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Jim Warren paints at his live art show at Wyland Galleries on Oct 14.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • October 17, 2023
Grammy-winning artist talks fantasy surrealism at live art show

Jim Warren, who painted the cover for Bob Seger's "Against the Wind," was at Wyland Galleries on St. Armands Circle to meet fans and show his artwork.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Andrew Georgiadis and Karin Murphy formerly worked together in the city'      s Urban Design Studio, but now one is accusing the other of improper practices.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 16, 2017
Draft code triggers intellectual-property concerns

A planner who contributed to the city’s form-based code says portions of a draft were cribbed from another document, but is that out-of-bounds for government work?

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Shantel Norman Group backed up their eponymous leader.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 29, 2023
Last chance to Savor the Sounds

Shantel Norman and the Shantel Norman Band are performing April 1 at the Town Center Green.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
"Creedence Clearwater Remixed" runs through Oct. 22 at FST's Goldstein Cabaret.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 22, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Aug. 24-30

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Boaters anchor near Jewfish Key.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 6, 2024
Jewfish Key files petition for removal from town of Longboat Key

The town of Longboat Key must now conduct a feasibility survey to consider the petition for contraction or deannexation.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 20, 2023
Sarasota County Toys for Tots seeks a new warehouse

The nonprofit, which collects toys for children, must find storage space in order to continue its programs next year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
OnPlace staff members celebrating the company's one-year anniversary are 
Erin Steele, community relations, Sandy Friedman, business development, Monaca Onstad, president and CEO, Amanda Arnold, vice president, and Mackenzie Straley, director of community experience.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 21, 2023
Community lifestyle specialist spreads wings with OnPlace

Former SMR community relations director Monaca Onstad uses her Lakewood Ranch experience to enhance communities around the nation.

  • East County
  • Business
Braden River senior wrestler Jessey Colas captured the Class 2A title in the 182-pound division March 4 at Silver Spurs Arena in Kissimmee.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 25, 2023
The top 10 moments of the East County high school sports scene

In a year full of triumph and growth, these 10 made the biggest impact.

  • East County
  • Sports
Courts five and six.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 21, 2020
Longboat Key Tennis Center courts updated

This maintenance is a precursor to bigger work to come in 2021.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 12, 2015
School boards wrong again

Now that property values and home building are rising again, the Sarasota and Manatee school boards see an easy target for money: jack up the price of new homes.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Fork & Hen SRQ's colossal The Hitman burger with pimento cheese is nearly perfect.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • July 20, 2023
Where to find Sarasota's best buns (and burgers)

You’ll have a whopper of a time sampling these savory sandwiches.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Austria photo wins Observer's It's Read Everywhere contest
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 8, 2023
Austria photo wins Observer's It's Read Everywhere contest

Pam and Russell Hyatt have won the It's Read Everywhere contest for 2023 and will be going on a seven-day Celebrity Cruise to be booked by Marc Bokoff of Cruise Planners.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Alison Cossetti Clough and Allison Boccaccio are seated in the VIP area.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 11, 2023
Suncoast Food & Wine Fest sizzles at Premier Park

The 21st annual Rotary Club fundraiser was another hit in Lakewood Ranch

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Superintendent Jason Wysong has loved talking to students like R. Dan Nolan Middle School eighth graders Bryce Newman and Hutch Jeanise.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 24, 2023
Manatee schools must react to loss of federal emergency funds

After 100 days in new post, Superintendent Jason Wysong must evaluate positions funded by COVID grants.

  • East County
  • Schools
Developer Jay Tallman says the city's approval of a density increase in the Rosemary District is a boon for builders.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 18, 2015
Q&A with Jay Tallman

The developer of a major Rosemary District housing project discusses density, homelessness and the future of a burgeoning part of the city.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Santa greets a young runner at the finish of the 2022 Sandy Claws Beach Run.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 2, 2023
Registration open for Sandy Claws Beach Run on Siesta Key

The 47th annual event is scheduled for Dec. 9 at Siesta Beach.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Party planner Stephanie Grae before a "Gaze & Graze" tour at Creative Liberties in the Limelight District.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • December 5, 2023
Sarasota event planner spotlights arts with local multimedia openings

Stephanie Grae produces special arts and nonprofit events around Sarasota with a focus on bringing people together.

  • Arts + Culture
Braden River Library is one of seven locations in the Manatee County Public Library System.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 14, 2024
Manatee County severs ties with American Library Association

The commission voted to end the county's membership and barred staff from attending conferences of the national library organization.

  • East County
  • News
River Club's Lynn Hague and Bob and Pearl Taboh ring in the holiday season together at River Club's first Jingle Ball.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 6, 2023
River Club hosts its first Jingle Ball

The Jingle Ball gave neighbors an opportunity to meet and reconnect in a formal and fun setting.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Seven-time PGA Tour winner Billy Horschel hosts the Advocates Professional Golf Association Tour Thursday and Friday at The Concession.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 18, 2023
Minority golfers take their shot at Billy Horschel Invitational

Advocates Professional Golf Association Tour makes a stop at The Concession in the Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • News
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