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Colton Lawson rides his four wheeler on his family's property.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 6, 2023
Four-wheeler rider wins championship despite past limb injury

Seven-year-old Colton Lawson never lost the need for speed after losing the lower part of both legs in 2018.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 2, 2023
Longboat Key residents to walk to cure ALS

Bob and Teresa Simmons will lead the Simmons Sole Mates at the Walk to Defeat ALS at Payne Park.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The $74.5 million improvement project at the I-75/University Parkway intersection included the use of an Acrow temporary bridge. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 26, 2022
Population growth outpaces road improvements in Lakewood Ranch

After spending $196.2 million on East County interchange upgrades, FDOT says more might be needed.

  • East County
  • News
A hotel and apartments are planned for the vacant acre of land at 240 S. Pineapple Ave.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • June 6, 2013
Hotel, apartments planned for Palm

Attorney and developer John Meshad's JWM Management Inc., a Sarasota-based commercial development firm, submitted to the city May 30 plans to build a 10-story hotel and apartment tower at one of downtown's most visible corners.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 9, 2022
Hurricane Nicole blows the Fall Fling inside

About 40 church members attended the Fall Fling at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 14, 2011
News Briefs

Key condos complete Bay Partner Grant Projects; Commission to discuss pension study funding; Sea turtle released from Broadway Beach Access

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • January 25, 2022
This Week in A+E: Jan. 27 to Feb. 2

Ballet, theater, concerts and comedy flood Sarasota this week, bringing a wide array of entertainment options.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Phil Solorzano, owner of Solorzano’s Late Night Pizzeria, stands in front of what the county considers a mural on the exterior of his Gulf Gate location.
  • By Jack Short |
  • January 14, 2016
County seeks to paint mural regulations

Before the county can regulate murals, it must answer this question: What, exactly, is a mural?

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota Ballet will perform "La Sylphide," about a Scotsman torn between his love for his betrothed and his attraction to an ethereal creature.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • March 21, 2023
Sarasota Ballet stages 'La Sylphide'

Macarena Gimenez and Luke Schaufuss star in the Scottish-themed romance.

  • Arts + Culture
The northern face of the former Colony Beach and Tennis Resort sign before it was removed.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • January 9, 2018
'Actively deteriorating' Colony sign removed, Longboat code enforcement says

Colony Beach and Tennis Resort Association and Unicorp National Developments arranged to have the sign removed, although exactly when it happened is unclear to them and town staff.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • December 19, 2013
Form-based code takes trial run

Tasked with writing a form-based zoning code for the city, the Urban Design Studio team has proposed six catalyst areas to serve as early adopters of the new code.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota Garden Club hosts Gardens in Paradise foe the seventh year.
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • March 12, 2020
See Sarasota's tropical side at Gardens in Paradise

The Sarasota Garden Club will host its seventh annual Gardens in Paradise tour on March 14.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Craft Growlers To Go & Tasting Room (Courtesy photo)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • August 31, 2022
Craft beer is picking up in Lakewood Ranch

Craft beer aficionados don't have to travel far to quench their thirst. Lakewood Ranch has become a go-to destination for craft beer enthusiasts and entrepreneurs.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 28, 2022
Sarasota County urges Zone A, B residents to evacuate

Zones A and B were ordered to evacuate at 8 a.m. Tuesday by 8 p.m., though few residents are in the shelters.

  • Sarasota
  • News
John Brill is a founding member of the Rotary Club of Longboat Key. (Photo by Lesley Dwyer)
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 8, 2022
John Brill, an honored and humble veteran and Rotarian

The Rotary Club of Longboat Key is holding its ninth annual Veterans Day event on Friday at Temple Beth Israel.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Whitaker Lofts is the latest residential development to be approved in the North Trail Overlay District. The project includes 19 condos and more than 8,000 square feet of retail. (Courtesy of Halflants + Pichette Architects)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 4, 2022
New residences planned to revive North Tamiami Trail district

Nearly 10 years after it was adopted by the city, the special zoning district meant to improve Tamiami Trail from downtown to University Parkway is beginning to see long-awaited redevelopment.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sea turtle nesting season runs each year from May 1-Oct. 31.  Photo Credit: Nat Kaemmerer
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • November 9, 2020
Town weighs turtle rule revisions

Town staff presented commissioners several proposed recommendations on Monday afternoon.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The county's wastewater treatment plant on Lena Road is a source of reclaimed water in Manatee County.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 2, 2023
In response to growth, Manatee seeks to expand reclaimed water supply

Manatee County is doing research on a possible reclaimed water partnership with the city of Bradenton.

  • East County
  • News
Juliette and Lily Arce sit with some treats.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • April 18, 2021
Families play at Food Truck Festival

The outdoor event had games, animals and 30 food trucks for families to enjoy.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
A picture of the water main break. Photo courtesy of the town of Longboat Key.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • February 22, 2021
Commissioners accept consent order from FDEP

The town must decide whether to pay the FDEP $188,382 or implement an in-kind environmental project worth at least $281,073.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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