News

Eric Snider
March 28, 2025

Two brothers clean up Sarasota's waterways — one oyster shell at a time

Oyster shells can create habitat for all kinds of water-cleansing critters. Two brothers — both under 30 — have made it their mission to spread them far and wide.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
March 27, 2025

Sarasota County issues burn ban

Because of local drought conditions and an increased chance of fire hazards, Sarasota County has issued a countywide burn ban.

Sarasota
News

Jay Heater
March 27, 2025

L.L. Bean sees exciting new market as it opens at UTC

The store at 111 North Cattlemen Road in the University Town Center of Sarasota will be L.L. Bean's first Florida location.

East County
Business

Carter Weinhofer
March 27, 2025

Gulf of Mexico Drive reopens after accident in construction area

The road was temporarily closed near Sloop Lane due to a two-vehicle accident that occurred around 5:15 a.m. on Thursday.

Longboat Key
News

Andrew Warfield
March 27, 2025

Sarasota Sailing Squadron makes big plans for growth

As the Sarasota Sailing Squadron faces hurricane damage repairs and builds a new youth sailing education facility, the city of Sarasota is extending the organization a longer lease on life.

Sarasota
News

Andrew Warfield
March 27, 2025

Sarasota EDC adapts to county funding cut

The Economic Development Corp. of Sarasota County is responding to the business tax elimination by employing greater efficiencies.

Sarasota
News

Eric Snider
March 27, 2025

Siesta Key Chamber gets back to business in its new office

An all-in-this-together mindset is prevalent at the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce as it, and the community, gets back to business after the storms of 2024.

Siesta Key
News

Beth Luberecki
March 27, 2025

Sea turtles have a successful season

Sea turtles love our area as much as people do — but they need a little help from their human friends.

Longboat Key
News

Louis Llovio
March 27, 2025

Why $30 million listings have come to our area, and why they're here to stay

The high-end waterfront market in the area is getting pricier and pricier, with multiple homes listed for $10 million and up. A few top $20 million — and even a few more are hitting $30 million.

Sarasota
News

Andrew Warfield
March 26, 2025

Sarasota crime rate drops 40% in two years

Police Chief Rex Troche attributes the downward trend in overall crime — a reduction of 22.2% in 2024, not including the homicides — to continued advancements in using technology.

Sarasota
News

Ian Swaby
March 26, 2025

Sugar Champagne Bar prepares for Friday opening

The luxury reservation-only bar, with a minimum tab of $150, will hold its grand opening Friday, March 28 in downtown Sarasota.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Carter Weinhofer
March 26, 2025

Susan Phillips leaves behind a legacy of dedication to Longboat Key

Phillips spent 27 years taking on a heap of responsibilities as the town manager's assistant and has the stories to prove it.

Longboat Key
News

Andrew Warfield
March 26, 2025

Kolter declines Quay developer's overture for park space

The developer of One Park extended an offer to give Block 9 in The Quay to the city if Kolter Urban would donate a connecting portion of the Hyatt redevelopment site.

Sarasota
News

Eric Garwood
March 26, 2025

FEMA offers tips to prevent flooding

Experts will answer questions at Lowe's in Creekwood Crossing.

East County
News

Carter Weinhofer
March 26, 2025

FDOT to assume larger responsibility for Broadway Roundabout project

The Florida Department of Transportation agreed to manage the project for the town of Longboat Key to get the Broadway Roundabout underway after a series of previous delays and hurdles.

Longboat Key
News

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