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Karmani Gregory.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 17, 2019
East County Athlete of the Week: Karmani Gregory

The Braden River rising sophomore talks his passing ability and being "different" than others his age.

  • East County
  • Sports
Developer Jay Tallman says the city's approval of a density increase in the Rosemary District is a boon for builders.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 18, 2015
Q&A with Jay Tallman

The developer of a major Rosemary District housing project discusses density, homelessness and the future of a burgeoning part of the city.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Co-Chairwomen Wendy Merriman and Brenda Maraman
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 11, 2017
Van Wezel Foundation hosts entertaining gala

The annual gala featured comics Steve Martin and Martin Short on Feb. 10 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

  • Black Tie
Angelo DiFiore poses with Sofia's Assistant Manager Jorge Zavalaga. The restaurant is expected to open the first week of August.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 13, 2022
Mediterranean dining comes to Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

Sofia's, a Mediterranean-themed restaurant, is set to open in early August.

  • East County
  • Business
Cars make their way onto the new southbound on-ramp to Interstate 75 from eastbound State Road 70 on Dec. 3. The ramp opened to traffic on Nov. 10.
  • By Scott Lockwood |
  • December 9, 2021
Interstate 75/State Road 70 interchange project near Lakewood Ranch nears completion

Construction on the interchange of Interstate 75 and State Road 75 should be completed in January according to FDOT. Pandemic, weather slowed project from its expected summer 2020 finish.

  • East County
  • News
The new splash pad at Bayfront Park required a complete infrastructure rebuild.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 7, 2023
Bayfront Park pirate-themed playground on pace for fall opening

Work continues on the $3.2 million replacement for the splash pad and play equipment.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A condominium in Plaza at Five Points tops all transactions in this week's real estate at $3.6 million.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • November 23, 2023
Top residential real estate sales for Nov. 6-10 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch

A condominium in Plaza at Five Points tops the week's sales at $3.6 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Kim Verreault, new president of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • October 25, 2023
What's next for the Longboat Key Chamber? Ask the new president.

The Longboat Key chamber's new leader is ready to make a difference. "I love the opportunity to lead within a community and be able to make a difference for many," Kim Verreault says.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Every day is a Chamber of Commerce Day
  • By Emily Walsh |
  • October 25, 2023
Every day is a Chamber of Commerce Day

Much more than networking and mixers, the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce is making an economic impact on our community by focusing on key issues, such as affordable housing and workforce development.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 19, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Alexis Cullen

Braden River High senior cross-country runner Alexis Cullen finished third in 21:37.62 to help lead the Lady Pirates to a third-place finish at the Bradenton Runner's Club Invitational Sept. 15.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Woman's Exchange, located at 539 S. Orange Ave., wanted to build a single-story expansion at 526 Rawls Ave.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 6, 2016
Judge rejects Woman’s Exchange appeal

On Monday, Circuit Court Judge Brian Iten ruled the city was justified in its decision to reject plans to expand the Woman’s Exchange.

  • Sarasota
  • News
File photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 27, 2019
Longboat Island Chapel to host first-time fundraiser

A Charity Affair will take place from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the chapel and will benefit Feeding Empty Little Tummies.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Read the best of this summer's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 9, 2011
WELCOME BACK: The best of Cops Corner

Longboat Key police had some interesting cases to deal with, read the best of them!

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
EnsembleNewSRQ welcomes the Verdigris Ensemble for a collaborative performance Monday, Feb. 6.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 31, 2023
The best things to do around Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Feb. 2-8

Get in the romantic mood for Valentine's Day with some of these sweet performances.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
12-year-old Malcolm Gaudin, 13-year-old Mac Gaudin, 9-year-old Malik Gaudin, and Mac Gaudin celebrated Juneteenth at Newtown, including with their attire.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 18, 2023
Juneteenth block party celebrates community and progress

Numerous vendors lined Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, connecting with others in the community.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The owner of Whitney Beach Plaza is proposing to build a maximum of 10 residential units.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 10, 2021
Town to consider ballot requests for density changes

On May 18, commissioners are set to consider three referendums.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Firefighters work at the scene of a reported fire at 1661 Main Street.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 27, 2023
No fire found at Main Street church

Sarasota fire-rescue and police temporarily block the thoroughfare during the Friday morning investigation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Heather Rippy curates the items in her shop from over 35 local artists.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • September 19, 2023
Driftwood Beach Home and Garden features products from over 35 local artists

Owner Heather Rippy brings her passion of supporting small businesses into her shop by curating goods made locally and around the world.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
The next major beach nourishment project is planned for fiscal year 2029.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • May 17, 2023
With a strong economy, Longboat's infrastructure projects come to the fore

The Town Commission held its preliminary budget workshop Monday, outlining investments in infrastructure and the community.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The proposed roundabout at the intersection of Gulf of Mexico Drive and Broadway Street is intended to slow traffic.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 26, 2023
Major improvements to Gulf of Mexico Drive hit a snag

The roundabout and complete street projects designed for Gulf of Mexico Drive now require further design and discussion before moving forward.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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