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The county cited increasing maintenance costs as the motivating factor for relocating its central offices from downtown Sarasota. File photo
  • By David Conway |
  • September 30, 2021
County, Benderson negotiate sale of downtown administration building

On Tuesday, the County Commission empowered staff to discuss sales terms for the Sarasota County Administration Building.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • February 18, 2021
Volunteering in the Age of  COVID-19

The pandemic forced dozens of nonprofits to bench hundreds of senior volunteers. Some organizations in Sarasota and Manatee counties are still struggling to fill the void one year later.

  • LWR Life
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • February 18, 2021
Volunteering in the Age of  COVID-19

The pandemic forced dozens of nonprofits to bench hundreds of senior volunteers. Some organizations in Sarasota and Manatee counties are still struggling to fill the void one year later.

  • LWR Life
A variety of yoga classes are offered throughout the week.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 20, 2019
Fun and healthy

There's always something to do.

  • Health
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 10, 2018
Kids tackle fishing

Seminar draws great cast of volunteers to Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Max Famiglietti officially launched Tiger Fire, LLC on New Year's Day.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • April 29, 2021
Entrepreneur's hot sauce takes long, winding road

Sarasota native Max Famiglietti started making his Tiger Fire Hot Sauce during the pandemic while in Peru.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
The Sarasota City Commission regular meeting begins today at 2:30 p.m. and reconvenes at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 1565 First St., Sarasota.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 16, 2012
City discusses G.WIZ lease tonight

The city is holding off on the city hold off on selling a vacant parcel at 1000 Blvd. of the Arts until it discusses a future lease for a tenant that sits next door.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The use of the Selby Gardens property for special events — and a food service partnership with Michael's on East — is at the center of a still-unsettled dispute regarding a tax exemption. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 29, 2021
Selby Gardens property tax issue headed to court

Despite a mediated resolution earlier this year, a late tax payment is prolonging tensions between the botanical garden and the property appraiser.

  • Sarasota
  • News
SANCA CEO Stephen Rodriguez hopes the finish tower pays off by booking events such as the "VIP Tower Experience" at the Sarasota Celtic Music Festival.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 25, 2018
This Sarasota experience towers over others as Celtic festival begins

VIP Tower Experience helps Sarasota Celtic Music Festival and Nathan Benderson Park

  • East County
  • News
The Sarasota City Commission meets at 2:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. today at City Hall, 1565 First St., Sarasota.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 4, 2012
Commission reviews city manager candidates today

Sarasota city commissioners will discuss city manager candidates and a renovation of U.S. 41 that includes two roundabouts today.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 2, 2019
Longboat Key Cops Corner: When the prime suspect is the wind

Police reports from around the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Lakewood Ranch resident Liz Cole has been immersed in arts and art education throughout her career. (Photo by Lori Sax )
  • By Guest Author |
  • February 17, 2022
Class Act: Sharing the Joy of Learning in the Arts

A talented artist developed an early childhood program for the Toledo Museum of Art, which remains a cornerstone of the museum’s education division.

  • LWR Life
After many failed nesting attempts on Siesta Beach, Ms. Sanibel has successfully nested on Caladesi Island for the past two years.  (Miri Hardy)
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • June 8, 2021
Bird of the Week: Checking in with Ms. Sanibel

Tagged snowy plover heads north to nest after finding trouble on Sarasota-area beaches.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Night With the Stars Prom is a yearly event held for people with special needs in Manatee and Sarasota County who are 16 years of age or older. (photo courtesy of Mary Anne McDevitt)
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • November 5, 2020
Outdoor craft festival Saturday in Bradenton to raise money for special-needs prom

Outdoor craft festival will be held at Christ Presbyterian Church in east Bradenton and is a fundraiser for the Night With the Stars Prom.

  • East County
  • News
Bart Lowther and Jesse Perez
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • November 8, 2018
Vinters Dinner kicks-off Wine, Women & Shoes

The Forty Carrots sponsor reception was hosted Nov. 8 at Michael's Wine Cellar.

  • Black Tie
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 20, 2010
Bench play sparks Pirates victory

The Braden River High boys basketball team earned a key district win, defeating Palmetto 52-49 Jan. 12. The Pirates improve to 9-5 overall; 4-1 in the district.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
ODA senior Nolan Lewellen is one of the fastest players on the team and is aggressive in stealing bases.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 24, 2021
Thunder bats taking opponents by storm

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
Among the specific changes proposed for firehouses are separate, vented storage locations for firefighters' protective gear. Coats, boots and helmets should be kept away from living quarters.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 28, 2018
Ballot initiatives focus on firehouse upgrades, new charter

Voters will cast ballots for more than just Town Commission.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Riverview senior Alef Pezan (19) goes up against the Venice defense for a header.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 2, 2022
Riverview soccer's offense finds its footing

The Rams scored four goals in a district tournament victory over Venice High

  • East County
  • Sports
Jaasiel Torres falls after completing his 6 foot, 11 and a half inch jump at Berkeley Prep.  Courtesy photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 9, 2017
Sailors junior high jumper sets best mark in U.S. for current season

He successfully leaped 6 feet, 11 and a half inches in the air, and he's not done yet.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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