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By Amelia Hanks |
March 3, 2019

Who let the Sarasota Yacht Club's dogs out

The Yacht Squad hosted their first fundraiser for the Payton Wright Foundation.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By David Conway |
September 2, 2021

Strong mayor? Commission oversight? Committee examines charter options

The Charter Review Committee has less than seven months to discuss potential changes to the city’s foundational governing document. Finished with preliminary work, the board’s about to dive in.

Sarasota
News

By Kayleigh Omang |
January 4, 2018

Standing ovation rounds out Perlman Winter Residency

The Celebration Concert was held on Jan. 4 at the Sarasota Opera House.

Black Tie

By David Conway |
November 6, 2018

Voters approve all county referendums

In Tuesday's election, Sarasota residents supported the Legacy Trail extension, changes to county elections, reopening Beach Road and more.

Sarasota
News

By David Conway |
April 16, 2020

County, EDC partner on business loan program

Officials are preparing to issue up to $4.3 million to support small businesses in hopes of supplementing larger state and federal initiatives.

Sarasota
News

By Amelia Hanks |
March 19, 2018

One killed in car crash on Lakewood Ranch Boulevard

Head on collision in Lakewood Ranch results in one fatality and one injury.

East County
News

By Anna Brugmann |
October 31, 2016

Sarasota shows off its spooky side

Some of Sarasota’s history just won’t die.

Sarasota
News

By Adam Hughes |
March 1, 2018

Vue condominium sells for $3,299,000

Residential real estate transactions for Feb. 12-16.

Sarasota
Real Estate

By Ryan Kohn |
August 27, 2020

Dick Vitale raises the bar for gala fundraising despite the pandemic

The gala, usually held in Sarasota, will be virtual this year.

Sarasota
Sports

By Eric Garwood |
November 11, 2020

Summer just zoomed by, but we're glad you're back

A look at some of the stories that made a difference while you were gone.

Longboat Key
News

By Niki Kottmann |
November 30, 2017

Pines of Sarasota Foundation luncheon features witty panelists

The Wit and Wisdom of Aging Luncheon was held on Nov. 29 at Michael’s On East.

Black Tie

By Nat Kaemmerer |
October 27, 2019

Bird Key Yacht Club celebrates Halloween

Rather than going the scary route, members went for the stars.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
July 20, 2017

Longboat Key weather page photo: July 20

M.J. Cecka captured this shot of Sarasota Bay from her Longboat home as a storm rolled in.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By David Conway |
May 4, 2016

Players Theatre uproots from longtime Sarasota home

The Players Theatre is selling its property near the bayfront and moving to Lakewood Ranch. Why is the oldest arts organization in Sarasota leaving the city?

Sarasota
News

By David Conway |
May 14, 2015

Q+A with Elizabeth Van Riper

As chairwoman of the city’s Public Art Committee, Elizabeth Van Riper helps advise the City Commission on how to use developers’ funds to add fine artwork to the public realm.