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The Phayre family’s Nintendo-inspired video, “The Super Phayre Family,” is one of 14 finalists nationwide.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 16, 2011
Phayre family needs your vote

One East County family is a finalist in the Primrose School and Children's Miracle Network Family Dance-off competition.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sarasota Crew alumnus Clark Dean (right), here competing at the 2019 World Rowing Championships, will compete in the men's four at the Tokyo Olympics. Photo via USRowing.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 21, 2021
A Sarasota swimmer and rower will hit Olympic waters this week

Emma Weyant and Clark Dean will compete for the U.S. in Tokyo

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sarasota Cops Corner: Best of 2022
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 28, 2022
Sarasota Cops Corner: Best of 2022

Some of our weekly features top items from the past year.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Stacey Rhoads, a bartender at Blue Rooster, said she’s gotten lots of surprised reactions from tourists who want to order a mimosa or bloody Mary with Sunday brunch — only to find out they can’t before noon.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 6, 2014
Sarasota County bags Sunday booze ban

On Wednesday, Sarasota County commissioners unanimously approved an ordinance amending the County Code to allow alcohol sales before noon on Sundays.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Phipps Home Design |
  • February 23, 2023
Your Home Should Reflect Who You Are and How You Want to Live

Designing a home that is right for you goes far beyond the number of bedrooms you need. Phipps Home Design, with exceptional home design since 1994, is here to help.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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The Sarasota downtown and bay front luxury condo market remains robust among second home buyers.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 5, 2023
Sarasota region among the nation's hottest second home markets

At more than 35% of all mortgages written for second residences, the North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton metro area ranks 17th nationally.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The mangroves open up along the boardwalk to offer waterfront views. (Photo by Lesley Dwyer)
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 27, 2022
The best things to do on Longboat for every type of tourist

From marine life to Michelin Star food, Longboat Key has it all.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 23, 2022
Summer Fun Guide 2022: General

Your guide to summer camps in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Roger Pettingell, his wife Alisa and son Max distribute pies for Thanksgiving.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 28, 2022
Pettingell again distributes holiday pies

The Realtor has been passing our and donating desserts for Thanksgiving.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
This nearly eight-acre site at 2211 Fruitville Road is proposed for Sarasota Station, a nearly 400-unit affordable rental community with at least 20% of the apartments priced at or below 80% of the city's average median income.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 22, 2023
Affordable housing project granted three-year construction extension

With setbacks including the death of Harvey Vengroff and COVID-19, the City Commission has granted One Stop Housing more time to begin building the Sarasota Station apartment complex in Park East.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 17, 2022
Sarasota weather page photo: November 17

Gordon Silver captured this monarch butterfly’s colors in Myakka River State Park.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Town Hall is located at 501 Bay Isles Road.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 13, 2011
Commission passes 1.8872 millage rate

The budget and millage rate will be approved on second reading at a special meeting beginning at 5:01 Monday, Sept. 26.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The giveaway starts at 10:30 a.m. Saturday.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 4, 2018
County offers free comic books at libraries

On Saturday, as part of Free Comic Book Day, all Sarasota County libraries will give away comic books while supplies last.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Debris await collection along Greenbrook Boulevard. (Photo by Ian Swaby
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 21, 2022
Lakewood Ranch CDDs still dealing with hurricane impacts

Lakewood Ranch Inter-District Authority officials say that some issues from Hurricane Ian might not be resolved until 2024.

  • East County
  • News
Miguel Moreira, Carols Moreira Sr., Carols Moreira Jr. and Judy Ligon
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • June 22, 2019
Monthly veterans breakfast fosters community

SRQ Vets, VFW Post 3233 and Vets 2 Success hosted their monthly community breakfast on June 22.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The $74.5 million improvement project at the I-75/University Parkway intersection included the use of an Acrow temporary bridge. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 26, 2022
Population growth outpaces road improvements in Lakewood Ranch

After spending $196.2 million on East County interchange upgrades, FDOT says more might be needed.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • December 7, 2022
Sarasota Opera hosts Winter Festival Overture dinner

The opera's close supporters enjoyed a "Winter Festival Overture" dinner on stage on Dec. 5.

  • Black Tie
DeAnna Wright and Lawrence James perform "The Mother with the Hat." Photo by Frank Atura.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 8, 2018
Theater review: 'Mother with a Hat'

Asolo Conservatory’s latest play walks the razor’s edge between redemption and self-destruction.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Black Diamond Burlesque's  first shows were held at Selva Grill on Main Street.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • September 10, 2020
Black Diamond Burlesque celebrates 10 years

The burlesque company still feels pride in the milestone despite postponing its anniversary show.

  • Arts + Culture
Tanner Crump threw a complete-game shutout against Port Charlotte High on April 24.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 27, 2023
'Workhorse' pitcher gives Sarasota baseball a lift as playoffs approach

Plus, a look at how other area baseball and softball teams are faring as the regular season concludes.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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