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This rendering depicts The Bay's finalized master plan concept for revitalizing the area around the Van Wezel.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 25, 2018
Bayfront group unveils master plan proposal

The Bay Sarasota has produced a finalized plan for redeveloping the land around the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Capt. Deb Kiner has been with the Sheriff's Office for 16 years.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • June 3, 2020
Sarasota Sheriff's Office promotes second-ever female captain

Capt. Deb Kiner became the office's second female captain on May 14.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Eagle Trace resident Patricia McHugh (left) shows her concern about the Cox dealership, largely flooding issues in her case, in this Jan. 25 photo.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • December 2, 2020
Planned Cox Chevrolet lot challenged by appeal from east Bradenton residents

Appeal of east Bradenton dealership say plans violate county code

  • East County
  • News
Photo courtesy Sarasota County Emergency Services.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • May 22, 2018
Construction worker extracted from hole at U.S. 41 and 10th Street

The man was being transported to the hospital after being stuck for almost an hour.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Seven-year-old triplets Madison, Dylan and Quinn Damato
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • February 24, 2020
Siesta Key Village gets artsy during its 26th annual craft festival

Ocean Boulevard was lined with vendors from Feb. 22-23.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 6, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Sept. 7

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Jack Kelley goes over a Riverdale High defender for the turnaround bucket. Kelley finished with 24 points.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 28, 2018
Mustangs basketball program says goodbye to pivotal senior class

Lakewood Ranch suffered an early exit from the playoffs thanks to Riverdale High.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Guest Author |
  • October 29, 2021
MY VIEW: LJSA a critical piece of legislation

Profit might respond to free-market libertarianism, but truth does not. 

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Heather Rippy
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 18, 2021
Driftwood Beach Home and Garden creates community space

The new space is more than a store and offers gardening and cooking classes out back.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Head coach Jeremy Schmidt hopes to make Riverview High a powerhouse like his alma mater, Sarasota High.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 22, 2018
Riverview High baseball can take area scene to even greater heights

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Rams senior quarterback Will Evans scrambles after being pressured by the Southeast defense.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 24, 2020
Riverview football is undefeated despite offensive challenges

The Rams have a big test in Venice High this week.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • June 12, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, June 13

Take a look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Sarasota and Venice — from a one-night-only Venice Theatre show to an exhibit at Wyland Gallery.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
New Pass drawbridge testing caused major traffic on Tuesday.
  • By John McGuire |
  • March 17, 2017
Tuesday's traffic backups caused by New Pass drawbridge testings

FDOT is working to better inform residents before testings take place.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 11, 2019
Celebrating community support during the holidays in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch Women's Club hosts third annual Holidays on Broadway dinner theatre charity fundraiser

  • East County
  • News
University Park Recreation District Supervisor Michael Smith says a "win-win" deal is one that chaffs all parties, but is one they live with.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 4, 2019
Compromise reached in University Park dispute

Settlement clears path for University Park Country Club purchase by Recreation District.

  • East County
  • News
The meetings will be held at the county commission building at 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 14, 2017
Manatee County may narrow search for new administrator

Boards work on improving development processes.

  • East County
  • News
Students at Fruitville Elementary had a reading visit from the Barancik Foundation's John Annis.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • March 17, 2021
District prepares for new $5.7 million book adoption

The district is attempting to keep up with new state standards and book adoptions despite a lack in state funding.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 30, 2014
News Briefs

East County mourns sudden loss of community member; Sashay Dance Club closes; County accepting applications for criminal-nuisance board

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 25, 2020
Sarasota County Charter Review Board District 1: Kennedy Legler

Meet the candidate.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 20, 2021
Cops Corner: Sarasota 5.20.21

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
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