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  • By Robin Roy |
  • June 10, 2010
Conference to preserve downtown history

Founded by two downtown groups, SemCon 2010 hopes to gain economic benefits from the Downtown Sarasota Historic District.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A 2021 survey showed an 18% decline in seagrass in Sarasota Bay. Seagrass affects more than 75% of marine life. File photo
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 13, 2022
Environmental concerns continue for Sarasota Bay, expert says

Tomasko discussed the health of Sarasota Bay, what local leaders should consider in 2022 and the effects of losing about 2,000 acres of seagrass.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Longboat Key Mayor Terry Gans
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 9, 2017
Mayor Gans makes the case: Do no harm

Here's what he said to the Sarasota City Commission.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Roxanne Sima, Kathy Osterberg, Becca Towery, Maria MacDonald, Kathy Collums, Amy Gorman and Angela Massaro Fain are dressed for the occasion.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 18, 2023
Charity will be in style at Sisterhood for Good's Gatsby fundraiser

Lakewood Ranch-area nonprofits will benefit from a night of playful excess at the Feb. 15 event.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The most significant damage to city assets by Hurricane Ian appears to be a portion of the roof at Payne Park Auditorium. (Photo by Andrew Warfield)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 6, 2022
Emergency manager: City employees get credit for fast recovery

Sarasota Emergency Manager Todd Kerkering says employees, many of whom are also suffering from Hurricane Ian damage, are bringing the city back quickly.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • October 13, 2021
Tower Residences condo is week's top seller at $5.3 million

18th floor unit on Watergate Drive tops the sales list in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey and Nokomis for Sept. 27-Oct. 1.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 25, 2021
Longboat Key weather page photo: November 25

Patricia Muller captured this photo of the sun rising over Sarasota Bay from Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
City planning staff is recommending a series of complete street projects, creating what they feel is a more equitable mix of infrastructure for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists. Concept image via city of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 11, 2020
City unveils full transportation master plan

An emphasis on biking and walking has drawn rebukes from some vocal critics, but city staff says the plan reflects public input.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • December 27, 2021
Top Sarasota-area real estate sales of 2021

Here are the real estate sales that made the headlines in 2021.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
School District of Manatee County board members Richard Tatem, Mary Foreman, Chad Choate, Cindy Spray and Gina Messenger are seeking input on the superintendent search.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 9, 2023
Public's feedback sought on hiring of next Manatee district superintendent

The School Board of Manatee County is looking for input on what qualities and characteristics the community wants to see in the next leader of the district.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Anthony Paull |
  • December 7, 2012
Changes to Sarasota 'sound' one step closer

Changes to Sarasota 'sound' one step closer

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  • Things To Do
Cherie Landriau, Dan Ewing and Carol Taylor all have different dragon boat stories, but all three will compete on one of the sport's biggest stages at the 2022 IBDF Club Crew Words at Benderson Park July 18-24.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 10, 2022
Sarasota hosts dragon boat racing world championships

The 2022 IBDF Club Crew World Championships hosted by Nathan Benderson Park from July 18-24.

  • East County
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  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 5, 2022
Sarasota Cops Corner: Food flight

Police reports from around Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 6, 2016
Donald Trump to stump in Sarasota

The Republican nominee will hold a rally at Robarts Arena Monday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
David Conway A proposed downtown circulator vehicle, provided by Cruise Car Inc., sits outside of the Palm Avenue parking garage before a trial run to test its battery life.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 30, 2014
Proposed downtown circulator takes a preliminary test drive

Two downtown stakeholders come together to drive an idea for free, accessible transportation for downtown visitors. The project plans to be privately funded.

  • Sarasota
  • News
David Spagnuolo said he had never used a Marana rotary pizza oven before coming to the King's Corner at Legacy Golf Club. He said it is "odd, but helpful."
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 19, 2023
New cook revamps menu at Legacy Golf Club's restaurant

Former New England restaurant/bakery owner David Spagnuolo has brought pizza to the restaurant with hopes of bringing in more non-golfers.

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  • Eat + Drink
The Sarasota Farmers Market has already begun testing the waters for expansion, holding a Wednesday event in Five Points Park this season.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 28, 2015
Sarasota Farmers Market considers growth, permanent location

Inspired by the construction activity downtown, Sarasota Farmers Market leaders are embarking on a visioning process for the future.

  • Sarasota
  • News
WSLR is one of many area organizations raising funds with the Giving Challenge. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • April 22, 2022
Giving Challenge harkens back to pre-pandemic landscape

The Community Foundation is using pop-up events to pack more muscle on its marquee fundraiser.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A 47-year-old Sarasota man was killed Tuesday in a garbage truck crash on S.R. 64 in Bradenton.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 23, 2022
Garbage truck accident leaves one dead in Bradenton

Passenger on garbage truck dies, driver injured in crash on S.R. 64 in Bradenton.

  • East County
  • News
The Vue Sarasota Bay is one of three Kolter projects under development in the downtown area.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 18, 2016
Kolter plans another downtown Sarasota high-rise

The West Palm Beach-based developer has announced plans for the 18-story Grande at the Ritz-Carlton Residences.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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