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Paul Thorpe and Tre Michel are searching for funding to reinvigorate the We Are Downtown promotional campaign, but the DID doesn’t want to be the sole investor.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 9, 2017
Downtown leaders plot marketing campaign

As a traditional marketing campaign seeks more funding, the Downtown Improvement District is considering embracing new technology.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jordan Leonard performs in "Dance Makers."
  • By Emily Leinfuss |
  • January 25, 2023
'Dance Makers' reclaims power for underrepresented groups

SCD’s annual choreographer showcase features a world of movement and cultural perspectives.

  • Arts + Culture
U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan hosted a roundtable with local leaders about recent red tide outbreaks on Florida's Gulf coast.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • March 20, 2023
Local leaders agree: Steps need to be taken to combat red tide

Longboat Key town commissioners met with Rep. Vern Buchanan and other local leaders to discuss the current red tide outbreak and steps to lessen its impacts in the future.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ellianna Rogers, who is 14, brings Tilly out of her stall so they can head to the arena. The SMART camp is the first time Rogers has been able to ride a horse.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 24, 2022
SMART campers get back in the saddle in east Bradenton

Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy's summer camp gives campers a chance to improve their riding skills.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Donations for the Pet Food Bank are growing at Farmhouse Animal and Nature Sanctuary.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 26, 2023
Animal sanctuary's new food bank supports pets in low-income families

Farmhouse Animal and Nature Sanctuary in Myakka City hopes that by providing pet food and supplies, families will be able to keep their animals.

  • East County
  • News
Firefighter/paramedic Trey Bowlin shows what protective gear is worn when responding to a fire.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • May 26, 2023
Local firefighters learn about occupation's cancer risks

Firefighters have a 14% higher risk of dying from cancer than the United States' general population.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Philip Troyer plays Ichabod Crane in The Players Centre for Performing Arts "Legend of Sleepy Hollow."
  • By Andréa Martone |
  • October 14, 2021
The headless horseman rides again at The Players

The Players expands its production of the classic tale of 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,' just in time for Halloween.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 15, 2022
Sarasota County Schools sets clear bag policy for athletic events

Small purses are allowed, along with transparent larger carrying bags.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Serge Gauthier, host and director of the show Mariloup Wolfe and Sonia Gauthier
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 15, 2023
Canadians make 'The Big Move' to St. Armands

A French Canadian television show filmed at the Gauthier Salon & Wellness Spa on Sunday.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
A sign on Main Street discourages donations to panhandlers. As part of a new campaign, downtown merchants will offer donation boxes, with funds going to homelessness serves providers.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 6, 2014
Downtown merchants work to discourage panhandling

Led by the Sarasota Downtown Merchants Association, businesses in the heart of the city are preparing a campaign to direct funds to homelessness service providers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rick Boyce has made it a personal mission to make Siesta Key Beach a safer and healthier place to watch the waves.
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • January 12, 2023
Siesta man is on a daily mission for a cleaner, safer beach

Rick Boyce has dedicated the past three years and eight months to cleaning up Siesta Key Beach.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Lassies practice by racing each other before their next race season. (Photo by Lesley Dwyer)
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • September 21, 2022
All-women’s club sails into their 50th season

The Luffing Lassies promotes sailing and racing, but it all starts with a two-week introduction to knots, tillers and more.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Tim Tremblay, 61, said he loves baseball because of the people the sport attracts.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 11, 2023
40-and-up baseball finds a home in Manatee County

The league, which also includes players from Sarasota County, prepares for its inaugural season.

  • East County
  • Sports
The town of Longboat Key is hosting its annual disaster preparedness seminar on June 1.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • May 20, 2023
Longboat gears up for hurricane season with tips from local meteorologist

Town Manager Howard Tipton spoke with ABC7 Chief Meteorologist Bob Harrigan about preparing for the upcoming season.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 28, 2022
Casey Key property sells for $4 million

A Casey Key home tops all transactions this week at $4 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office vehicles drive about 7 million miles a year, according to Sheriff Kurt Hoffman. (File photo)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 12, 2022
Rising fuel, ammunition costs lead to spike in Sheriff's Office proposed budget

Sarasota County Sheriff Kurt Hoffman cites escalating costs of essentials in part for a 14% preliminary budget increase and calls curbing patrol and firearm training unacceptable.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 7, 2022
Lifeguard shortage will cut hours at a Sarasota pool

Because of a shortage of lifeguards, Lido Pool will close on Tuesdays effective next week.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 26, 2021
Sarasota Ministerial Association meets at St. Armands Key Lutheran Church

The organization celebrated its 20th anniversary on May 26.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • December 7, 2015
Holiday parade packs downtown Sarasota

Holiday floats, bands, horses — and goats — marched down Main Street Saturday, during the Downton Sarasota Holiday Parade.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Construction started March 15 on the roundabout at U.S. 41 and Gulfstream Avenue.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • March 26, 2021
Longboat Key leaders express concerns about U.S. 41-Gulfstream roundabout

Construction has gotten underway at the downtown Sarasota intersection.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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