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CinéBistro will also have a bar, dining lounge and patio that will be open to Westfield Southgate moviegoers and any other guests.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • November 16, 2014
Luxury cinemas to debut at Westfield mall

Cobb Theaters will open a seven-screen CineBistro complex in Westfield Southgate in 2015.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Selby Public Library in downtown Sarasota will be among those closed on Monday, Oct. 9, for staff training.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 4, 2023
Sarasota County libraries closed on Oct. 9

All 10 branches will close for the day for in-person staff training.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office received the report that Gaven Oliver, 12, was missing at 7:32 a.m.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • December 2, 2014
UPDATE: Sheriff's Office finds missing boy

Sarasota County deputies are looking for 12-year-old Gaven Oliver, who was last seen at roughly 12 a.m. near the 5300 block of Carmen Avenue.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Airfield improvements like better lighting and new wind cones earned SRQ a national award for safety.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • August 22, 2013
SRQ wins safety award

The FAA recognized Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport with a national award for safety.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rotary is still and has been a part of Sybil and Bill Porter's lives for 43 years.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 5, 2023
Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch combines good work and friendship

The club currently has 100 members and is looking to expand.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 27, 2011
Upset

The Lakewood Ranch High softball team defeated top-seeded Braden River 2-1 to capture its second-consecutive Class 4A-District 10 title April 22

  • East County
  • Sports
Visit Sarasota County coordinated with the Sarasota Sailing Squadron to attract the annual conference.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 17, 2016
Sarasota to host 2018 World Sailing Annual Conference

For the first time, sailing’s governing body will hold its annual meeting in the United States.

  • Sarasota
  • News
In his latest death-defying stunt, Nik Wallenda will traverse Longboat Key's power lines to celebrate the March referendum.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • March 30, 2016
Nik Wallenda plans power walk

In his latest death-defying stunt, Nik Wallenda will traverse Longboat Key's power lines to celebrate the March referendum.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Tony, Linda, Phil and Teri DeNiro
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • November 30, 2011
Scene & Heard

Sarasota cops keep drama all in the family; Art Center Sarasota has good taste in 'Material'; 'Butterfly' nets record sales at Sarasota Opera

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 30, 2009
Neal posts best numbers in company history

The Lakewood Ranch-based developer had 180 contracts signed through June. It's the best sales record in company history.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • February 20, 2019
Black tie is rolling out a new social app

Seal steals the show, Judi Gallagher rocks the runway and Emily Walsh brings back an iconic dress.

  • Black Tie
  • By David Conway and Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 19, 2014
City stakes claim to bus station land

As Sarasota County continues to evaluate the relocation of the downtown SCAT transfer station, the city announced its intent to buy the property back if the move is approved.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Melissa Kievman explores the new world of Nilo Cruz’s “Sotto Voce” in the old world Historic Asolo Theater.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • April 8, 2015
Melissa Kievman returns to the Historic Asolo Theater with 'Sotto Voce.'

Melissa Kievman returns to the Historic Asolo Theater with 'Sotto Voce.'

  • Arts + Culture
The NBP Dragons 200m premier/senior mixed 20 team (2) battles for position in a crowded field.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 26, 2019
Dragon boat festival rocks Nathan Benderson Park

The event gave those new to the sport a chance to shine.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 27, 2017
Selah Freedom brings light to the darkness with annual fashion show

The fourth annual A New Beginning fashion event was held at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center.

  • Black Tie
Sarasota County staff will hold a public meeting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the Siesta Key Chapel to gather input on a draft of the county’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • February 26, 2013
Siesta residents invited to open house on bike plan

Sarasota County staff will hold an open house at the Siesta Key Chapel Feb. 26, to gather community input on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 6, 2015
District 26 All-Stars swing for the fences

The Braden River and Lakewood Ranch Little League All-Star teams hit the field for their respective District 26 Little League All-Star tournaments, which began June 24 and ran through July 2.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 17, 2013
New Balance announces 5K run series

New Balance recently announced its new 5K run series, which kicks off Nov. 2.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • May 31, 2022
This Week in A+E: June 2-8

Comedy, improv and laser light shows are all on the schedule this week, and Sarasota will also have its usual heaping helping of art, music and theater.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 19, 2012
The Source opens thrift store

The Source Church will open its new thrift store at 11 a.m. today.

  • East County
  • News
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