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A classic exterior only hints at the splendors inside this 6,600-square-foot home recently renovated by Nick and Nora Berente.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • August 19, 2023
Glitz and glamour dazzle in a Country Club remodel

This freshly renovated home delights with its finely curated luxury design.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Buy a Bud Light and toast the distributors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 20, 2023
Buy a Bud Light and toast the distributors

If you’re one of the Anheuser-Busch beer drinkers who was totally offended by the Mulvaney fiasco, apply some perspective.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Tara and Natalie Segedi take the Polar Bear Plunge while visiting from Minnesota.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 6, 2023
Seaplace plunges into a new year

The Polar Bear Plunge is an annual tradition at the Seaplace condominiums on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 21, 2022
Sarasota High football flattens Braden River High

The Sailors' 28-3 road win Friday night broke a seven-game losing streak to the Pirates.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • December 1, 2021
Longboat all in Sarasota?

It makes sense. But two things are missing: a champion to pull it off and citizens who want it.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Cross country senior Orlando Cicilioni is primed for a big year at Sarasota High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 17, 2020
Prose and Kohn: Sarasota High runner has chance at top-five finish

Cross country senior Orlando Cicilioni has been working hard to get his times down.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Francisco Llosa of Florado/Sharp Printing (center) breaks in front of the field to put a shot on goal. His team won the title match 10-8 over Hillcroft/Hawkwood.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 2, 2022
Thrills mark new year at Sarasota Polo Club

High-scoring title match highlights Sarasota Polo Club action

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Mayor Erik Arroyo of Sarasota reminded commissioners of the strains an anticipated recession can bring to municipal government, and that nothing is guaranteed in an uncertain economy. (File photo)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 1, 2022
Mayor says proposed city budget has opportunities for savings

With the maximum millage rate set, Sarasota Mayor Eric Arroyo suggests prioritizing cuts over drawing down reserves to balance the fiscal year 2023 budget .

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dave Bishop shows how high water has been on Buttonwood Drive.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • January 10, 2019
Issues with construction projects get town's attention

Building projects worry residents.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By One Park Sarasota |
  • March 3, 2023
SPONSORED CONTENT Setting the Record Straight: Here are the facts about One Park Sarasota

To learn more about One Park Sarasota call 941-232-7035 to schedule an appointment at the Sales Gallery.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Sponsored Content
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • September 11, 2022
Boys and Girls Clubs host 16th annual leadership breakfast

The morning event was held Sept. 9.

  • Black Tie
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 8, 2021
Tennis for Fun returns on Longboat Key

The Special Olympics program began a Sarasota chapter last spring thanks to Coach Brenda Terihay.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • In Memoriam |
  • February 24, 2023
Agnes “Dionne” Reinert

Agnes “Dionne” Reinert of Longboat Key, Fl, passed away on February 18, 2023, at 89.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
"Fame! The Musical" runs from July 15-16 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and showcases students in WBTT's summer intensive musical theater program.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 11, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 13-19

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
After being selected as the new mayor, Kyle Battie presents his predecessor, Erik Arroyo, with a key to the city.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 14, 2022
Sarasota city commissioners sworn in, pick Battie as mayor for 2022-23

After Jen Ahearn-Koch and Debbie Trice were sworn in, the Sarasota City Commission selected Kyle Battie to succeed Erik Arroyo as mayor.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lourdes Capote-Dishaw, a Braden River High School junior, will continue to work with Bobbert during winter break to prepare for the Manatee County Fair.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 15, 2022
Barn doors stay open during FFA students' winter break

Future Farmers of America students return to campus during winter break to care for their animals and prepare for the Manatee County Fair.

  • East County
  • Schools
Jim Wolohan and Alice Green play pickleball at Bayfront Park Tuesday morning.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • February 8, 2023
Pickleball demand continues to see speedy growth

Bayfront Park pickleball courts are typically full with upwards of 40 people waiting their turn at peak play times.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Carson Bise, of TischlerBise, explains how school impact fees are determined.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • January 7, 2016
Manatee County Commission OKs school impact fees

Starting in April, the school board will again collect fees on new development.

  • East County
  • News
A man aboard a trimaran sailboat that was driven against the seawall at Hart's Landing works with a crew on shore to secure the craft with lines. (Eric Garwood)
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 10, 2022
Tropical Storm Nicole updates in Sarasota and Manatee counties: SRQ wind gusts to 51 mph

Forecasters envision 35-40 mph winds and the potential for some storm surge.

  • Sarasota
  • News
If the deal goes through, it would be the fourth major downtown property investment in the last two years for Jesse Biter.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • February 15, 2013
Entrepreneur plans obtainable rental units on an acre downtown

Jesse Biter plans to develop what he calls obtainable housing apartments on the site, with 180 units ranging from 500 to 1,000 square feet.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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