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JWM Managment, the first company to approach the city in 2021 about redeveloping the Fillmore Drive site, is seeking to build above the existing height limit on St. Armands. File rendering
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 12, 2022
Proposed St. Armands developments prompt density concerns

St. Armands residents and Longboat Key leaders believe increasing maximum building height and redeveloping the Fillmore lot could add to traffic congestion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Webb Brue, Griffin Wills, Sullivan Pippins, Parker Royce and Nolan Appel are in Tammy Peters' first grade class. They learned all about bees and informed the public on ways to save them.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • April 20, 2025
Braden River Elementary showcases project-based learning at Innovation Expo

The first graders developed a love for bees and planted flowers to attract them.

  • East County
  • Schools
Charlie the goldendoodle from Cannons Marina is one of Jadyn Norton's regular clients.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • May 13, 2024
Dog groomer makes a name for himself on Longboat Key and beyond

Jadyn Norton decided to start a new chapter in his life by moving to Sarasota. It led him to start his own business, Puppy Pals Dog Grooming, which has been a success so far.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A schematic drawing of a one-story clubhouse at Bobby Jones Golf Club.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 3, 2025
'Grandiose' Bobby Jones clubhouse design lands short of the green

More than a year after approving a two-story clubhouse at Bobby Jones Clubhouse, the Sarasota City Commission opts for a scaled-down version.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Carson is barely in this episode and is essentially irrelevant but we like his face.
  • By Katie Johns & Niki Kottmann |
  • January 23, 2018
Key Notes: ‘Siesta Key’ Episode 12 Recap

Drama reaches an all-time high as Chloe celebrates her 22nd birthday, Madisson confronts Canvas, Alex makes a comeback and Juliette and Kelsey continue their war over Garrett.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
The Sarasota group stands in front of the Great Wall of China during a 2016 trip to Taiwan and China.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 16, 2026
Friendship Force creates connections between people around the world

The club, part of an organization established in 1977, is focused on cultural exchange through home stays.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Haley Howard.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 2, 2022
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Haley Howard

The Sarasota High sophomore started the softball season with a hot bat.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 16, 2022
St. Armands revved up for Lotus Cars on the Circle

Lotus and British car owners arrived in style for a car show July 16 in St. Armands Circle.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Alma Johnson works hard to nurture her queen bees and colonies.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • May 11, 2021
Hail to the queen: Sarasota beekeeper's success depends a lot on hive leader

Alma Johnson details how she cares for her queen bees and colonies at the Sarasota Honey Company.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 18, 2022
Wine, Women & Shoes returns with 2022 celebration

The long-awaited Forty Carrots Family Center event returned to The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota on Nov. 18.

  • Black Tie
  • By Guest Author |
  • August 18, 2022
Add some flair to your footwear with these fabulous styles

Upgrade your kicks with these fashionable shoe options for men and women from Lakewood Ranch businesses.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 29, 2009
Cops Corner

Complainant called police to report a strange dog was trying to get into her house.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 25, 2009
Business Observer 11.26.09

The Caragiulo brothers, owners of two Caragiulo's Italian restaurants in Sarasota and Bradenton, plan to open a seafood restaurant in Burns Square.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 20, 2009
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  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • August 14, 2009
Supporters vow to save iconic bookstore

Upon hearing that the economy may claim Sarasota News and Books as one of its victims, Sarasotans take to the Internet to try to save it.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • December 30, 2009
10 to Contend: Roxanne Joffe

The Downtown Sarasota Council will focus on making Sarasota vibrant, active and pedestrian-friendly.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • February 11, 2010
Visitors center proposed for Palm Avenue garage

Downtown Improvement District board member Andrew Foley suggested leasing a space in the soon-to-be-built parking garage to better serve Sarasota tourists.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam McTeer |
  • June 11, 2009
Knitters plan public performance

Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club resident Sally Waldo and friend Valerie Strange are organizing a local World Wide Knit in Public Day June 13.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 10, 2010
Association smooths over Circle event

The Circle Association is launching a "Save Smooth Jazz" campaign, which will aim to generate sponsors and contributions for the concerts, which draw as many as 4,000 people to the Circle.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • March 25, 2010
Bumper stickers show police support

A police sergeant's wife said she's fed up with the negative news surrounding the police department, so she created 50 'Support Sarasota Police' bumper stickers to hand out for free.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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