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5131 Jungle Plum Road in Siesta Key
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • August 14, 2023
Longboat Key Realtor's listing places in HGTV contest

Cindy Fischer of Michael Saunders and Co. discusses her Siesta Key listing that won best Waterside Home.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
County officials say the money used to draw the Orioles to Sarasota was well spent.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 9, 2017
County doubles down on spring training

As the county considers investing more than $20 million to lure the Braves spring training operation, has the investment in the Orioles and Ed Smith Stadium paid off?

  • Sarasota
  • News
A 10-story condominium is planned for the site that currently houses an abandoned gas station.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 28, 2013
Burns Square property has 'zen' future

The lot at Pineapple Avenue and Ringling Boulevard is the future site of a 10-story condominium building with some unique features.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Resilient Retreat founder Sherri Mills, emcee Barry Ayers a.k.a. Ms. Fruitville, and Board Vice Chair Sherri Mills  embraced the "Wizard of  Oz" theme at the opening.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 10, 2020
Resilient Retreat nonprofit hosts groundbreaking

The abuse nonprofit announced the groundbreaking on Oct. 30.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 5, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Waste Pro garbage truck drivers awarded for safety; Local businessman publishes book on socialism; NBI Sun Control to donate percentage of sales; YMCA receives grant from Harry Sudakoff Foundation; SunTrust Bank hires new vice president; The Insurance Mart receives Best of Award; Half Shell Oyster House of Sarasota opening downtown; Darwin's on 4th hires brewmaster; Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota appoints new General Manager

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ringling College fundraisers and supporters break ground on the city block on the intersection of Dr. Martin Luther King Way and Cocoanut Avenue.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • November 22, 2015
Ringling College breaks ground on Soundstage

Filmmaker Roman Coppola, college president Larry R. Thompson and Sarasota mayor Willie Shaw and more were on hand to celebrate the beginning of a new chapter in the history of Sarasota film.

  • Arts + Culture
The current board makeup consists of Tim Enos, Bridget Ziegler, Robyn Marinelli, Liz Barker and Tom Edwards.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 23, 2024
Sarasota School Board swears in newly elected members

Liz Barker was sworn in for her first term, while Tom Edwards was sworn in for a second term.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Lucy Tobias walks in her garden.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 11, 2024
Author Lucy Tobias describes the joys of exploring nature at a slow pace

Tobias just released "Floating in Florida," which takes her enjoyment of Florida into its waters.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • December 2, 2015
Your Calendar: Longboat Key

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The former Quay property has sat unoccupied for years.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 1, 2015
Top Stories - Sarasota: December

A Jacksonville firm will try to redevelop the vacant 15-acre Sarasota waterfront, former Quay site.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Doug Deming. (Photo courtesy of Jon Pearson)
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 21, 2022
Savor the Sounds concert series returns on Longboat Key

Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones will play at Town Center Green on Saturday, Jan. 22.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The inside of the former Polo Grill & Bar has been gutted to make way for the Grove, which is planning a late fall opening.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 25, 2018
Lakewood Ranch continues to build ultra-competitive restaurant market

Lakewood Ranch continues to build ultra-competitive restaurant market.

  • East County
  • News
A Google overhead view of the existing Publix parking lot. Note the trees. Below: The first draft of the proposed parking lot. Expect a revised draft that restores more trees and landscaping.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 17, 2011
Our View: The next Publix plan is a good one

As development goes on Longboat Key, a developer and property owner's first drawings and plans never make it to the finish line unscathed or without modification.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Photo by Matthew Holler
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • December 16, 2015
Theater review: 'Butler'

“Butler” is a war of words and wit at Florida Studio Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Monaca Onstad, the director of community relations for Lakewood Ranch Communities, and Morgan Bettes, the market manager, announce the market is going to the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 17, 2019
Market on the move in Lakewood Ranch

The Market at Lakewood Ranch shifts to the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center in November.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 30, 2013
ArtisTree's judges narrow list of Design & Dine finalists to three

The Design & Dine contest team is busy choosing three finalists - out of almost 50 entries ­- for a $10,000 backyard makeover. Now, ArtisTree needs your help to narrow it down to one winner.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Amy Korenman helps put on some finishing touches to her daughter Layla's witch costume. Layla wanted her witch outfit to be unique and chose fun fabrics to give it a signature style.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 24, 2018
Dressed to thrill for Lakewood Ranch Boo Fest

Families say making their own costumes is half the fun of Halloween.

  • East County
  • News
Cyndi Seamon measures a new nest.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 30, 2019
Turtle numbers on the rise

More nests spotted on Longboat beaches than in years past.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 14, 2016
Blackfins set to dissolve

The Lakewood Ranch YMCA Blackfins will hold their last competitive practice April 22.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • September 26, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Sept. 27

A look at our favorite events happening this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
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