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A new column for a new season
  • By Janet Combs |
  • October 28, 2024
A new column for a new season

As the social season begins — slowly after impacts from the hurricanes — we remain excited to tell the stories of the events to come.

  • Black Tie
Court 13 at Payne Park Tennis Center offers a spot for players to relax before and after matches.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 17, 2024
Pro shop, lounge opens at Payne Park Tennis Center

Court Thirteen, part pro shop and part lounge, is one of several recent improvements.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
City begins storm debris collection on Monday, Oct. 7
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 3, 2024
City begins storm debris collection on Monday, Oct. 7

Debris must be separated into categories and street access unblocked for heavy equipment.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key Police Chief Pete Cumming and Longboat Key Fire Rescue Chief Paul Dezzi at last year's event.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 24, 2019
Rotary Club invites public to first responder event

For the first time, the Rotary Club of Longboat Key is offering a limited number of tickets to residents for their first responder appreciation event on May 5.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The inspector general's office is located at 1115 Manatee Avenue West.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 1, 2024
Inspector general protects Manatee County from fraud

From audits to investigations, the department focuses on preventing fraud and abuse.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 27, 2023
Manatee commissioners say days of three-term leaders are numbered

Following the resignation of Vanessa Baugh from the board, only first-term commissioners remain.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota, Manatee county 2024 general election results
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 5, 2024
Sarasota, Manatee county 2024 general election results

The 2024 general election was held Nov. 5. The voter turnout was high in both Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Elections
Changes in the Sarasota city noise ordinance will prohibit audible amplified sound from inside motor vehicles from traveling more than 25 feet.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 23, 2024
Sarasota tightens restrictions on car music volume

Vehicles' speakers audible from more than 25 feet away would be subject to enforcement under revised ordinance.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Food Services Manager Melissa Phillips
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 18, 2024
Riverview High staffer reflects on years with the district

After joining the school district in 1998, Melissa Phillips, a food and nutrition services manager, says there’s still nowhere she’d rather be.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
DAR members Shawna Smith, Gina Wilcox, Bonnie Calliotte, Sue Asony, Barbara Wilkes Asony, and Sara De Soto regent Pat Rook.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 6, 2023
Daughters of the American Revolution group keeps history present in Sarasota

Community members with ancestral ties to the American Revolution support local causes helping students and veterans.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
David Otterness has been on the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance board since 2021.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 15, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance thrives as it turns 20

As the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance readies to shed itself of its teenage years, a leader with a steady hand helps guide the organization on some big goals and aspirations.

  • East County
  • Business
Zumba is among the activities offered at The Bay Park.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 12, 2024
Free ways to get fit and stay healthy in Sarasota

From beach yoga to high-intensity training at The Bay, the city has something to offer fitness seekers of all stripes.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Former Cardinal Mooney High volleyball player Skye Ekes transferred to Mercer University after three seasons at Florida State University.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 5, 2024
Sarasota's nonfootball alums get their due

Watch for these area athletes on the national college sports scene.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Summer Success Institute offers a camp for students entering kindergarten through eighth grade.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 16, 2023
2023 Summer Camps in Sarasota, Manatee - Education

Your guide to summer camps this year in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Summer Fun Guide
Dr. Daren Spinelle offers accessible health care for the residents of Longboat Key at the Paradise Center Medical Suite.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • October 9, 2023
Doctor at The Paradise Center provides medical care for snowbirds

Dr. Daren Spinelle wants to make health care accessible for all residents even while living in Longboat part time.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By JL Bainbridge Family Wealth Advisors |
  • August 29, 2024
7 Steps to Successful Financial Planning for Retirement

How to work effectively with your financial advisor.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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Brunch time at Kolucan Mexican Bar & Grill.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • May 4, 2024
3 spots for tasty Mexican brunch, dinner and dessert in Sarasota

Make the most of Cinco de Mayo in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Sarasota County School Board candidate Liz Barker waves to voters arriving at a polling site at Sarasota Baptist Church Aug. 20.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 21, 2024
Dissenting voices increase on school board as Edwards, Barker claim seats

Liz Barker claims a seat in the Sarasota County School Board District 2 race while Tom Edwards retains his seat in the District 3 race.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dale Anderson
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 17, 2024
Sarasota County Public Hospital Board, at-large Seat 2: Dale Anderson

Meet the candidate.

  • Elections
Susan Hanus, executive director of Cat Depot, pets Rascal.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 15, 2023
Cat Depot seniors program helps provide age-appropriate companions

The program, sponsored by Pets for the Elderly, offers senior cats to senior individuals for one-third the cost of a regular adoption.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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