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By Observer Staff |
August 29, 2025

Sarasota suspect arrested in 2006 child-sex case

A man was arrested Thursday in Tennessee on capital charges.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
September 3, 2025

Sarasota completes removal of sidewalk and crosswalk art

Interim City Manager Dave Bullock told the Sarasota City Commission non-compliance with a state order to remove all right of way art would risk $67 million in state funding.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 30, 2025

Urban Air Adventure Park opens in Lakewood Ranch

The 60,000-square-foot facility is the largest Urban Air in the country.

East County
Business

By Lesley Dwyer |
October 15, 2025

Dick Vitale aims to surpass $120M for pediatric cancer research in 2026

In 20 years of hosting an annual gala, the Dick Vitale Pediatric Cancer Research Fund has raised $105.4 million.

East County
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
October 4, 2025

Lakewood Ranch fishing tournament reels in nearly 100 kids

The Lakewood Ranch Anglers Club hosted the tournament Oct. 4 on Lake Uihlein.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
September 1, 2025

Jazz Club of Sarasota names first development director

Veteran arts administrator Danielle La Senna steps into the new position.

Arts + Culture

By Reveal Vitality |
August 28, 2025

When Healthcare Starts Listening, Healing Begins

Discover how Reveal Vitality helps patients find answers, restore energy and feel truly supported.

Health

The Farm at McIntosh Middle School fully opens

The 30,762-square-foot facility provides Sarasota students with a dedicated space for agricultural and horticultural projects.

Sarasota
Schools

By Eric Garwood |
September 11, 2025

Nature opened Midnight Pass. Sarasota County intends to keep it that way.

Fairly stable for its first 11 months, the waterway to the Gulf is critical for Sarasota County, commissioners say as they begin formulating short- and long-term policy to protect it.

Siesta Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 15, 2025

Manasota BUDS reaps harvest of Pineapple Kitchen's special event

Mac and cheese, apple fritters and hot toddies were on the menu to raise money for the nonprofit.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
September 30, 2025

New Greek restaurant to open in Sarasota's Gulf Gate

Nikki's Greek Café, located just south of Stickney Point Road, is targeting an early October opening.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 5, 2025

Sarasota meet-up group finds its groove at UTC

Live on the Green is a music series every first Thursday of the month.

East County
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
August 25, 2025

Sarasota Music Festival music director steps down

The 2026 festival will be scaled back to two weeks as the Sarasota Orchestra looks for Jeffrey Kahane's successor.

Arts + Culture

By Observer Staff |
September 5, 2025

Classic sounds headline 2026 Thunder by the Bay

Night Ranger and .38 Special top the music acts for the February fundraiser at Sarasota County Fairgrounds.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
September 24, 2025

Tim Enos returns as schools police chief

Enos is back in the role of chief of police of Sarasota County Schools following his Aug. 24 resignation from the school board.

Sarasota
Schools

By Eric Garwood |
September 13, 2025

Wilkinson Elementary closure part of broader plan, Sarasota superintendent says

By November, the Sarasota School Board could decide on closing the school and moving central office there.

Sarasota
Schools

By S.T. Cardinal |
August 27, 2025

Neighboring police collaboration increases public safety on Gulf Coast

Longboat Key and Sarasota police departments and law enforcement agencies sign memorandums of understanding that allow the organizations to work together to fight crime, respond to emergencies and search for missing persons.