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By Louis Llovio |
June 13, 2022

Mira Mar building could be demolished to build more downtown condos

Sarasota-based Seaward Development promises its plan will pay homage to Mira Mar's 100-year history.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
September 23, 2022

Manatee, Sarasota counties, Longboat Key set sandbag stations

Some locations in Manatee open Saturday, others open on Sunday.

Sarasota
News

By Llewellyn Rockwell Jr. |
November 1, 2023

Parallels to 1930s Nazis

The Nazis' demonic evil began long before the Holocaust. It began with policies similar to what we see in the U.S. today.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Emily Walsh |
November 9, 2022

Instructions from Ian

While we await the effects of Tropical Storm Nicole, we should take heed of the lessons we learned from Hurricane Ian.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Samantha Chaney |
April 9, 2019

Sarasota named one of the best places to live in America

Sarasota was also ranked as the No. 3 city in America to retire in.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 18, 2023

Dogs become part of the family at Donte's Den Foundation in Myakka

Donte's Den is an animal sanctuary that also provides low-cost pet care to members of the military and first responders who are deployed.

East County
Business

By Observer Staff |
August 19, 2015

Sarasota photo contest winner: August 20

Lou Newman submitted this double rainbow photo over downtown Sarasota.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
February 19, 2023

Special Olympics equestrian competition puts riders’ skills on display

The event brought together competitors and families from Sarasota, Manatee and Lee counties.

East County
Neighbors

By Mallory Gnaegy |
October 19, 2013

PHOTO GALLERY: Downtown Sarasota Art and Craft Festival

The 19th Annual Downtown Sarasota Art and Craft Festival took place 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Arts + Culture

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 24, 2023

Despite mistaken identity, Big Cat Habitat in Sarasota is open

After Big Cat Rescue in Tampa closed, Kay Rosier says many people called to ask if Big Cat Habitat is out of business.

East County
News

By Eric Garwood |
May 4, 2022

Sarasota Cops Corner: Prone to trespassing

Police reports from around Sarasota.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Ian Swaby |
May 17, 2023

Postal Service helps local food bank stamp out hunger

The May 13 food drive collected several tons of food for the All Faiths Food Bank.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
August 12, 2022

Sarasota police increases traffic law enforcement, education

Protection of pedestrians and bicycles is the goal of the Sarasota Police Department's High Visibility Enforcement effort.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
October 6, 2022

Health officials urge vigilance against mosquito and tick bites

Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County advises residents to drain standing water and cover up to minimize exposure to mosquitoes and ticks in aftermath of Hurricane Ian.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
October 14, 2022

No-swim advisory lifted for Bird Key Park

Results of follow-up testing expected on Friday.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
July 29, 2022

Sarasota motorcyclist killed in Tamiami Trail crash

FHP reports that the rider died in the hospital Friday following the Thursday afternoon crash.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
August 17, 2022

Apartments at former Sarasota Kennel Club approach approval

The Sarasota City Commission approves first reading of ordinances to help pave the way for apartment developer Aventon to build a multifamily community at the site of the former dog track.