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City Commissioners rejected a plan to explore Payne Park as a possible site for the Sarasota Orchestra.
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • May 23, 2019
Vote on Sarasota Orchestra sends a message

The city seems at a turning point, as it was in the late 1960s when forward-thinking commissioners shaped a lasting vision.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Presenters Carolyn Landry, Winnie Dumbaugh, Laura Lattanzio and Judith Hart
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • January 26, 2011
Charitable organization celebrates 50 years

Chapter CE, the largest chapter of the Philanthropic Education Organization in Sarasota, celebrated its 50th anniversary Jan. 26 at Church of the Palms.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • August 15, 2018
Longboat north end gas station project in limbo

The owner of the abandoned gas station at the north end of Longboat Key dumped a developer who's been working with town officials and residents for months.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Pearl and Don Constantino say they enjoy playing pickleball at Bayfront Park, but they’re always prepared in case the court is in use.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 22, 2019
Pickleball plans firm up with consultant report

Town study shows where courts could be added, and for how much.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 5, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 3.5.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • January 15, 2020
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Jan. 16

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 27, 2017
Florida Studio Theatre supporters enjoy swell ‘50s-themed fundraiser

Guests gathered for an evening of food, drink and performances on Feb. 27 that were the cat’s pajamas.

  • Black Tie
Paramedics prepare to respond to a COVID-19 suspected call wearing additional protective gear. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 23, 2020
Manatee County fire and EMS forces face COVID-19 with unified plan

Manatee County fire and EMS forces face COVID-19 with unified plan

  • East County
  • News
The city hopes to replicate the success of the Siesta Key Breeze and mitigate traffic congestion by launching a trolley travelling from downtown to Lido Key. The service is expected to cost $1.5 million annually. File photo
  • By David Conway |
  • September 16, 2021
City leaders, downtown property owners at odds over trolley funding

The City Commission is set to overrule the Downtown Improvement District’s proposed budget for the first time ever, a source of alarm among the self-taxing group.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • September 13, 2012
Pest control sees budget increase of $200,000

For the first time in five years, the budget includes an increase in property taxes aimed at paying for insect population management.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Lang Wooddy, Bill Porter, MariAnne Wooddy, Paul Oakes, Sybil Porter, Terry Byce, Chuck Glazer, Jim Wingert, Laura Adcock and Fred Lopez represented the Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch in an Oct 3 cleanup of Lorraine Road.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 7, 2020
No popping the Rotary Club's energy balloon in Lakewood Ranch

Observer columnist Jay Heater writes about the efforts of the Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 20, 2018
Taste of St. Armands takes attendees on culinary adventure

The 8th annual Taste of St. Armands included bites from more than 19 local restaurants.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 1, 2015
Beware of the mob

Animal-rights proponents are pressuring Sarasota County commissioners to shut down retail pet stores’ puppy and kitty sales. There are other effective ways to reach the goal.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Veronica McCurdy, wore a helmet at Riverview High last season, and didn't think it made a difference.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 15, 2018
Girls lacrosse requires helmets, but some people don't want them

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 24, 2015
Cops Corner: Sarasota 9.24.15

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Braden River senior guard Cheyenne Stubbs transferred from Sarasota High this offseason.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 20, 2021
With star injured, Pirates girls basketball sails forward

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
Contestant Chris Nigro spells out "Quintessence" which is defined as the essence of a thing in its purest and most concentrated form.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • March 31, 2016
YPG spells out F-U-N

Young Professionals Group puts members to the test with adult spelling bee.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Dick Vitale poses with the pediatric cancer survivors in attendance.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 11, 2019
Dick Vitale Gala raises more than $4.3 million for pediatric cancer research

The gala, which benefited the V Foundation for Cancer Research, was held May 10 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Liam Wilford and Brandon Schwartz hold their trophies.
  • By Andrew Atkins |
  • April 3, 2019
This Braden River class is a 'drag'

"It’s always a nice feeling when you see you have one of the fastest cars."

  • East County
  • Schools
Although Selby Gardens said reducing the height of a proposed 450-space parking garage represented a compromise from the last master plan proposal, some residents continued to object to the mass of the structure. File image.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 23, 2020
Planning Board endorses revised Selby Gardens plans

Supporters of the botanical gardens’ proposal framed it as a compromise that would ensure the organization’s long-term sustainability, but some resident critics weren’t won over.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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