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Already, residents of downtown complexes including The Mark have reached out to city officials to share their concerns that the proposed sound ordinance revisions are not stringent enough.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 15, 2021
Noise regulations up for review

Although it’s a divisive topic, city leaders hope rewriting the sound rules will lead to greater clarity for officials, residents and businesses.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The choice was Asplen’s
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 30, 2022
The choice was Asplen’s

It may have appeared to be an orchestrated effort to oust the Sarasota superintendent. But there are multiple sides to this.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Andrew Theophilopoulos works on a painting.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • October 22, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Autorama and Taste of St. Armands

Gearheads and foodies alike brought their appetites to St. Armands Circle Saturday, Oct. 20, for a double-header event: Autorama and A Taste of St. Armands. Auto dealers and food vendors convened to show off what St. Armands has to offer in both the car and cuisine industries.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • January 17, 2017
Film review: 'Live by Night'

Strong acting and cinematography make up for an overly busy plot.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • October 30, 2021
Tocobaga Bay home is Sarasota area's top seller

Property is highest-priced sale in Sarasota, Siesta Key and surrounding areas for the week of Oct. 18-22.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 24, 2022
Tara community residents seek more traffic-calming measures

Speed tables and a crosswalk have slowed traffic in Tara, but residents want more help from Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
Phillip Hartl stands outside of the entrance to the Linger Lodge restaurant on Dec. 13. His family purchased the property in 2016 and have overseen an extensive remodel of the property over the last year and a half.
  • By Scott Lockwood |
  • December 18, 2021
Linger Lodge Restaurant & RV Campground moves closer to reopening in Lakewood Ranch

Owners completing major renovation of the property's RV Park and parking lot in February. AND Owners say Old Florida appeal will remain at Linger Lodge.

  • East County
  • News
Josh Young rises for a layup against Gulf Coast High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 27, 2019
Mustangs senior the calm during the storm

Lakewood Ranch High boys basketball senior Josh Young is calm in big-game situations.

  • East County
  • Sports
Asolo Conservatory actors rehearse their production of 'Twilight,' which will be presented via Zoom.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 24, 2020
'Twilight' shines in virtual reality

The pandemic closed the curtain at the Asolo Conservatory. Virtual reality turned on the lights. Thanks to Zoom, the show will still go on.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • September 25, 2021
Men strut their stuff for fundraiser fashion show

Real Men Wear Pink 2021 was held Sept. 25.

  • Black Tie
Riverview High senior Tyler Dunigan sprints down the track at practice.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 15, 2018
Riverview High student joins the track team as a senior — and shines

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sophie and Lucy won the most patriotic prize in 2019.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 21, 2021
Longboat Chamber seeks permission to resume Freedom Fest

Annual Independence Day parade and festivities were canceled in 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 27, 2022
Sarasota Hospital Board Central District, Seat 2: Joseph J. DeVirgilio Jr.

Meet the candidate.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 10, 2012
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Tim Williamson said his mindset has improved since joining Lakewood Ranch's golf team.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 7, 2020
Prose and Kohn: Transfers make impact at Lakewood Ranch High

These Mustangs have excelled in their fall sports.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 25, 2020
Sarasota City Commission District 3: Dan Clermont

Meet the candidate.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch freshman Olivia Hadad laughs as she is picked up off the grass by sophomore Sophie Lemus. Hadad scored a goal in the Mustangs' 4-0 win against Plant City High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 2, 2022
Prose and Kohn: Mustangs girls soccer gallops into postseason

Lakewood Ranch believes it has the talent and heart to make a deep run

  • East County
  • Sports
Manatee County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh says she might run for the Florida House of Representatives in November. (File photo)
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 7, 2022
Manatee Commissioner Vanessa Baugh considers run for Florida House

Vanessa Baugh considers resigning her commission post to run for the state House of Representatives.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • June 26, 2018
Setting up to Go Fourth is no easy task

Preparation for Independence Day activities can take weeks and months.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Chris Brown, owner of the Beach Club, The Hub Baja Grill and the property of Blu Que Island Grill on Siesta Key, leases space in front of the Broken Egg to provide valet parking.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 21, 2012
Lally backs valet effort in Village

The Sarasota County code-enforcement officer defends Siesta Village valet parking against criticism.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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