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The jail and surrounding facilities will be getting a much-needed upgrade to its central energy plant.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • February 15, 2018
County jail to get infrastructure upgrades

The County Commission approved the eventual construction of a new $14 million central energy plant on top of the Sarasota County Parking Garage.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kim McAninch
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • June 8, 2020
Artist Kim McAninch is learning how to bring her art to Longboat Key

The artist recently decided to buy a home on the Key and takes inspiration from its coast.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Brian Will has assumed title of Sarasota Yacht Club's new Commodore. Courtesy Photo Emma Dodge.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 2, 2021
Yacht club's new commodore flies high

Brian Will's career included fighter jets, airliners and a love of the sea.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 20, 2018
Cops Corner: Sarasota 9.20.18

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • July 23, 2018
Goodwill throws birthday bash for Children's Guardian Fund

The Celebrate You Speakeasy was hosted July 23 at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing.

  • Black Tie
The spacious great room has a coastal feeling, with French doors opening onto the pool area. The stairway at left leads to two guest bedrooms, each with an en suite bath.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • February 20, 2020
Custom-made

Architect Clifford Scholz creates the perfect home for a Lakewood Ranch couple.

  • LWR Life
Verier-Dunn says she’s excited to not only work in the studio but give talks about movement and the artistic process in museum classrooms. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 24, 2018
Moving Ethos dance company gets a home for expression at The Ringling

The contemporary dance group will kick off its new residency with The Ringling at Ringling Underground Nov. 1.

  • Arts + Culture
Abandoned boxcars have been left on the railroad track that goes through Shade Avenue.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • April 7, 2011
BOXCAR BATTLE

Fearing they're an invitation for trouble, residents are trying to get a railroad company to move about two-dozen railcars that have been parked in between two Sarasota communities.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Abandoned boxcars have been left on the railroad track that goes through Shade Avenue.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • April 7, 2011
BOXCAR BATTLE

Fearing they're an invitation for trouble, residents are trying to get a railroad company to move about two-dozen railcars that have been parked in between two Sarasota communities.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Daily updates on Hurricane Irma, including forecast projects and sand bag distribution centers, were among the most-viewed stories ever on yourobserver.com.
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • December 28, 2017
Digital year in review

The Observer stayed busy online in 2017, bringing you content that was only available through the web.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Residents both in support of Walmart and opposed to the supercenter spoke before the City Commission.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • February 26, 2013
In 3-2 vote, Sarasota Commissioners deny Ringling Walmart

Commissioners Terry Turner, Shannon Snyder and Vice-Mayor Willie Shaw voted against the Walmart and in support of the appeal that was filed by residents Nov. 25.

  • Sarasota
  • News
County staff installed a WaterGoat in Whitaker Bayou.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 21, 2020
County installs WaterGoats to collect trash in waterways

The floating devices will help keep trash from entering Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Manatee County Commission Chairwoman Betsy Benac and her fellow Manatee County commissioners extended the county's "state of local emergency."
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 24, 2020
Manatee County expected to get 'drive-thru' COVID-19 testing this week

Manatee County commissioners extend 'state of local emergency' due to coronavirus.

  • East County
  • News
Downtown leaders are discussing spending more to promote the availability of outdoor dining space, curbside pickup and more to attract customers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 3, 2020
Downtown stakeholders seek increased business activity

A group of downtown property owners is considering spending more on advertising in hopes of offsetting the effects of COVID-19.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Daniel Heath gets his new badge from wife, Kaia Heath. Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • September 19, 2018
Proud promotion

Longboat Key Fire Rescue firefighter and paramedic Daniel Heath was promoted to lieutenant on Sept. 13.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Although Gotcha characterized its vehicular transit service as successful, it decided to terminate operations effective today after the city selected another vendor to operate a bike-share program.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 15, 2019
City selects bike share operator

As the city of Sarasota pursues a bike rental partnership, the transportation service Gotcha announced it will end operations effective immediately.

  • Sarasota
  • News
380 Bunker Hill, Osprey
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • February 27, 2013
3 Things: What $1 Million Buys in Sarasota

One million dollars is a pretty impressive price point, even in the rarefied world of Sarasota real estate. For that kind of money, expect to find something special. Size does matter, but not as much as style, luxury and a premium location. Here's a selection of homes priced at or near the $1 million mark. Each residence exemplifies the options currently available for affluent buyers.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Siesta Beach is the number 6 beach in the United States, according to USA Today.
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • August 1, 2019
No time to lose: Must do places to visit before summer is over

With the kids or without, here are five must-experience destinations for summer vacation in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Tonight's meeting takes place at 7 p.m. at Longboat Key Town Hall
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 2, 2012
Commission to set maximum millage rate

Town Manager David Bullock has recommended a 1.8872 millage rate for the upcoming fiscal year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 19, 2019
Key Notes: 'Siesta Key' Season 2, Episode 6

The tears flowed as much as the alcohol on this week's episode.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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