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By Spencer Fordin |
August 18, 2022

Joe Miller didn’t just create the band. He leads it, too.

Joe Miller, the founder of the Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble, inherited his father’s love for music — and for passing it on.

Arts + Culture

By David Conway |
May 23, 2014

Closures scheduled for Memorial Day

Government offices will be closed in the city and county in observance of the holiday, and street closures are planned for Monday's parade.

Sarasota
News

By Eric Garwood |
December 7, 2021

Allegiant announces March debut of service to Wisconsin

Twice-a-week flights to Appleton will launch March 11.

Sarasota
News

By Brynn Mechem |
March 26, 2021

Sarasota schools plan outdoor graduation ceremonies

The ceremonies will largely be held at Ed Smith Stadium.

Sarasota
Schools

By Columnist . |
May 23, 2019

The Best Worst Season

The heat and humidity can be rough, but it’s worth it to stick around for Lakewood Ranch summers — when the pace is slower and the traffic and dinner crowds are lighter.

LWR Life

By Ryan Kohn |
November 9, 2022

Riverview High girls swimming captures second-straight team title at FHSAA state meet

The Rams dominated the meet, winning seven event gold medals in addition to the team title.

Sarasota
Sports

By Jay Heater |
January 20, 2022

Ruth's Chris Steak House announces new Lakewood Ranch restaurant

Ruth's Chris Steak House will build a new restaurant on University Parkway in Lakewood Ranch.

East County
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 19, 2022

Lobsters dazzle at the latest Claws for a Cause event

The women of the Longboat Island Chapel wore bedazzled lobster earrings and red felt hats to raise awareness for their charitable outreach program.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer |
March 12, 2022

ODA Banyan Ball brings glamour to the Ritz

The 2022 Banyan Ball was held March 11.

Black Tie

By Harry Sayer |
May 3, 2021

Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee takes on new CEO

Shepard Englander is making his way to Sarasota this September.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Harry Sayer |
May 6, 2022

Girls Inc encourage growth at annual luncheon

The 32nd Annual Celebration Luncheon was held May 3.

Black Tie

By Liz Ramos |
July 30, 2022

Changes coming to standardized testing in Sarasota and Manatee counties

With the new Florida Assessment of Student Thinking, students will be tested three times per year.

East County
Schools

By David Conway |
February 18, 2021

Rooftop bar triggers noise concerns

Following complaints from residents, the city is investigating whether a bar at the Art Ovation hotel is operating in compliance with the zoning code.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
November 23, 2011

Letters to the Editor

Downtown pedestrian mall would be perfect attraction; Pedestrian bridge could be its own destination; Expand Goodwill where it is now

Sarasota
Opinion

By Alex Mahadevan |
September 30, 2013

VIDEO: Millennials discuss technology during block party

Members and attendees of Sarasota Young Professionals Group's downtown block party to celebrate 10 years talked outdated technology with the Observer.

Sarasota
News

By Chris Waters |
February 16, 2012

My View: Without a long-range vision, cities perish

Sarasota needs a community-wide consensus and vision, to help it navigate over the next 100 years.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Blake Fussell |
February 8, 2022

Incorporation efforts reignite for Siesta despite coming annexation meeting

Sarasota leaders will meet Siesta Key Association representatives to discuss the possibility of annexing the island into the city. But Save Siesta Key and its new director are making a further push for incorporation.