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Police handcuff 36-year-old Darryl Williams in a store parking lot in Sarasota. He was charged with four felonies.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 23, 2023
Officer bitten in scuffle leading to Sarasota man's arrest

Police say that another officer was spit on as officers worked to detain the suspect on a felony charge.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Todd and Eddie Morton, co-owners of Morton's Market,  have helped keep the 50-year business alive.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • May 16, 2019
Morton's Market celebrates 50 years

The grocer, located at 1924 S Osprey Ave, has survived the introduction of grocery chains and multiple ownerships.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jennifer Currier, Jeff Kahn, and Laritha Burks
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 12, 2023
Consulting service seeks to empower at-home caregivers

Two certified nursing assistants have launched Senior Consulting & Staff Support, whose goal is to offer caregivers the resources they need to keep seniors at home.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 28, 2023
Manatee County garbage bills increase by 65%

Twice-weekly pickup remains in place, but collection rates increase as of Oct. 1.

  • East County
  • News
Randy Clair was appointed to the Town Commission on April 3.
  • By John McGuire |
  • April 10, 2017
Meet Randy Clair: Questions and answers with the new commissioner

Longboat Key's newest commissioner answers questions about key local issues.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Braden River High School's Gabriel Cortez strikes a pose while performing a song from "Chicago."
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 11, 2022
East Bradenton students return to the stage for theater performances

After two years of not having in-person performances, Lakewood Ranch and Braden River high school students are thrilled to perform live.

  • East County
  • Schools
Addison Dempsey. (Photo by Ryan Kohn.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 21, 2022
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Addison Dempsey

The Cardinal Mooney High junior finished sixth (18:24.09) in the Elite Girls division of the North Port XC Invitational, held Sept. 16-17.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Construction started March 15 on the roundabout at U.S. 41 and Gulfstream Avenue.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • March 26, 2021
Longboat Key leaders express concerns about U.S. 41-Gulfstream roundabout

Construction has gotten underway at the downtown Sarasota intersection.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Grand Parakeet Riverboat Casino & Hotel is slated to open in 2018.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 30, 2017
APRIL FOOLS: Is Siesta Key feeling lucky?

A riverboat gambling concept is slated for a canal on the barrier island. Officials say it will be a win-win for residents and tourists.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kim Spruance, a Greyhawk Landing resident, kisses her new puppy, Bonita Chica.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 1, 2020
Community comes to pets' rescue in East County

Community comes to pets' rescue in East County

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 14, 2021
Longboat Library has assigned summer reading for every type of bookworm

When the season's storms or humidity make outdoors a second choice, these titles will keep you going.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Speed tables are currently used at crosswalks at St. Armands Circle. A complete street project would include enhanced pedestrian safety features.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 22, 2023
St. Armands complete street project could be costly, take a decade-plus

City staff presented three options for the St. Armands project ranging from $45 million to doing nothing at all.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The valet stand is moving because of traffic issues, but a proposed new site has inspired similar concerns.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 19, 2017
Concerns circle St. Armands valet changes

The city is trying to find a new place to put the St. Armands Circle valet stand, but some merchants are objecting to a proposed location on Fillmore Drive.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles" comes to the Van Wezel on May 5.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 2, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for May 4-10

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Snowbirds won't be coming back to Longboat Key beaches until winter 2021.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 22, 2021
Longing for Longboat

Some snowbirds didn't fly south for the winter and are living out their first northern chill in years.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Manatee County Sheriff's Office deputies now can directly connect with residents of specific neighborhoods about things happening there.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 5, 2016
Manatee County Sheriff’s Office moves Nextdoor

Social media platform might help with crime prevention.

  • East County
  • News
Les McCurdy is ready for the show to start again.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • June 7, 2021
McCurdy's Comedy Theatre to reopen June 11

Les McCurdy is hopeful vaccinated audiences will be ready to return to his comedy club on June 11.

  • Arts + Culture
Lucas Anthony.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 5, 2022
East County Athlete of the Week: Lucas Anthony

The Lakewood Ranch sophomore leads the Mustangs with 51 goals as of April 4.

  • East County
  • Sports
Demarcus Abner. (Photo by Ryan Kohn.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 22, 2022
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Demarcus Abner

The Riverview High football senior is a key piece on the Rams' defense.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Crews from Quinn Construction, Inc. are scheduled to begin work in September on New Pass Bridge.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • August 13, 2020
New Pass Bridge repair work delayed until September

The 14-part project on the link to Longboat Key from St. Armands Key will cost $2.77 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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