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The city is not a developer
  • By Adrian Moore |
  • April 18, 2024
The city is not a developer

The city manager wants Sarasota to develop an $80M affordable housing project. Good intentions, but this approach always fails. A voucher program would be better.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
The upper floors of Obsidian would offer bayfront views to the east and downtown views to the west.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 24, 2023
Downtown condo moves closer to final approval as neighbors object

Although the developer says the height-limiting ordinance does not apply, the Sarasota Design Review Committee still suggests reducing the scale of the condominium tower, Obsidian.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota man indicted for alleged Medicare fraud
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 1, 2024
Sarasota man indicted for alleged Medicare fraud

Marketers were allegedly paid for ordering unnecessary cancer tests, a U.S. Attorney says.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The increasing number of new projects in Sarasota have inspired the city to reconsider its assessment of impact fees on developers.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 4, 2016
As city considers development fees, builders brace for impact

The city of Sarasota could soon restore and revise some of its impact fees on new developments, a growing trend facing builders in the area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
ESPN host Kevin Negandhi, Former Buffalo Bills quarterback Jim Kelly, Former New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter, Dick Vitale, NASCAR legend Jeff Gordon, University of Tennessee men's basketball coach Rick Barnes and V Foundation CEO Shane Jacobson pose before the Dick Vitale Gala.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 6, 2024
Dick Vitale Gala remains a night of hope

The annual event, held May 3 at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, was a reminder of what is important.

  • East County
  • Sports
Residents line up to get into The Fresh Market on April 24.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 24, 2024
The Fresh Market opens in Lakewood Ranch

More than 100 residents lined up to be the first shoppers in The Green's new store on State Road 70.

  • East County
  • Business
Francisco Llosa of Florado/Sharp Printing (center) breaks in front of the field to put a shot on goal. His team won the title match 10-8 over Hillcroft/Hawkwood.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 2, 2022
Thrills mark new year at Sarasota Polo Club

High-scoring title match highlights Sarasota Polo Club action

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 17, 2011
Our View: A missed opportunity

Has the city of Sarasota re-opened for business, as it appeared after the spring election? Hopefully, but ...

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Gracewater at Sarasota |
  • February 29, 2024
Gracewater at Sarasota is now open. Come visit!

The community’s three stunning model homes will give you a glimpse at life in this amenity-filled, resort-inspired lifestyle community.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
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A conceptual street level view from Adams Lane of Artists Court.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 7, 2023
Towles Court neighborhood braces for coming apartment complex

With 242-unit development Artists Court Residences proposed across the street, property owners in Towles Court ponder whether to cash in or stay put.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Gulf Coast Community Foundation's Sarasota Philanthropy Center is on State Street in downtown.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 15, 2023
Training program for nonprofit board members seeks applicants

Candidates must be active or prospective nonprofit board members in the Gulf Coast region.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Urban Design Studio Director Karin Murphy said that she wanted to allow for some creativity in the new sign regulations while calling for a higher overall quality standard.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 1, 2015
New zoning code aims to freshen up city storefronts

As the city prepares to overhaul its zoning code, the Urban Design Studio is working with merchants to develop new regulations governing signage.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Riverview High baseball sophomore Caiden Cabral.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 24, 2024
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Caiden Cabral

The Riverview High baseball sophomore had two big games April 18-19.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Housing affordability crisis
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • September 7, 2023
Housing affordability crisis

Sarasota commissioners took a good step that will help. But they and the county need to be bolder.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Miguel’s Mixed Grille entree consists of three tender lamb chops with mint sauce, veal with Bordelaise sauce and filet mignon with Bearnaise sauce, along with cauliflower, grilled mushrooms and duchess potatoes.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 1, 2024
Family behind Miguel’s Restaurant keep its long and tasty legacy alive

Miguel Garcia had a vision for continental cuisine on Siesta Key. His sons keep that vision alive.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Manatee County Commissioner George Kruse says his investigation for a possible DUI resulting in an April 20 accident is a "witch hunt."
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 3, 2022
Manatee County commissioner calls DUI inquiry 'entirely political'

Commissioner George Kruse says the April 20 accident was careless driving, nothing more.

  • East County
  • News
Penny's Ice Cream offers a variety of flavors, fresh pastries and beverages like hot and iced coffee.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 13, 2024
Ice cream shop named for owners' beloved dog opens on Longboat

Greg Bukowski and Volha Siamashka have opened Penny's Ice Cream near the beach and hope to grow a loyal customer base.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Donovan Session and Shea Petersen  bring Urbanite's "At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen" to life. (Photo by Dylan Jon Wade Cox)
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 6, 2021
What a drag it is not getting old

'At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen' cracks the intersectional code of identity at Urbanite Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • May 1, 2024
Sarasota Memorial Hospital Board candidates forum set for July 11

For the first time, the League of Women Voters of Sarasota County will hold a Sarasota Memorial Hospital Board candidates forum.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The motion from Sarasota City Commissioner Kyle Battie (pictured in October 2022) to dismiss a defamation suit brought by resident Kelly Franklin was granted.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 12, 2024
Judge rules to dismiss defamation lawsuit against Battie

The judge rules that Sarasota City Commissioner Kyle Battie was acting in his capacity as an elected official and is immune from civil action for comments made about resident Kelly Franklin.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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