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It is recommended that fans purchase tickets online. Photo courtesy the Baltimore Orioles.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 18, 2017
Orioles spring training tickets on sale Jan. 21

It is recommended that fans purchase tickets online.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The Legacy Golf Club in Lakewood Ranch opened in 1997.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 24, 2015
Arnold Palmer-designed golf course gets new owner

Arnold Palmer-designed course scores new owner, ClubCorp

  • East County
  • News
If approved tonight, 32 armed security personnel — retired police officers and military veterans — will be stationed at area elementary schools.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • September 9, 2014
School District brings elementary security issue back to the table

At its meeting at 5:45 p.m. Sept. 9, the Manatee County School District will discuss and potentially vote on whether to bring security guards to 32 county elementary schools.

  • East County
  • Schools
Models prepare to walk to runway at Sarasota Yacht Club's 2025 fashion show.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • March 31, 2025
Sarasota boutique showcases athleisure with a twist at fashion show

Designer Tatyana Stewart and event chair Karen Kent organized a fashion show with fringe and fun.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A double staircase leads to 7366 Point of Rocks Road on Siesta Key.
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • January 16, 2026
Gulf-front Siesta Key estate lists for $26 million

The home on Point of Rocks features an infinity pool that appears to merge with the Gulf.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Building demolition began in earnest on Aug. 8 at the site of the former Colony Beach & Tennis Resort.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • August 15, 2018
Demolition begins in earnest at Colony site

Demolition of the buildings at the site of the former Colony is expected to take 120 days.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Rapper Ryanito poses with the Riverview Kilties, who were featured in his recording of the theme song for the Sarasota Paradise soccer team.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • August 15, 2023
Hip-hop meets high school in soccer team song

Rapper Ryanito teamed with Riverview High for the Sarasota Paradise's anthem.

  • Arts + Culture
Cardinal Mooney striker Alex Turner already has garnered interest from Notre Dame and Wake Forest.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 12, 2016
Striker nets perfect reward

Cardinal Mooney junior captain Alex Turner has scored 31 goals for the Cougars so far this season.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Rich Swier Sr. |
  • June 28, 2012
My View: Israel: The Masada Paradigm

During my recent trip to Israel I visited many historical sites. One site that struck me was Masada (Hebrew for fortress). Masada embodies the spirit of Israel. It is located in the Southeastern part of Israel near the Dead Sea.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Benderson Development Co., and Sarasota officials cut a ceremonial ribbon Nov. 5 for the park and event garden. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 9, 2016
Park amenities open to public

Park officials expect to plan to add programming to compliment the facility.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • April 2, 2014
Shelter compromise draws mixed reactions

In a bid to resolve an ongoing dispute through a compromise solution, the Sarasota city and commissions added a third site to the list of possible locations for a downtown Sarasota homeless shelter.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 6, 2014
News Briefs

Church closes on second location; Animal Services hosts adoption event; County cancels MCAT fares, meetings on election days

  • East County
  • News
The proximity of a proposed dog park to a condominium building is one of several topics to raise questions about the influence of neighborhood associations on city decision-making.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 27, 2018
Officials, residents discuss city-neighborhood relations

The city seeks to cultivate a partnership with neighborhood associations. How much sway do these groups have among officials — and within their communities?

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Joe Hendricks |
  • March 8, 2013
Wal-Mart Wrap-up, Part Two: Looking back, looking forward

Wal-Mart Wrap-up, Part Two: Looking back, looking forward

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Officials broke ground around 8 a.m.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 30, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Cattlemen groundbreaking

Sarasota and Manatee County officials today broke ground on the extension of Cattlemen Road, just before the start of the Florida State Championship Regatta.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 7, 2013
NEWS BRIEFS

It's not yet official, but Sarasota's Nathan Benderson Park very well may be the future venue for the 2017 World Rowing Championships.

  • East County
  • News
The no-swim advisory is expected to be in effect through at least 2 p.m. Thursday.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 3, 2019
UPDATE: No-swim advisory lifted at Lido Beach

Officials said it was safe to go back into the water after updated tests showed acceptable bacteria levels.

  • Sarasota
  • News
 Work progresses on the St. Regis construction this week. This view looks southwest toward the hotel structure.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 12, 2022
St. Regis resort, condo construction is moving on up

Work goes vertical on Longboat Key site of resort and condominiums.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Windy Hill features 37 home sites, many overlooking the 10th hole of the Royal Lakes Golf Course.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • August 15, 2013
Country Club East gets new neighborhood

Windy Hill is the latest neighborhood in Lakewood Ranch, which is trying to meet an increased demand for new homes.

  • East County
  • News
Local governments, including officials from the city of Sarasota (pictured), Longboat Key and Sarasota and Manatee counties met today to review the region's emergency preparedness plans.
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • September 5, 2017
Longboat prepares for Hurricane Irma

With a major storm looming, emergency personnel are instructing Longboat residents to begin their own preparations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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