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A conceptual drawing shows the location of the proposed new Sarasota Performing Arts Center at The Bay.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 19, 2023
Four firms remain in the running to design new arts center

The task force formed to select the architect for the Sarasota Performing Arts Center will bring four finalists to town for in-person presentations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Al "Mifflin" Lowe, author, recently published "Forgotten Founders."
  • By Sidra Wali |
  • May 10, 2023
Longboat author celebrates unsung historical figures in children's books

Al "Mifflin" Lowe's most recently published book, "Forgotten Founders," delves into the American Revolution.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Chris Collins
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 3, 2021
All Angels presents artist Chris Collins

Artist of the Month at All Angels captures the photos and then takes the process to its framed completion.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A site map shows the proposed layout of a winter festival in St. Armands  Circle. (Courtesy image)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 7, 2022
Sarasota City Commission OKs St. Armands winter festival

Amid accusations of secrecy from the St. Armands Circle Association, the Sarasota City Commission approves a proposal for a winter festival to highlight the new holiday tree.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Drum circle newbie Julia Clark (center) bangs her worries away among the usual cadre of characters.
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • February 2, 2023
The beat goes on at Siesta Key drum circle

Now in its 26th year, the Siesta Key drum circle is as steady and evocative as the tide. And much like the beach’s famous sand, its rhythm is just as healing.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
An empty chambers from Longboat Key's Town Hall is pictured.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • October 2, 2020
Longboat Key reverses course, commission to meet virtually on Oct. 5

The decision comes after Gov. Ron DeSantis extended Florida municipalities’ ability to hold virtual-only meetings.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Longboat Key Fire Rescue will assist those with special needs in getting off the island if a mandatory hurricane  evacuation order is issued.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 9, 2011
Evacuation-assistance program announced

The Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department is urging Longboat Key residents with special needs to apply now for an evacuation-assistance program.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The city of Sarasota is exploring future uses of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall once a new Sarasota Performing Arts Center is built.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 1, 2023
Van Wezel included on 'places to save' list

The Florida Trust of Historic Places has placed the Sarasota performing arts hall on its 11 to Save list of threatened historic properties.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Chandler Brooks, 23, enjoys the effects of Isaac Monday, Aug. 27, on Siesta Key. Rachel S. O'Hara.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 30, 2012
Sarasota County staff gets disaster dry run

Administrator Randall Reid made no apologies for being proactive.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Travis Ray smiles and poses in front of his handiwork at Monark Custom Framing and Art Gallery. (Photo: Spencer Fordin)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • February 23, 2022
Local entrepreneur is crafting art one bowtie at a time

Travis Ray is making custom bowties inspired by art, and he's doing it with locally sourced material and selling them at a local art gallery.

  • Arts + Culture
Gene Witt Elementary School's addition and renovation project is being expedited while students are off campus. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 6, 2020
School projects ahead of schedule in east Bradenton

Several east Bradenton schools to undergo capital projects while students are unable to return to campus

  • East County
  • News
The majority of the changes are minor, allowing the town to meet state statutes. (File photo)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 25, 2022
Town approves first reading of changes to procurement rules

The changes eliminate the use of outdated practices including the use of a bulletin board to make calls for bids.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 5, 2022
Longboat Key Democratic Club turns eyes toward 2022

The club heard from Nikki Fried and Margaret Good about the importance of organizing for elections.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • July 4, 2022
Longboat attracts private donors to finance stage

After a over-budget bids for Town Center land work and stage, town resets budget and attracts thousands in private donations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Former Lakewood Ranch High softball player Jillian Herbst, a freshman at Colgate, was named the 2022 Patriot League Rookie of the Year. (Photo courtesy Colgate Athletics)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 7, 2022
Prose and Kohn: Lakewood Ranch softball alumna earns Patriot League Rookie of the Year nod

Jillian Herbst hit .365 with 20 RBIs in the leadoff spot at Colgate, where she quickly got used to the snowy environment.

  • East County
  • Sports
City Manager Tom Barwin said some feedback he's heard has raised concerns about storage. Residents in cities with e-scooters have said the devices, as seen on this San Diego sidewalk, clutter the public right of way.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 19, 2018
Will electric scooters come to Sarasota?

City officials have had preliminary conversations with Bird, an e-scooter company — a potential precursor to an ordinance allowing the transportation devices.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Former Sarasota High Head Coach Brody Wiseman is now the offensive coordinator at Riverview High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 15, 2022
Sailors football believes togetherness, improved line play will lead to more wins

Sarasota Head Coach Brody Wiseman believes 2022 is the season the program can turn the corner and reach the postseason.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By David Conway |
  • December 12, 2013
Zoning code bubbles to surface for breweries

Recent efforts to open two new craft breweries in the city of Sarasota have come with challenges due to the city's zoning and building regulations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 21, 2021
Bobby Jones nature trails reopen

Work completed on demolition of buildings.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Students at Gilbert W. McNeal Elementary School make their way to class. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 16, 2020
Healthy start to school year in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch-area parents pleased with district's efforts to provide a safe environment.

  • East County
  • News
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