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Anxious travelers are desperate to contact loved ones after they are stranded in Gander, Newfoundland, in Asolo Rep's production of "Come From Away."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 19, 2025
Asolo Rep tells a story of Canadian hospitality with 'Come From Away'

When 7,000 travelers were grounded in Gander on 9/11, locals opened their homes — and their hearts.

  • Arts + Culture
Bordering a sidewalk connecting a playground at Bayfront Park to Sarasota Bay is a narrow strip of landscaping that is incorporated into the town’s stormwater system called a bioswale.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • October 27, 2025
Bayfront Park naturally filters stormwater, prevents flooding

More effective than an average drainage ditch, Longboat Key's bioswales at Bayfront Park are an example of environmental stormwater management practices.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kathy Lozano and Reuben Rivera check out the 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia that first-time registrant Jim Friedman brought to Ferraris on the Circle on Nov. 1.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • November 3, 2025
Ferraris turn out for final Flight to the North Pole major fundraiser

St. Armands Circle showcased interesting models from fans of the Italian sports car brand at Ferraris on the Circle.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch's offensive line prepares to snap the ball against Bayshore during its Oct. 30 regular-season finale. The Mustangs still have yet to notch back-to-back winning seasons since 2010-11.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • November 4, 2025
Braden River, Lakewood Ranch football programs still searching for key to success

Both the Pirates and the Mustangs finished 2025 with losing records.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Gonzmart family announced it would build a restaurant paying homage to the Buccaneer Inn to Longboat Key, though the project has not broken ground since the restaurant group purchased the parcel in 2016.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • October 20, 2025
Buccaneer restaurant concept on Longboat Key paused

The group behind Columbia Restaurants is not moving forward with their plans for a 196-seat concept on the parcel previously home to Pattigeorge's.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
  • By Varone Orthodontics |
  • October 23, 2025
A Great Smile, No Matter Your Age

The health and confidence benefits of Invisalign for adults, explained by a top provider.

  • Health
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Shoppers and diners have returned to St. Armands Circle a year after the devastation wrought by hurricanes Helene and Milton.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 16, 2025
Storm-weary businesses anticipate return to normal season

Sarasota's tourism destinations are polished up, opened up and ready for snowbirds and visitors one year after hurricanes cost businesses the 2024-25 season.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Members of Riverview girls' swimming put up five fingers representing their number of state titles since 2021. For the first time in program history, they've won five in a row.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • November 20, 2025
Riverview girls swimming wins another state title

The Rams collected 12 medals en route to their fifth straight FHSAA Class 4A state championship.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The formal living room boasts a striking painting of a rhino, acquired during a recent safari in South Africa.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • November 20, 2025
Drama and luxury characterize this estate-size home in The Lake Club

This Lake Club home balances timeless design with contemporary comfort — and the distinctive artistry of its owners.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
One of Intercoastal Medical Groups offices at 965 Beneva Road in Sarasota. Aetna is dropping Intercoastal Medical Group from its Medicare Advantage plan coverage.
  • By Michael Harris |
  • October 20, 2025
Intercoastal patients lose Aetna Medicare Advantage coverage

After Nov. 30, patients who have an Aetna plan and use Intercoastal Medical Group will have to change doctors or get new coverage.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The busy intersection at Bay Isles Parkway and Gulf of Mexico Drive came in at number two on the list of the five most hazardous intersections, tracking back to July 2023.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • August 19, 2025
Most Longboat Key fender benders happen at these 5 intersections

Police say the department's emphasis on being visible along Gulf of Mexico Drive helps calm traffic and keep drivers and pedestrians safe.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Bri Rivera and bandmates play at Café on St. Armands on July 17 for the first "Circle the Date" celebration of summer.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • July 22, 2025
Circle the Date kicks off summer shopping on St. Armands

Businesses on St. Armands Circle encourage patrons to enjoy a day of exploring with deals, treats and live music.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The new pavilion and restrooms at Greenbrook Adventure Park are open to the public.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 22, 2025
Pavilion, restrooms open at Greenbrook Adventure Park

More than two years after smoldering fireworks caused the original structure to burn, the replacement is complete.

  • East County
  • News
The Bay park recently marked three-years since opening Phase 1.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 6, 2025
Remodeled Chidsey Library marks another milestone in The Bay

As Phase 2 work on The Bay park nears completion, planning for Phase 3 in underway to complete transformation of the 53-acre cite into Sarasota's signature park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Couple caught hiding underwear in pockets at beach access
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • August 26, 2025
Couple caught hiding underwear in pockets at beach access

An illegally parked car led police to a couple fooling around on the beach, and a man had police called on him for limping. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Root & Seed displays seasonal deliciousness that is all gluten-free, vegan and refined sugar-free.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • November 9, 2025
Give me pumpkin over peppermint, please

Halloween's over, but it's still pumpkin season until Thanksgiving if you ask me.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Henry Rodriguez has more than 100,000 instagram followers, under the handle Henry is fulfilled.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • September 20, 2025
Once-powerful Sarasota developer reshapes, reprioritizes his life

A go-star in local development and statewide politics, Henry Rodriguez laments the direction his life took. "I was young, influential and making a ton of money," he says, "but I was miserable."

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Vicky Henderson and Tory Delaney at Allswell
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 20, 2025
New Lakewood Ranch restaurants serve up fresh culinary offerings for every taste

With innovation on the menu, these five eateries bring a whole host of dining options to town.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Sarasota Police Department Officer Kyle Carter makes preparations for an explosives training hosted by Bird Key Yacht Club at its soon-to-be-demolished clubhouse on Sept. 5.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • September 24, 2025
Bird Key Yacht Club gets a head start with its remodel

Sarasota Police uses the soon-to-be-demolished clubhouse as a space for officers to practice their explosive entry tactics.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff |
  • August 19, 2025
Your Weekly Taste: Spice Station

Located at 1438 Boulevard Of The Arts, this downtown Thai and sushi spot is the perfect spot to kick off an evening on the town (or treat yourself to a tasty lunch!).

  • Arts + Entertainment
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