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A month after the paid parking program was eliminated and two-hour parking was restored, some merchants and area officials aren’t sure if the decision made much difference on Main Street.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 12, 2012
Parking problem still lingers

Some merchants and officials believe the paid parking program didn't last long enough to gauge whether its removal is best for the city.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Low-speed vehicles like the ones operated by Siesta Key Freeride are only permitted on roads with posted speed limits of 35 mph or below.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • August 15, 2013
Low-speed vehicle debate set to accelerate

County officials will discuss controversial proposals to open Siesta Key roads to vehicles limited to no more than 25 mph during an Aug. 20 meeting.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The home at 12467 Highfield Circle recently sold for $1,478,000.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • November 16, 2017
Country Club Village home tops sales at $1.48 million

Residential real estate transactions for Oct. 30-Nov. 3

  • East County
  • Real Estate
  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff |
  • February 27, 2026
Sand Bucket List: Your Guide to the Ultimate Summer Under the Sun

Explore a curated collection of experiences, destinations and sights for an unforgettable summer in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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St. Armands Circle was several feet underwater following hurricanes Helene and Milton.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 19, 2025
Resilience to floods may be on the way to St. Armands Key

The city of Sarasota has expressed interest in applying for Resilient SRQ funding to address four flood mitigation projects totaling $42 million, including $10 million for St. Armands Circle.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Maxim Chlumecky is at the center of the action in this scene from Asolo Rep's "Fiddler on the Roof," which runs through May 24 at FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 21, 2026
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for April 23-29

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Ron Cornella is among the longest-living transplant recipients in the United States, receiving his transplant at the age of 26 in 1980.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 16, 2026
After 45 years, liver transplant recipient is still grateful for a second chance

Ron Cornella is among the longest-living transplant recipients in the United States, receiving his transplant at the age of 26 in 1980.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch junior goaltender James Devriendt (33) gets some postgame kudos from senior defenseman Jackson Ellis (4). Devriendt's .878 save percentage and 2.05 goals against average through 13 games are both career-best marks on a Mustangs team that has done nothing but win in 2025-26.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • January 7, 2026
Lakewood Ranch High boys hockey team turns heads with unbeaten streak

The Mustangs have won all their games in the Lightning High School Hockey League.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 24, 2009
Golden gathering spot

In 1959, Arvida officials created Bird Key Yacht Club in hopes of generating home sales. Fifty years later, the club did more than sell homes - it became a second home for its members.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Neighbor accosts family over dock blocking his view
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 2, 2024
Neighbor accosts family over dock blocking his view

A man was ordered to cease contact with neighbors after verbally assaulting them over a new dock as they returned from a boat outing. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 9, 2021
9.11 Remembered: 24 hours in Sarasota

President and his team stayed on Longboat Key.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Decomposing seaweed along beaches can play a role in the increased level of bacteria leading to no-swim advisories. (Photo by Lauren Tronstad)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 23, 2022
Bacteria prompting no-swim advisories likely from multiple sources

When bacteria levels reach unsafe levels, beach advisories go up. But that bacteria can be indicative of several situations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
We Nuzzle CEO John Myers (left) and founder Brian Bennett (right) officially founded the company on Oct. 1, 2019.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • August 27, 2020
Pet care startup makes Longboat Key home

We Nuzzle plans to launch its on-demand pet-care services app this fall in parts of Florida.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Projects such as Vue Sarasota Bay have already drawn concern about their size and impact, and more large-scale projects are waiting in the pipeline.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 23, 2015
Sarasota leaders grapple with impact of increased building

With major construction projects underway and a new zoning code nearing completion, residents and officials are ready to have a conversation about managing growth in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • August 14, 2021
Unconditional Surrender statue celebrated at ceremony

The rededication ceremony was held Aug. 14.

  • Sarasota
  • News
First responders are on the scene of a structure fire on Longboat Key. (Photo via town of Longboat Key)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 6, 2022
One hospitalized after structure fire on Gulf of Mexico Drive

The fire was contained to one unit on the third floor of Beach Harbor Club.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 14, 2009
Teen shoots brother accidentally

A 17-year-old Sabal Harbour boy was disassembling his father's gun when the shooting occurred early this morning.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 28, 2009
Grant helps retain law enforcement jobs

Sarasota police and sheriff's officials were counting on the federal COPS grant to help retain officers and deputies.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The trolley service on Longboat Key will continue for the foreseeable future.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 17, 2010
Trolley service extended

The Manatee County Commission agreed to hold off on eliminating its Longboat Key trolley route for the rest of the year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A dog may not be tied up outside if it is not in sight of the owner and if there is no food or water available for it.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • September 17, 2010
Sarasota adopts anti dog-tethering law

Sarasota County has made it illegal to chain dogs or other animals outside if certain conditions are not met.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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