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By Lauren Tronstad |
February 28, 2023

Town progresses toward replacement of sewer line under Sarasota Bay

The town of Longboat Key has obtained permits to dig up the underwater bed of the bay and install the pipe.

Longboat Key
News

By Dariela Delgado |
January 10, 2023

Cruising down Legacy Trail in a Surrey

The Surrey Program kicked off on Jan. 10 and will run on Tuesdays and Wednesdays through April 12.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Spencer Fordin |
March 17, 2022

Sarasota rolls out red carpet for film festival

The Sarasota Film Festival is back, and it's bringing an eclectic group of films and stars to town in early April.

Arts + Culture

In Memoriam |
August 31, 2022

Brooke GuyAsbury

Guy Asbury’s Memorial Service will be held on Friday, 09/09/2022 at Sarasota National Cemetery at 11:30 AM.

Sarasota
Tributes & Obituaries

By Jay Heater |
July 19, 2023

Plans emerge for luxury golf community in Myakka City

After the Manatee County Commission's approval in June, builders plan to begin work on a Nick Price-designed course this fall.

East County
News

By Ryan Kohn |
August 24, 2023

Cardinal Mooney High football has high expectations for 2023

The Cougars have NCAA Division I talent on both sides of the ball.

Sarasota
Sports

By Andrew Warfield |
July 22, 2023

Parallel parking plan causes friction for Siesta Promenade

Neighbors of the planned Benderson project convinced Sarasota County's Planning Commission to recommend against approval of the traffic-calming measure.

Siesta Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
April 18, 2023

Siesta Key hotel plans face more legal scrutiny

With a state ruling favoring opposition, two approved hotels have been challenged over their consistency with the Sarasota County comprehensive plan.

Siesta Key
News

By Spencer Fordin |
November 15, 2022

Key Chorale sings to irregular rhythms for 'Mystics and Kings'

Key Chorale and the Sarasota Ballet Studio Company chose some inventive selections for their imaginative pairing of talents this year.

Arts + Culture

By Harry Sayer |
December 8, 2022

Erin Brockovich headlines RCLA appreciation event

The Ringling College Library Association hosted a platinum appreciation event for closer supporters at the Sarasota Opera House on Dec. 7.

Black Tie

By Observer Staff |
March 7, 2023

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 9-15

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By David Conway |
March 14, 2018

Car catches fire at Whole Foods parking garage

Emergency personnel are responding to a vehicle fire at the downtown Whole Foods on First Street.

Sarasota
News

By Sidra Wali |
April 17, 2023

Town departments, organizations meet Longboaters at open house

The outdoor community market and open house was held at Longboat Key Bayfront Park with a dozen vendors.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
September 2, 2023

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center to host Stop the Bleed

Stop the Bleed will teach people the actions necessary to help if someone is injured or bleeding.

East County
Neighbors

By Emily Leinfuss |
February 16, 2023

Finding uncommon art in the most common of places

For Art in Common Places, the answer of "What is art?" lies in collaboration, community and understanding.

Arts + Culture

By David Conway |
April 13, 2020

Sarasota Memorial Day Parade canceled

The Sarasota Patriotic Observance Committee decided to cancel next month’s event because of public health concerns related to COVID-19.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
January 18, 2023

K-9 apprehends one of four involved in auto theft

A car chase that went on foot ended when a police K-9 nabbed the driver of a stolen vehicle as three officers surrendered to other two-legged officers. This and other reports from the Sarasota Police Department in this week's Cops Corner.