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A conceptual rendering by Sweet Sparkman Architecture and Interiors of Sarasota shows a reimagined New College East Campus on land the college plans to acquire from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 29, 2024
New College approves airport land purchase agreement

With regulatory hurdles remaining, closing the deal on the 31 acres New College rents from SRQ airport remains months away.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The latest version of One Park is planned for Block 1 of The Quay.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 23, 2024
Pared-down One Park condo plan proposed to city

A new plan for the 18-story building on Block 1 in The Quay includes 86 luxury condos. A plan for Block 9 will follow.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ashley Nolan and Megan Wenger with the Tidewell Foundation are thankful for the grant Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch member Bob Grepling presented to them for Tidewell Foundation's Blue Butterfly program.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 1, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Rotary Club grants help Manatee, Sarasota nonprofits

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch presented $130,000 in grants to 26 area nonprofits.

  • East County
  • News
Braden River High flag football Head Coach Amanda Porco said she looks for players who are enthusiastic about the sport.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 1, 2024
Braden River High flag football wants to build something special

The Pirates are 11-0 as of March 29 and believe they can compete with the state's elite.

  • East County
  • Sports
Aiden Torres said one day he hopes to make a cure for brain cancer.
  • By Andrew Atkins |
  • April 3, 2019
Small code, big dreams at SCF Lakewood Ranch

Local children — some as young as first graders, but most are fourth graders — attended a spring break coding camp the from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. March 25-29 at the State College of Florida’s Lakewood Ranch campus.

  • East County
  • Schools
Hodges Soileau
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 30, 2023
'The Baby-Sitters Club' cover illustrator recalls how he created his iconic work

Hodges Soileau, whose cover illustrations defined the series for a generation of readers, will visit Sarasota for an exhibition Dec. 1-2.

  • Arts + Culture
Longboat Island Chapel
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • December 17, 2023
Where to worship this Christmas on Longboat Key

Whether you're a resident or a visitor, here are some options for where to celebrate this season.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 25, 2023
Disaster prep sales tax holiday begins Saturday

Sales tax will not be collected on a variety of products to help weather the aftermath of a hurricane.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The St. Armands Circle Art Festival with Craft Marketplace was held Sept. 30 and Oct 1.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • October 2, 2023
St. Armands Art Festival features accomplished artists from around the world

Tourists, visitors and locals admired the wide variety of art on display Sept. 30 and Oct. 1.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Some of the estimated 500 people who attended the grand opening of the Lakewood Ranch Library on Jan. 12 gather to listen to the ceremony.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 12, 2024
Hundreds attend Lakewood Ranch Library grand opening

The Lakewood Ranch Library opened Jan. 12 with a huge celebration.

  • East County
  • News
Waterside Place is a 36-acre lakefront town center in east Sarasota County.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 7, 2024
Waterside Place almost sold out as gastropub plans fall opening

With six restaurants expected to open by late 2024, only one space remains in the Lakewood Ranch business and entertainment hub.

  • East County
  • News
Gregory Goodrid and Stephanie Goodrid Lawson, of Indianapolis, sold their Unit 304 condominium at 2675 Gulf of Mexico Drive to Raymond Hurd and Mimi Hurd, trustees, of Lebanon, Tennessee, for $2.15 million.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • February 7, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for Jan. 22-26 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A condominium in Veinte tops the week's sales at $2.15 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Sarasota Police Department 2022 Officer of the Year Timothy Bales with Police Chief Rex Troche.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 20, 2023
From saving lives to hurricane IT support, SPD honors accomplishments

Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche hands out sworn and civilian personnel awards during the department's annual awards ceremony.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The former Palm Apartments immediately adjacent to the Embassy Suites hotel will be razed along with the building next door for a mixed-use development of condos and a hotel. (Andrew Warfield)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 28, 2022
Downtown project plan expands to condos, hotel mixed use

With the addition of an adjacent lot formerly planned for The Beacon, a development plan for Second Street next to the Embassy Suites includes 18 condos and a hotel.

  • Sarasota
  • News
General Manager Steve Dietz shows off the pristine conditions at Waterlefe Golf & River Club.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 21, 2023
The grass is greener after $5M renovation at Waterlefe Golf & River Club

The Bradenton upscale community is improving the golf course and expanding its clubhouse.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Femcity host disco dance party and fashion show at the Bird Key Yacht Club.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 17, 2023
Women's entrepreneur group throws disco party

Longboat Key's Femcity held its second annual fashion show, dancing to disco, making new friends and supporting local nonprofits.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 18, 2023
High school football roundup: FHSAA regional semifinals

All three Sarasota-area teams are still alive after wins Friday night.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Bridget Ziegler listens to a public comment during the meeting.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 17, 2024
Calls persist for Bridget Ziegler's resignation from Sarasota School Board

Embattled Sarasota County School Board member Bridget Ziegler shows no signs of resigning, despite mounting pressure from students and the public.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Costume contest at the Halloween Happy Hour at Seaplace Condominiums
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • October 27, 2023
Seaplace spices up Halloween with fun costumes

Condominium residents outdid themselves at their annual Halloween party with their creative costumes and bright spirits.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Electric vehicle chargers are often out of commission
  • By Letter to the Editor |
  • January 23, 2024
Electric vehicle chargers are often out of commission

A reader would like to charge his electric vehicle but has found that to be challenging in the area.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
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