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By Jay Heater |
April 21, 2022

Fruitville Commons a beautiful regional project but not really a walkable community

The layout of Fruitville Commons might be a bit strange, but it's stocked with regional draws.

East County
Opinion

By Harry Sayer |
October 9, 2022

Sarasota's Fresh Friday event raises money for Hurricane Ian relief

The monthly event was held Oct. 7.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By David Conway |
December 4, 2014

City announces closures for holiday parade

Before Saturday evening's Downtown Sarasota Holiday Parade, several streets will close throughout the heart of the city.

Sarasota
News

By Matt Walsh |
October 20, 2022

Observer recommends . . .

City and county charter questions in Manatee and Sarasota.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Liz Ramos |
July 15, 2022

Music Compound set to open new location in east Bradenton

Braden River Business Park facility will join the Music Compound's original Sarasota location.

East County
Business

By Ryan Kohn |
March 29, 2023

Orioles worth your attention — even after they're back in Baltimore

The baseball team has been a downtrodden franchise for years, but that should change in 2023.

Sarasota
Sports

By Ryan Kohn |
March 9, 2022

Sarasota Tsunami take FLAGS short course championship

Sarasota Tsunami wins second team championship in a season.

Sarasota
Sports

By Spencer Fordin |
December 28, 2021

Sarasota arts organizations fought for a return to normalcy in a trying year

It was a trying year full of innovation, frustration and ultimately a return to performing for Sarasota's arts organizations.

Arts + Culture

By Ian Swaby |
September 25, 2022

Sarasota, Manatee men support American Cancer Society with fashion show

Real Men Wear Pink models hit the runway to spread awareness and raise money for the American Cancer Society.

East County
Neighbors

By Pam Eubanks |
December 5, 2019

Sarasota's Selva Grill to open at UTC

East County
News

By Harry Sayer |
October 18, 2022

Sarasota nonprofits raise funds for hurricane victims

The nonprofit community has been active in collecting funds and passing along supplies to people in need.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By David Conway |
September 27, 2017

Condo tower marks first phase of Quay development

An 18-story, 73-unit condominium is the first announced piece of the 15-acre downtown Sarasota project.

Sarasota
News

By Shane Donglasan |
March 11, 2018

Sarasota Spring Fine Art Festival turns J.D. Hamel Park into outdoor gallery

The festival introduced art enthusiasts to the works of artists from all over the country.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By David Conway |
September 25, 2014

Downtown groups unite to promote the district

Before the Mall at University Town Center opens, downtown leaders are launching a campaign to keep shoppers in the heart of the city.

Sarasota
News

By Abby Weingarten |
November 7, 2022

Sand sculptors amp up for the Crystal Classic

People come from around the region to marvel at the sensational sand sculptures, take sand sculpting lessons and enjoy the beach at the annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
February 8, 2023

Fight over 'shared boyfriend' results in two arrests

Two women who attacked a third in a fight over a boyfriend they shared were arrested on multiple charges. This and other reports from the Sarasota Police Department in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Andrew Warfield |
June 8, 2022

Sarasota property tax values to increase by nearly 17% over 2021

A projected increase in Sarasota property values of $2.1 billion over 2021 means the city might have an extra $5 million to work with during budget season.