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By Jay Heater |
November 8, 2022

Voters put all Republicans on Manatee County Commission

For the Florida House District 72 race, Rep. Tommy Gregory won another term.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
October 12, 2022

Sarasota County Schools touts smooth return for Monday's reopening

School officials weighing possibility of presenting calendar changes to School Board.

Sarasota
News

By David Conway |
March 9, 2017

City prepares to replace downtown sewer main

A wastewater project will lead to street closures this summer in downtown Sarasota.

Sarasota
News

By Harry Sayer |
September 12, 2021

Sarasota National Cemetery holds 9/11 memorial ceremony

First responders, survivors and supporters paid their respects on Sept. 11.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By David Conway |
May 26, 2021

Ritz-Carlton crosswalk to close for construction

In addition to building a roundabout at U.S. 41 and Gulfstream Avenue, the city is working to address flooding issues on the street to the north.

Sarasota
News

By David Conway |
January 25, 2019

Main Plaza lands office tenant

PropLogix, a real estate company helmed by Main Plaza co-owner Jesse Biter, will move more than 110 employees into the Main Street property.

Sarasota
News

By Liz Ramos |
March 26, 2022

My Hometown Fest returns to Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota

Live music, food and craft beverages lead to funds for the Sertoma Kids Speech and Language Center.

East County
Neighbors

In Memoriam |
September 9, 2022

Cynthia (Cynda) Grenfell

Cynthia (Cynda) was born in New Rochelle, New York in 1930 to William Duncan Green and Gertrude Jenkins Green.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Andrew Warfield |
June 29, 2022

City, police union square off over compensation, anti-discrimination policy

With its collective bargaining agreement expiring this fall, the union that represents Sarasota police officers charges that the city is slow to respond to demands.

Sarasota
News

By David Conway |
March 14, 2019

Selby Library visitors raise parking concerns

Users of the downtown library have issues with the facility’s parking policies. Are county officials willing to consider changes?

Sarasota
News

By Eric Garwood |
November 2, 2022

Welcome back: What you missed on Longboat Key

There was a lot of news while you were gone. Here are the top 10 stories of the spring and summer.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
July 5, 2013

July 5: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Road closures planned for Fourth of July weekend; Nik Wallenda Welcome Home Parade set for tonight; Longboat Key Freedom Festival 2013

Siesta Key
News

By Liz Ramos |
June 29, 2022

Sarasota singers share what it takes to do the national anthem justice

Three local singers approach the national anthem in different ways that fit their voice, abilities and emotions.

Arts + Culture

By Andrew Warfield |
August 3, 2022

Sarasota Cops Corner: Dog days of summer

Police reports from around Sarasota.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Harry Sayer |
February 3, 2022

Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. leads Library Foundation luncheon

The acclaimed author was the guest of honor at the 10th annual luncheon on Feb. 3.

Black Tie

By Andrew Warfield |
February 9, 2023

City approves budget for Bobby Jones buildings

A guaranteed maximum price of $5.29 million is set for restrooms, starter building, range building and a temporary clubhouse at the city-owned golf course as restoration work continues.