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  • By Morgan Bentley |
  • August 5, 2022
My View: Hospital board deserves re-election

Under this board’s oversight, Sarasota Memorial Healthcare has accomplished remarkable achievements. There is no need to change horses.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • June 29, 2022
Former city commissioner plays taps at area events to honor veterans

From wreath laying to taps ceremonies, our traditions ensure we never forget to thank those who sacrificed for our country.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 12, 2022
On Longboat Key, pickleball is daily social occasion

Since the expansion of public courts in 2020, the sport's following has steadily built. And the town is keeping an eye on the surge.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Derric Gobourne Jr. will perform at Cross Arts Collaborative: New Voices and New Works. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • November 22, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for Nov. 24-30

Dueling productions of "Cabaret" and "Chicago" lead an action-packed week of song, dance, theater and more in the Sarasota area.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 2, 2009
Bookstore plants giving tree

Little Bookworms customers can brighten the holidays for children in need through the shop's first holiday Giving Tree.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The current posted speed limit on Broadway Street is 20 miles per hour.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • February 3, 2023
Longboat Village residents differ with town on traffic-calming measures

Options to slow vehicles in the north-end neighborhood include new striping, mini-traffic circles and more.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Orioles, represented by the mascot the Oriole Bird, have been in a six-year valley in terms of record, but the 2022 team is turning things around. (File photo)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 13, 2022
Prose and Kohn: 2022 Orioles change columnist from baseball agnostic to diehard

Ryan Kohn's baseball fandom died in 2016. The Baltimore Orioles, on an eight-game winning streak, have brought it back from the dead.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Commissioner Penny Gold, who was elected in 2021, will join the program. (File photo)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 27, 2022
New Florida program trains local commissioners on state, federal issues

Elected municipal officials with a limited background in local government can earn certificates for continuing their education through the Florida League of Cities.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 15, 2022
Workshop studies the need for East Manatee Fire Rescue to add paramedics

Fire Commissioner James Carlino 70% of calls for the department are medically related and that it thus makes sense that the best medical care should be provided.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 6, 2013
Subcommittee strives to determine focus

The new P&Z subcommittee is exploring whether the town needs stricter codes.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 23, 2013
Town encounters code conundrum

P&Z board members struggle to strengthen town codes while not infringing on property owners' rights.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Siesta Key residents have a 30-day window to appeal the permit approval.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 19, 2018
State approves Big Pass dredge permit

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has granted a permit to dredge Big Pass as part of a Lido Key shoreline renourishment project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 30, 2018
Pastors host Seder for neighbors

Commissioner Irwin and Sylvia Pastor hosted about 40 friends for a Seder March 30.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Urbanite Theatre Co-Artistic Director Brendan Ragan is leaving Sarasota.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 29, 2023
Brendan Ragan takes final bow at Urbanite Theatre

The co-artistic director is heading to the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, in the Chicago metro area.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • October 5, 2022
Pets, owners have a blessed day at Siesta Key church

Blessing of the Pets at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church is an annual tradition.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Shoreland Woods property features oaks, orchids and bayfront views. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 21, 2022
New owners aim to maintain charm of Sarasota property

A prominent city family owned the 2.4-acre property that sold for $5 million in Shoreland Woods.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • December 9, 2019
Buffalonians flock to Michael's On East for Sarasota Orchestra dinner

Locals get creative with costumes, All Star Children's Foundation gets a grant boost, and more this week.

  • Black Tie
Mangrove forests are one of the most threatened tropical ecosystems in the world. Florida’s estimated 600,000 acres of mangroves contribute to the overall health of the state’s coastal zone in addition to providing some of the best kayaking experiences.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 5, 2023
An exploration of Lido’s mangrove tunnels reveals heart of our coastal ecosystem

Key Life’s intrepid reporter encounters Florida’s unique ecosystem on a kayak tour through Lido Key’s magical mangrove tunnels.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The county is considering an artist live and work space for surplus land at 4644 N. Tamiami Trail.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 18, 2021
County considers affordable artist community for surplus land

Artist community consider as affordable housing proposal on surplus county land.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sidney Turner. Courtesy photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • October 23, 2020
Rotary Club of Longboat Key provides Resilient Retreat care packages

Rotarian Sidney Turner, the Resilient Retreat founder, got a surprise from her fellow club members.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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