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By David Conway |
December 6, 2018

Downtown event plans face hurdles

The Downtown Improvement District sees an events coordinator as a wise investment, but city leaders aren’t on board.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
October 4, 2023

Myakka City warthog gains fans on TikTok

Wallace the Warthog has nearly 100,000 followers and even receives gifts from fans.

East County
Neighbors

By David Conway |
March 18, 2021

New faces join improvement district boards

A majority of the City Commission indicated a desire to bring fresh perspectives to downtown and St. Armands Circle property owner groups.

Sarasota
News

By Eric Garwood |
December 31, 2021

2021 through the lens in Sarasota

A look back in pictures to the year we (almost) got back to normal.

Sarasota
News

By Lauren Tronstad |
May 14, 2023

Mayor Schneier, Commissioner Bishop win awards for advocacy efforts

The Longboat Key town government officials received Home Rule Hero awards from the Florida League of Cities.

Longboat Key
News

By Jay Heater |
September 18, 2023

Residents rally against roundabout at Lorraine Road, Player's Drive

Country Club East residents say the site isn't large enough for an adequate traffic circle and that pushing forward will create unsafe conditions.

East County
News

By Spencer Fordin |
December 2, 2022

Sarasota can't get enough of 'The Nutcracker'

It's a holiday tradition that seems to have no saturation point. "The Nutcracker" graces several stages in town this season.

Arts + Culture

By Letter to the Editor |
July 10, 2023

Young minds too precious to waste

The Miracle on the Key group encourages a focus on education in the area.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Harriet Sokmensuer |
February 14, 2014

WEEKEND BEST BET: Downtown Sarasota Festival of the Arts

This weekend, Main Street will become home to hundreds of artists from around the country. The event also showcases the best local and regional artists of the area.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
November 28, 2017

Downtown Sarasota roads to close for parade

The annual holiday parade takes place Dec. 2.

Sarasota
News

By Adam Hughes |
February 22, 2023

Top residential real estate sales for Feb. 6-10 in Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key, Bird Key

A condominium in Orchid Beach Club Residences tops the week's sales at $3.35 million.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

By Tony Britt |
January 16, 2023

Flappers, fedoras and fireworks

Bird Key Yacht Club welcomed the new year with a bash.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By David Conway |
August 5, 2021

Officials respond to rising COVID-19 numbers

Following a significant increase in COVID-19 cases, Sarasota Memorial Hospital is restricting visitors, while the city is interested in expanding testing resources.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 9, 2022

15,000 spotted sea trout released into Sarasota Bay

Trout spawn three to four times a year. Even if only 1% survive, the bay will benefit.

Longboat Key
News

By Harry Sayer |
May 4, 2023

Black Tie and Tales: A Black Tie Goodbye

Black Tie Editor Harry Sayer bids farewell to the Observer Media Group.

Black Tie

By Andrew Warfield |
August 24, 2022

Sarasota Cops Corner: Auto held hostage

Police reports from around Sarasota.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Andrew Warfield |
November 22, 2022

Sarasota Cops Corner: 'You should see the one that got away!'

Police reports from around Sarasota.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Spencer Fordin |
September 24, 2022

Orchestra invites younger audience to free family concert

Take a field trip with the Sarasota Orchestra, which will play several concerts for area schools and wrap it all up with a free evening performance for families.