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A glass-encased stairwell extending from the north elevation of the Sarasota County Administration Center will be the dominant architectural feature.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 26, 2023
New county administrative center emphasizes health, fitness

A glassed-in staircase and views of Celery Fields are intended to promote fitness and vitality among staff. The $75 million building is also planned to be more public-friendly.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The salad bars in high school cafeterias come with plenty of ingredients for students to choose.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 31, 2024
Providing more food options is a recipe for success in Manatee schools

The School District of Manatee County offers increased variety to meet students' needs for a nutritious lunch.

  • East County
  • Schools
Unicorp CEO Chuck Whittall presents to the Longboat Key Town Commission during Wednesday's hearing.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • October 20, 2021
With two unanimous approvals, Longboat gives St. Regis its final OK

Commissioners voted 6-0 on both an ordinance and a resolution on the proposed changes.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The town experienced less damage than they anticipated, but continues to seek ensuring resident preparedness.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • February 9, 2023
Your Town: Longboaters start preparing with Severe Weather Awareness Week

The week of Feb. 6 to Feb. 10 has been marked for educating residents on preparing for severe weather.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Is the Lo’ Key in the right location?
  • By Letter to the Editor |
  • May 9, 2023
Is the Lo’ Key in the right location?

A reader questions the wisdom of placing a new restaurant on Tarawitt Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Peg Stanton, Karen Kurgan, Nicole Huot, Fanny Younger, Chris Goodwin and Allison Byrd
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 10, 2023
Tennis team celebrates season's start at Public Tennis Center

The "Zebras" bonded over fun games, friendly competitions and Champagne.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Rick Walker swims the 100 breaststroke at the 2022 USMS Summer Nationals 2022. Walker is the head coach of the Sarasota Sharks Masters.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 3, 2023
US Masters Swimming Nationals come to Sarasota

For local swimmers, the event is a celebration of the sport and what it allows them to feel.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Mashara Mirtolooi performs "To Error is Human."
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 24, 2024
Music Compound songwriters showcase original compositions

Songwriters Showcase allowed students of all ages to perform their own compositions.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
What’s in it for neighbors?
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • February 8, 2024
What’s in it for neighbors?

Surely, Ride Entertainment knows what kind of storms it is about to encounter in its dream to add commercial amusements at City Island. You know the saying: Know your audience. Same applies: Know your neighbors.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
The cast of "Acceptance Pending" performs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival Aug. 27-28, 2023.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 10, 2024
Musical from Braden River High alum to make local debut

After a successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Gabriel McDerment is bringing his musical, “Acceptance Pending,” on tour in the U.S.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
How little has changed
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 3, 2024
How little has changed

A new year is a time for optimism. But four books remind us the fight for liberty is forever. "Never give in."

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 7, 2022
Sarasota Medieval Fair creates fantasy fun in Myakka City

A tomato toss was just one of the fun events at the annual festival at the Woods of Mallaranny.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
1. O'Mariah Gordon, Braden River High girls basketball
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 13, 2021
The top-10 East County athletes to watch in 2021

These athletes should command much attention in the new year.

  • East County
  • Sports
Although no plans have been submitted, Grant's Garden officials said they plan to use the company's existing building in a new proposal for redevelopment.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 8, 2022
Longboat landscaper gains deadline extension for new redevelopment plan

Grant's Garden gets six months to redo proposal plan for Longboat base.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kayla Bieliaev slides down the ice slide at A Taste of Chanukah on Nov. 28, 2021.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 5, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Dec. 7-13

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Sarasota County's OnDemand service could cover all of Longboat Key under an agreement with Manatee County.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 16, 2023
Town provides updates on extended bus service, new library

A joint meeting between Longboat Key and Sarasota County officials also included details on the St. Armands pump system failure during Hurricane Idalia.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Officer on patrol finds a man on the ground with his wheelchair on fire
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 8, 2023
Officer on patrol finds a man on the ground with his wheelchair on fire

Investigators determine the cause of a victim's wheelchair fire. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
The Winn-Dixie grocery store at The Green in Lakewood Ranch lasted just over two years and is closing on April 10.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 16, 2023
Winn-Dixie in Lakewood Ranch to close April 10

Besides the regular grocery store, Winn-Dixie's liquor store also will close at The Green in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Business
Vickie Daignault and Evan Stevens star in Adam Rapp's "The Sound Inside," running through Dec. 3 at Urbanite Theatre.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 26, 2023
Urbanite Theatre's 'The Sound Inside' proves fiction is stranger than truth

Vickie Daignault and Evan Stevens star in the rule-breaking production about a teacher and her student.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Adrian Moore |
  • February 1, 2018
The Promise and Pitfalls of Form-Based Codes

There are reasons less than 1% of American cities use form-based codes. They are tricky to implement and definitely not a panacea.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
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