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By David Conway |
June 3, 2021

No plans set for Main Street renovations

During a preliminary discussion of the 2022 budget, commissioners offered differing perspectives on a conceptual streetscape project that’s drawn concern from merchants.

Sarasota
News

By David Conway |
August 1, 2013

Food fight commences at State Street garage

Though the State Street garage is still in the planning stage, a struggle has already begun over the usage of retail space and its implications for the future of downtown.

Sarasota
News

By David Conway |
August 3, 2017

Construction firms grapple with labor shortage

As high-profile downtown construction accidents draw attention, a lack of available workers is making building in Sarasota more challenging.

Sarasota
News

By Alex Mahadevan |
July 17, 2015

Evie's on Main Street to open Sept. 2

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By David Conway |
February 6, 2014

Strong mayor supporters justify their stance

A portion of the latest charter proponents used the word 'dysfunctional' to describe Sarasota's current council/manager form of government.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
November 23, 2022

Longboat author's novel transforms grief to good

After losing her cocker spaniel Molly, Jean Tarsy wrote "I'm in Heaven" to help herself and others.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By David Conway |
January 26, 2017

City, county prepare to hash out downtown CRA conflict

The city is making one last effort to informally settle a dispute with the county over the payment of tax funds, but the county isn’t changing its stance on the issue.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
February 4, 2021

Sarasota weather page photo: February 4

Richard Wulterkens captured this skyline over Little Sarasota Bay.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Whitney Elfstrom |
September 12, 2019

Sarasota coffee shop's walls are booked for local artists

Downtown cafe’s waitlist for new artists to display their work extends to 2020.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Kurt Schultheis |
October 6, 2011

DSA debates downtown New Year's Eve event

The Downtown Sarasota Alliance Board of Directors approved a New Year's Eve event for downtown Sarasota at its monthly meeting Wednesday.

Sarasota
News

By Matt Walsh |
January 19, 2022

Annexing Siesta: Who wins?

On the surface, it sure looks like the city of Sarasota would be a bigger beneficiary than Siesta Key taxpayers.

Sarasota
Opinion

By David Conway |
January 21, 2021

City revisits zoning code overhaul

Three years after abandoning a complete rewrite of city zoning rules, the commission is asking staff to pursue comprehensive changes in commercial and mixed-use districts.

Sarasota
News

By Harry Sayer |
October 24, 2021

Howl-O-Ween brings thrills and chills for families

The movie night event was held Oct. 23 at Ed Smith Stadium.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
January 19, 2023

Mooney girls basketball seeks third-straight Final Four appearance

The Cougars are 13-5 as of Jan. 18 against a difficult schedule but still have more to learn.

Sarasota
Sports

By Harry Sayer |
February 17, 2020

Renaissance Man

Nati Shabbat is bringing a higher quality of sound to Sarasota.

Black Tie

By Adam Hughes |
January 11, 2021

Casey Key home sells for just over $7 million

Residential real estate transactions for Dec. 21-Jan. 1.

Sarasota
Real Estate

By David Conway |
April 24, 2014

Circulating Opportunity

John Moran, a leading advocate for the creation of a downtown circulator transit system, believes the program could serve as a financial boon for Sarasota businesses.

Sarasota
News

By David Conway |
September 1, 2021

County solicits public input on penny tax

For more than three decades, local governments have relied on a sales tax to fund major projects. Next year, the county will ask voters for another long-term endorsement of the program.