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By Andrew Warfield |
February 17, 2024

Residents speak out against Ken Thompson Park proposal

Although the Ride Entertainment plan is not on its meeting agenda, several speakers implored the Parks Board to recommend against the proposal to activate the City Island park.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
August 20, 2022

Mid-Key commercial property plans await final approval

The commercial property and two residential homes from local homebuilder Brista Homes are planned to be completed by the end of 2023.

Longboat Key
News

By Adam Hughes |
August 6, 2024

Top residential real estate sales for July 22-26 in Lakewood Ranch

A Lake Club home on Clearlake Avenue tops the week's sales at $2.6 million.

East County
Real Estate

By Spencer Fordin |
December 7, 2022

FST pianist thrives in crafting the music of cabarets

He’s the indispensable man behind the music. For three decades, Jim Prosser has been Florida Studio Theatre's Piano Man.

Arts + Culture

By Sidra Wali |
May 23, 2023

The Paradise Center hosts improv classes on Longboat Key

The workshops are designed to build creativity, self-confidence and, of course, a sense of humor.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Nat Kaemmerer |
May 11, 2020

Longboat Key wedding goes on as scheduled, though not where it was scheduled

The wedding went from 180 guests to about 12, but the couple was happy to tie the knot.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
October 3, 2022

Sarasota mayor looks back on 'crazy' week of Hurricane Ian

From preparation to recovery to becoming a short-term media darling, Sarasota Mayor Eric Arroyo describes the wild week of Hurricane Ian.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
April 27, 2023

Musician Neil Giraldo delivers rockin' bourbon to Sarasota

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame guitarist's premium Three Chord Bourbon made its debut in Sarasota's market.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 27, 2023

Manatee's move to hire another interim administrator goes awry

Jon Mast, the head of the Manatee-Sarasota Building Industry Association, withdraws from consideration.

East County
News

By Spencer Fordin |
November 23, 2022

Alpine Steakhouse sees signature turducken grow from novelty to Thanksgiving tradition

Thanks to an assist from the Food Network, the Sarasota restaurant is extra busy every Thanksgiving season.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Lesley Dwyer |
November 13, 2022

The Luffing Lassies celebrate 50 years of friendships on the water

The Luffing Lassies is celebrating its 50th anniversary of bringing together adventurous women who bond over good company and the fine art of sailing.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
March 28, 2023

Therapy dogs gain popularity in East County schools

Myakka City, McNeal and Tara elementary schools see benefits of having therapy dogs on campus.

East County
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
September 28, 2023

Vacation rental fees are going up, citywide expansion may be next

With fee hikes approved, the Sarasota City Commission will take up regulations for short-term rentals across the city.

Sarasota
News

By Liz Ramos |
December 14, 2022

Lakewood Ranch, Braden River high schools win Raiders state championships

With more freshmen on the teams, Lakewood Ranch and Braden River high school JROTC Raiders members had to act as participants and coaches.

East County
Schools

By Spencer Fordin |
December 21, 2021

Sailor Circus Academy returns with 'Let It Snow' holiday show

The rich Sarasota tradition of the Sailor Circus Academy returns for another holiday show headlined by student performers.

Arts + Culture

By [email protected] |
May 7, 2012

Observe This: Today's Top Stories

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Brynn Mechem |
March 17, 2021

District prepares for new $5.7 million book adoption

The district is attempting to keep up with new state standards and book adoptions despite a lack in state funding.

Sarasota
Schools

By Observer Staff |
January 24, 2024

Man calls police to make his ex-wife stop yelling

Officers were asked to get involved because an ex-husband feared an argument could escalate into violence. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.