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By David Conway |
November 9, 2017

Growth issues dominate city conversations

As building continues throughout the city of Sarasota, officials are examining polices designed to manage the effects of new development.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
August 26, 2021

Sarasota weather page photo: August 26

Gordon Silver captured this photo of wildflowers at Myakka River State Park.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By David Conway |
October 2, 2014

Farmers market hopes to grow to Wednesdays

The Sarasota Farmers Market is planning to hold a mid-week event in Five Points Park, a proposal that has drawn both praise and concern.

Sarasota
News

By Zara Barrie |
December 19, 2013

Factory Girl: Boutique binging

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Brynn Mechem |
June 23, 2021

Despite dip, Sarasota lands in top five for Florida Standards Assessments

Third grade students tested four percentage points lower in English Language Arts than in 2019.

Sarasota
News

In Memoriam |
July 8, 2021

William R. (“Bill”) Korp

William R. ("Bill”) Korp. Born November 29, 1932; died June 25, 2021.

Sarasota
Tributes & Obituaries

By Su Byron |
May 19, 2022

The best day trips from the Sarasota-Bradenton area

These locales offer an action-packed itinerary for a quick getaway, just a short drive away.

East County
Neighbors

By Adam Hughes |
July 1, 2021

Bird Key home sells for $2.3 million

Residential real estate transactions for June 7-15

Longboat Key
Real Estate

By Liz Ramos |
March 25, 2022

Sarasota man with Parkinson's disease lauds Neuro Challenge Foundation for its support

Steve Oppen participates in Neuro Challenge Foundation programs and expo to educate himself on Parkinson's disease and help ease his symptoms.

East County
News

By Adam Hughes |
July 2, 2020

Oyster Bay Estates home sells for $1.95 million

Residential real estate transactions for June 22 -26.

Sarasota
Real Estate

By Niki Kottmann |
October 29, 2017

PBnT and Element restaurants to open on Main Street

Two new restaurants are opening next to each other in downtown Sarasota. But each will offer a different dining experience.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By David Conway |
July 21, 2014

Retail survey shows room for growth

Robert Gibbs, a consultant hired by the city to conduct a retail analysis of several districts in Sarasota, is presenting his findings at a series of meetings Monday.

Sarasota
News

By Harry Sayer |
February 10, 2021

Selby Gardens hosts exhibit preview night for donors

Donors checked out the "Roy Lichtenstein: Monet's Garden Goes Pop!" exhibition early on Feb. 10.

Black Tie

By David Conway |
December 5, 2013

Tree lights come to Main Street

On Wednesday, oak trees along the 1300, 1400 and 1500 block of Main Street were adorned with lights that will remain in place year round; a similar lighting system is under consideration for Five Points Park.

Sarasota
News

By Robin Roy |
August 18, 2009

Merchants issue rallying cry

Spurred by the announcement that Sarasota News and Books is closing at the end of the month, downtown merchants will gather in Five Points Park to spread the message, 'I believe in downtown.'