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Affordable housing cannot be produced for over 40% of Sarasota County households, says Gulf Coast Community Foundation Director of Community Investment Jon Thaxton.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 10, 2023
Sarasota's affordable housing crisis dissected at business summit

Most respondents to a Sarasota Chamber of Commerce survey said their ability to do business has been negatively impacted due to a lack of housing for workers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Hundreds packed the Siesta Key Chapel fellowship hall and grounds on Wednesday.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 9, 2021
Delegation vote on Siesta incorporation ballot issue set for Jan. 4

Six legislators will take up the issue, which if approved, moves to Tallahassee for consideration.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 26, 2016
Sarasota County aims to collect $350K from failed studio

The county will begin collections proceedings after a judge ruled in the case of failed economic incentives and Sanborn Studios.

  • Sarasota
  • News
For years, Blasé Café has been the go-to spot for locals escaping the tourist hustle.
  • By Su Byron |
  • February 1, 2023
Where to find the hidden nightlife in Sarasota, Longboat

Night owls rejoice. If the day’s winding down but you’re still going strong, you don’t have to go to bed. Nighttime is still the right time for some of us.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
The new Selby Gardens Welcome Center will include a ticketing pavilion, welcome gallery and welcome theater.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 10, 2023
Selby Gardens will debut new facilities in January

New features from Phase 1 of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens' master plan include an open-air welcome center, a parking structure and a plant research center.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dave Daily of Braden River VFW Post 12055 was the grand marshal in 2019, the last time the Tribute to Heroes Parade was held. (File photo)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 9, 2022
Tribute to Heroes parade to return to Lakewood Ranch

After a two-year layoff due to the pandemic, more than 75 groups are expected to march in the parade at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Betsy Benac
  • By Guest Author |
  • June 1, 2022
Betsy Benac says Manatee County administrator, commission throw ethics out window

Former commissioner says mismanagement driving away talented Manatee County employees.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Emma Anthony, McKenzie Clark, Claire Davidson and Avery Goelz, former Lakewood Ranch High softball stars, are reunited on the Lakewood Ranch Rodeo of the Florida Gulf Coast League.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 20, 2022
Former Mustangs reunite in the Florida Gulf Coast League summer softball season

Four Lakewood Ranch High alums are on the 2022 Lakewood Ranch Rodeo of the Florida Gulf Coast League.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche, Deputy Chief Scott Mayforth and City Manager Marlon Brown with 10 new patrol officers who were sworn in on Thursday.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 3, 2023
SPD welcomes class of 10 new patrol officers

Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche swears in largest class of new recruits in recent memory.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 2, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • December 16, 2016
Men sip and shop to raise money for Child Protection Center

CPC supporters flocked to the Edson Keith Mansion on Dec. 15.

  • Black Tie
Michael Garey, Woody and Sue Wolverton and Svetlana Ivashchenko from the Children's Guardian Fund.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 8, 2022
Tickets on sale for Lawn Party by the Bay

The Lawn Party by the Bay is from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 at Ken Thompson Park.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Earlier this year, architect Dan Lear produced concept images showcasing what four-story buildings might look like on St. Armands if the city increased the maximum buildable height on the Circle. File image.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 29, 2021
St. Armands land changes under review

Is it a good idea to allow taller buildings on the island? How about a hotel on the site of the Fillmore parking lot? The community is weighing answers to these questions and more.

  • Sarasota
  • News
6-year-old Emilia Kalev reads to Olive, a pug who arrived with Joanne Long, a volunteer with The Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 20, 2023
Cuteness, cuddliness encourages reading at Read with the Dogs

Families keep returning to the program, which is held at multiple Sarasota County libraries and features certified pet therapy dogs.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 10, 2010
Candidates answer Islandside questions

L'Ambiance held a candidates debate in conjunction with Grand Bay Thursday, March 4.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Work began Monday to tear down the former Colony Beach & Tennis Resort's mid-rise building. Workers had demolished it by the end of the week.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 23, 2018
Colony mid-rise building demolished

Work began in July to demolish buildings of former resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Nicole Ryskamp takes over as president of the Lakewood Ranch Community Fund June 1.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 28, 2022
Big changes for Lakewood Ranch Community Fund

Along with dedicating funds to pay a full-time employee, the board is moving toward a bigger schedule of events.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Jim Brown |
  • August 24, 2011
Town staff hard at work on Key developments

Contrary to what same may think, the Town Commission and staff are working diligently to ensure Publix and other developments are right for Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 20, 2020
Style: Never Go Without Them

Looking to spice up your look? Give your lobes some love with these earring picks.

  • LWR Life
Town attorney David Persson provided an outline moving forward after a judge's ruling mandates clarifications to the town's codes.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 26, 2012
Town attorney offers legal analysis

The redevelopment of properties such as the Hilton Longboat Key Beachfront Resort are in limbo until the town makes revisions to its outline development process.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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