assessors

Accreditation from Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation and Florida Police Accreditation Coalition is valid for three years.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
July 31, 2023

Arrest made in July 24 shooting near St. Armands Circle

A Punta Gorda teen was in Venice Police Department custody on unrelated charges when identified by Sarasota detectives.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 5, 2024

Longboat Key Police officers rescue dog from canal

Officers conducted a late-night rescue of an injured dog in a canal. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Janet Combs |
November 7, 2023

Culinary feast supports trauma survivors at Resilient Retreat

The organization hosted its second annual Farm to Table event to support programming on its campus.

Black Tie

By Matt Walsh |
April 24, 2024

An attack on religion?

A new Biden rule on immigration is forcing thousands of foreign-born clergy to leave their churches, temples and synagogues.

Sarasota
Opinion

By David Conway |
June 16, 2021

UPDATE: Bayfront Drive reopens after gas leak

A Palm Avenue gas leak closed the downtown road temporarily this morning.

Sarasota
News

By Peninsula Sarasota |
February 10, 2022

24 Ultra-luxe Residences on Golden Gate Point

Peninsula Sarasota offers a limited opportunity.

Sarasota
Real Estate

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