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The Photoville Fence is a national touring juried photo exhibit that for the last two years has displayed in Nathan Benderson Park. (Courtesy photo by Barbara Strauss)
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • April 1, 2020
Photoville Fence waives fees for photographers

Deadline approaching for next year's juried national exhibition

  • Arts + Culture
With lush preserved natural areas and established grass, Bobby Jones Golf Club appears ready for play.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 19, 2023
Bobby Jones Golf Club rates are set for first year of play

A dynamic pricing process will determine the rates by the minute. City residents will receive a 10% discount.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Although spring break used to bring a great influx in population, local business owners say the key has gotten more popular so population remains steady throughout the spring and into the summer.
  • By Brynn Mechem and David Conway, Observer staff |
  • February 27, 2020
As Siesta notoriety grows, so does 'spring break season'

Business owners say there isn't as noticeable of a difference between spring break and summer population as there was 10 years ago.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
STOP has pointed to projects like Vue Sarasota Bay as ones it believes could be improved through a public hearing process, though city staff determined the development complied with all zoning regulations.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 10, 2019
STOP readies push for public hearings

As the city considers changes to its zoning code, administrative development review is likely to be one of the first topics officials address.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Members of the City Commission took the first ride on the Bay Runner trolley from downtown to Lido Key.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 29, 2022
Sarasota: 2022 in review

In a year preceded by a lot of weirdness, 2022 looks pretty normal in comparison.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rab'Bee' Shefrin with Savannah Hart and Jacob Shefrin
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • March 5, 2023
Temple Emanu-El gets into character for Purim

The temple hosted its annual Purim Carnival on March 5.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Ballet students at Booker High School in Sarasota.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • July 20, 2023
Manatee, Sarasota school districts work to boost arts programs

After arts programs saw lower involvement as a result of the pandemic, schools are boosting their offerings.

  • East County
  • Schools
FST's "Network" toys with the illusion of TV versus reality.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 9, 2023
FST's 'Network' blurs lines between TV entertainment and terrifying reality

Paddy Chayefsky’s "Network" lampooned the boob tube of the 1970s. FST’s stage adaptation brings the satire into the digital age.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The Original Wolfie's will serve classic New York deli-style sandwiches under the direction of chef Sol Shenker.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 1, 2023
The Original Wolfie's deli opens Nov. 2 in the Rosemary District

The grand opening festivities will feature live entertainment from New York's Dani Luv.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
The Unit 801 condominium at Promenade has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,100 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • May 22, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for May 6-10 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A Promenade condominium tops the week's sales at $1.8 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
8 must-see Sarasota arts events in 2024
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • January 3, 2024
8 must-see Sarasota arts events in 2024

The arts are alive and well in Sarasota’s vibrant cultural scene, and 2024 has the potential to be a record-breaking year.

  • Arts + Culture
Over the weekend, medical personnel administered COVID-19 vaccines at the Sarasota Memorial Hospital clinic. (Sarasota Memorial Hospital photo)
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 11, 2021
COVID-19 vaccine frustration rises in Longboat Key

Difficulties with the sign-up process for COVID-19 vaccinations prompted Manatee County to change to a lottery system.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Chief Medical Officer Jennifer Bocker, Skipper and Chief Operations Officer Kelly Malloy
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 18, 2023
Guide dog-in-training brings joy to Sarasota Doctors Hospital

Skipper, a black Labrador retriever from Southeastern Guide Dogs, is being raised by the hospital’s Chief Medical Officer Jennifer Bocker and Chief Operations Officer Kelly Malloy.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Traffic circulates around the new roundabout at U.S. 41 and Gulfstream Avenue on its first day of operation.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • January 18, 2023
Winter season traffic ramps up with some help

The town is preparing for traffic troubles on both ends of the island this winter season.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 11, 2021
Welcome back, Sarasota: Here's what you missed

Even while you're gone, news keeps happening.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tammy Parrott says the Lakewood Ranch Library will be the busiest in the Manatee County system when it opens late in 2023. (Photo by Jay Heater)
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 7, 2022
Business alliance updates developments in Lakewood Ranch

The Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance's Road Show highlighted new education and innovation opportunities.

  • East County
  • News
Mindy Kauffman at the future site of Boo's Ice House and Dog Bar in the Rosemary District.
  • By Amanda Postma |
  • December 27, 2022
Opening date for Rosemary District dog bar delayed

The owners behind what they believe will be the "doggiest space to hang out" battle various construction delays.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 8, 2018
Hermitage Artist Retreat awards Greenfield Prize

The Greenfield Prize Dinner was hosted April 8 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
Jose Pavet of Cha Cha Coconuts on Aug. 31.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • August 31, 2023
Businesses on St. Armands Circle clean up after Hurricane Idalia flooding

Shops on the Circle received little water damage from the storm and plan to reopen Aug. 31 to Sept. 1.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
The Florida Department of Transportation is in the study phase of improvements to the Little Ringling Bridge.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 14, 2024
Little Ringling Bridge alternatives come with at least $64M price tag

FDOT will present alternatives $63.7 million and $71.5 million for the aging twin bridges between Bird Key and St. Armands Key next week.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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