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By Ian Swaby |
January 9, 2024

Sarasota Children's Museum kicks off quest for a dedicated space

The inaugural event of Sarasota's Children's Museum drew families to The Bay Park, offering children interactive experiences and hands-on learning activities.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
August 9, 2023

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Tommy Tyler

The Cardinal Mooney boys golfer believes the Cougars can win a state title in 2023.

Sarasota
Sports

By Observer Staff |
March 19, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 21-27

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Lesley Dwyer |
August 24, 2022

Paddleboard enthusiast balances yoga with water sports

Steph Ouellette owns and operates her own enterprise that teaches yoga from stand-up paddleboards both on Longboat Key and City Island.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 14, 2024

Longboat Police expansion stalls amid funding gap

The Longboat Key Police Department is looking for grants to fund a $1.3 million expansion that would add a 1,300-square-foot training facility onto the existing building.

Longboat Key
News

By Miri Hardy |
December 12, 2023

Habitat restoration zones help stabilize natural environment

These areas give wildlife and vegetation a chance to flourish free from human disturbances.

East County
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
November 11, 2022

Sarasota High football wins first playoff game in 18 years

The Sailors defeated Manatee High 30-20 on the road Friday night.

Sarasota
Sports

By Ryan Kohn |
January 24, 2024

Your guide to Sarasota's high school soccer playoffs

A handful of local teams have a chance to make postseason runs.

Sarasota
Sports

By Ryan Kohn |
April 25, 2024

Booker High alum hopes to hear his name called in NFL Draft

Defensive lineman Jacques Bristol believes he can bring run-stopping and leadership to a franchise.

Sarasota
Sports

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
April 25, 2024

WSLR/Fogartyville founders step down

Arlene Sweeting and Dave Beaton, who founded the radio station WSLR and the nightclub Fogartyville, are stepping down and moving to Michigan.

Arts + Culture

By Observer Staff |
December 25, 2014

Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Andrew Warfield |
October 5, 2023

City faces Harris Act challenge from Lido Key vacation rentals

The owners of three properties allege loss in appraised value over capacity restrictions.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
July 17, 2024

Property tax referendum funds career pathways, teacher retention

Voters will decide whether to renew a property tax referendum in November.

Sarasota
Schools

By Carter Weinhofer |
July 6, 2024

Save Our Seabirds receives grant for drainage improvements on campus

The rescue and rehabilitation nonprofit on City Island was forced to evacuate some birds during June 11 storm.

Longboat Key
News

By Rachel Brown Hackney |
September 22, 2011

Condo residents unaware of fire code regulations

In most high-rise condominium buildings, when a fire alarm on one floor goes off, alarms also sound on just the two floors above it and the floor below it, according to the county's chief Fire Prevention Division inspector.

Siesta Key
News

By Scott Lockwood |
November 6, 2021

Sarasota Medieval Fair gets underway in Myakka City

The Sarasota Medieval Fair begins in its new home at the Woods of Mallaranny off State Road 70 in Myakka City.

East County
Neighbors

By Matt Walsh |
October 4, 2023

Why they voted the way they did

We contacted Florida’s two U.S. senators and three Florida House members from Florida’s west coast to ask why they voted the way they did on the continuing resolution that prevented a government shutdown.