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By Andrew Warfield |
July 15, 2026

Downtown business owners rail against revised paid parking rules

Only five days after it was implemented, two downtown Sarasota business owners prompt City Commission to reexamine overhauled paid parking program.

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By Eric Garwood |
July 8, 2026

Manatee teen charged in Sarasota homicide

An 18-year-old man was found bleeding near downtown around 12:30 a.m. July 7.

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By Andrew Warfield |
July 9, 2026

Coffee cart brews up downtown food truck expansion proposal

A local business and a mobile beverage vendor teamed up to press for the expansion of food truck use into the Downtown Bayfront zone district.

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By Ian Swaby |
July 5, 2026

All-American Cookout dazzles with bubbles and food

The Fourth of July All-American Cookout brought back Blaise Ryndes of Spheres Bubble Show as attendees enjoyed a patriotic celebration.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
July 13, 2026

Selby Gardens announces collaboration with former Sarasota Opera maestro

Victor De Renzi will bring his creative vision to the living museum for the spring 2027 season.

Arts + Culture

By Andrew Warfield |
July 2, 2026

City to mull food trucks in downtown zone district

In its first meeting since new City Manager Karie Friling arrived a month ago, the City Commission returns with a proposal to allow food trucks in the Downtown Bayfront zone district, as well as other business.

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By Andrew Warfield |
July 15, 2026

Burying power lines on barrier islands tops City Commission agenda

The Monday, July 20 meeting of the Sarasota City Commission includes approving a bid to assess the feasibility of putting utilities underground on St. Armands and Lido keys.

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By Observer Staff |
July 7, 2026

Proceeds from The Exchange sales aid 50 groups, students

An overall total of $500,000 was distributed in grants and scholarships.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
July 2, 2026

City parking changes are now in effect

The city of Sarasota has expanded hours of parking enforcement and increased fines for violations.

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By Andrew Warfield |
July 3, 2026

1899 Fruitville apartment development advances

The Sarasota Development Review Committee has granted partial sign-off on an apartment project to remake a block between Fruitville Road and Fourth Street.

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By Andrew Warfield |
June 30, 2026

New circuit court storage records facility advances

A proposed new Clerk of Circuit Court records storage facility is advancing to the City Commission with unanimous recommendations of approval to rezone and vacate an alley right of way.

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By Carlin Gillen |
June 28, 2026

Hot Dog Day brings pups to downtown Sarasota

Hamlet's Eatery and The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime celebrated National Hot Dog Day with food, music and furry friends.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Eric Garwood |
July 13, 2026

Executive director to leave Library Foundation

The Sarasota County organization raises private funding to augment tax dollars.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
July 10, 2026

Sarasota history on display for semiquincentennial

"Echoes of Sarasota" Cultural Heritage Exhibition is now on display at City Hall and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Tina Ciaccio | Michael Saunders & Company |
July 9, 2026

For Sale: 3809 Founders Club Drive, Sarasota

Commanding breathtaking sunset golf and lake views, this extraordinary estate embodies timeless luxury and resort-style living in the prestigious Founders Club.