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Former Sarasota High baseball players Owen Ayers and Conner Whittaker were selected in the 2024 MLB Draft.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 25, 2024
Former Sarasota High stars head to pro baseball ranks

Conner Whittaker and Owen Ayers were selected in the 2024 MLB Draft.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Lakewood Ranch baseball senior pitcher Lochlan Radloff struck out 77 hitters in 2023.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 21, 2024
Pitching gives Lakewood Ranch High baseball the edge

Other East County baseball and softball teams have high hopes.

  • East County
  • Sports
Bird Key Yacht Club raised over $1,700 to purchase 34 pairs of shoes.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 17, 2023
Bird Key Yacht Club provides new shoes for Tennis for Fun athletes

The club raised more than $1,700 to purchase tennis shoes for residents of The Haven and Tennis For Fun participants.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Emily Walsh |
  • April 19, 2023
Read print, digitally!

I’m happy to introduce a way to read our printed papers each week without getting ink on your fingers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
1800 Residences will be built at the convergence of North Tamiami Trail, 18th Street and Panama Drive.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 15, 2023
Neighbors erupt as Tamiami apartment project is approved

The Sarasota Planning Board approved apartments in the North Trail Overlay District, which prompted an unruly response from some Central Cocoanut residents.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Marcus Mitchell, Rhonda Samuels and Michael Samuels are the trio behind The Venue. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Su Byron |
  • June 5, 2019
The Venue brings the taste of the Big Easy to St. Armands Circle

The new restaurant and music venue combines New Orleans spirit with All-American flavor.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
The newest officers of the Sarasota Police Department during a swearing-in ceremony in April 2024.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 20, 2024
Police recruiters work to fill every sworn position

Law enforcement veterans say Sarasota is an easy sell when recruiting officers for the SPD.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The University Park Recreation District has issued a second series of bonds for $21 million to upgrade the country club's amenities.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 8, 2024
Bond issue returns in University Park

Some University Park residents express concerns over the debt issued to enhance the country club's amenities.

  • East County
  • News
Agave Bandido brings a taste of Mexican elegance to Waterside Place.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 1, 2024
Mexican restaurant Agave Bandido ready to debut in Waterside Place

The eye-catching artwork in the Mexican restaurant goes on display March 11 in Lakewood Ranch.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Sara Mackey and Sheila Monaghan at Le Macron French Pastries on the St. Armands Breakfast Tour.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • September 11, 2024
Walking tour company provides tasteful experience at St. Armands Circle

Key Culinary Tours educates patrons about Sarasota's cuisine and rich history.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
ODA senior Nolan Naese (5) scores a run against ISANP. Naese is one of the Thunder's leaders and is helping teach younger Thunder players how to play the right way.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 19, 2024
ODA baseball waits for underclassmen to make an impact

While the Thunder lineup is still trying to find the right fit, its seniors have stepped up.

  • East County
  • Sports
Aayla Bruttell and John Darling face off during the 2023 Sarasota BJJ Open, held Sept. 22 at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 27, 2023
Brazilian jiu-jitsu event promotes anti-bullying initiative

Thadeu Vieira's event, held at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex, saw more than 300 competitors.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Mirabai Holland coaching clients via Zoom recently.
  • By James Peter |
  • June 14, 2023
Wellness coach builds healthy lifestyles one Zoom session at a time

Longboat-based health expert Mirabai Holland coaches clients through surgeries, teaches healthy eating habits, leads fitness classes and so much more.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Redevelopment may lie ahead for the Crossings at Siesta Key Mall, formerly known as Southgate.
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • May 15, 2024
Sarasota mall redevelopment with 848 apartments inches forward

The city's planning board grants approval that marks next step toward revitalizing the former Southgate Mall.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Mirabai Holland |
  • October 8, 2023
New study suggests common cancers are preventable with lifestyle changes

Adopting healthy dietary and exercise habits is a cornerstone of prevention.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
A rendering shows the Brista Homes office and Couch space in the Brista Commons plaza.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 27, 2024
Developer ready to make commercial plaza a reality on Longboat Key

The project will provide over 14,000 square feet of commercial space among six spaces in a prime mid-Key location along Gulf of Mexico Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sandy Baptist Church stands strong on Clay Gully Road. The church incorporated in 1904.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 28, 2024
Sandy Baptist Church retains Old-Florida charm in Myakka City

The congregation has worked to keep the doors open after Hurricane Ian tore through the 120-year-old church.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Volunteer Dawn Brown
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 30, 2024
Salvation Army opens Sarasota food pantry to meet increased need

The nonprofit introduced the new services in response to a rising number of visitors to the Venice location and food requests from those seeking utilities assistance in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 22, 2024
FAA document specifies airport land sale objections

The agency said valuation comparables and planned land use run contrary to the grant assurances required of civil aviation operations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key commissioners were all present and ready to kick off the first meeting back on Sept. 11.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • September 13, 2023
Public concern, project updates kick off Town Commission’s return

The Sept. 11 regular commission meeting included concerns about emergency dispatch, undergrounding updates and a few resolutions.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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