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Observer Staff
November 23, 2024

Shore to leave St. Armands Circle; Tommy Bahama to lease its space

Shore owners say flooding issues are prompting the brand to leave Sarasota.

Sarasota
Business

Ian Swaby
November 21, 2024

Son returns to operate plant-based coffee house his father founded

Simon's Coffee House, founded in 1991, has become a staple of plant-based dining in the Sarasota community.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Andrew Warfield
November 20, 2024

Piccolo to retire as SRQ CEO next year

After 30 years leading Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, a search firm has been contracted to recruit President and CEO Rick Piccolo's replacement.

Sarasota
Business

Monica Roman Gagnier
November 19, 2024

Circus Arts Conservatory co-founders step down

Pedro Reis and Dolly Jacobs are succeeded by 16-year veteran Jennifer Mitchell, who has been named president and CEO.

Arts + Culture

Petra Rivera
November 19, 2024

Coldwell Banker Realty reopens its St. Armands Circle office

The real estate office renovated to build in resiliency for the potential of future flooding on St. Armands Circle.

Longboat Key
Business

Lesley Dwyer
November 6, 2024

PopStroke at UTC in Sarasota just got a little cooler

Fans and misters were installed on the mini-golf courses, along with a few other upgrades.

East County
Business

Andrew Warfield
October 29, 2024

Exclusive restaurant, club coming to Sarasota

1000 NORTH, with a long list of celebrity partners, will bring its second private dining club concept to the BLVD Sarasota building.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Ian Swaby
October 25, 2024

Sarasota Chamber celebrates awards and honors at annual meeting

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual meeting on Oct. 25, celebrating the community's businesses and the theme of resilience.

Sarasota
Business

Observer Staff
October 25, 2024

Columbia Restaurant on St. Armands to reopen Oct. 26

Cha Cha Coconuts is also back after nearly a month of work to repair damage from hurricanes.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Ian Swaby
October 24, 2024

Siesta Key slowly comes back to life

Two weeks after Hurricane Milton hit Sarasota, business owners say there's still further to go before Siesta Key returns to normal, while patrons and the community continue to offer support.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
October 23, 2024

Art Center Sarasota executive director departs for national nonprofit

After helping revitalize Art Center Sarasota as executive director, Kinsey Robb now brings her experience to Art Dealers Association of America.

Arts + Culture

Ian Swaby, Petra Rivera, Emily Walsh
October 17, 2024

Businesses step up to offer meals to those in need

Amid the power outages and aftermath of Hurricane Milton, free hamburgers and hot dogs were on offer.

Sarasota
Business

Ian Swaby
October 16, 2024

Some Siesta Key restaurants reopen after Hurricane Milton

Amid the impacts of two successive hurricanes, a glimmer of business activity is emerging on Siesta Key.

Siesta Key
News

Elizabeth King
September 27, 2024

Popular Texas burger chain Whataburger seeks approval for Sarasota debut

Developers are proposing putting a Whataburger on the former Café Baci location on U.S. 41 in Sarasota.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Ian Swaby
September 20, 2024

East and west are on the same team at tailgate business expo

The Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance returned to last year's tailgate theme as it hosted its annual expo.

East County
Business

Observer Staff
September 19, 2024

Visit Sarasota County names three board members

Stacey Corley, Jason Samson and Heather Van Wie join the VSC board for two-year terms.

Sarasota
Business

Observer Staff
September 18, 2024

SRQ Strong names first executive director

Sarasota County School Board Member Tom Edwards will guide the nonprofit's transformation into a professional organization.

Sarasota
Business

Ian Swaby
September 16, 2024

Siesta Pokè brings its specialty to Siesta Key

The restaurant, opened Aug. 30, differentiates itself with a range of house-made sauces.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Ian Swaby
September 10, 2024

New Sarasota facility brings soccer training indoors

The Fitballer offers professional training for kids and adults.

Sarasota
Business

Observer Staff
September 7, 2024

Sarasota Chamber to host third Fall for Sarasota event

Business teams collaborate with local non-profits for three days of volunteer service.

Sarasota
Business

Ian Swaby
September 6, 2024

Sprouts Farmers Market now open in Sarasota

The supermarket chain offering natural, organic and gluten-free foods, is celebrating its grand opening Sept. 6-8.

Sarasota
Business

Observer Staff
August 14, 2024

GCCF makes three leadership changes

Changes include the promotion of Kelly Borgia to director of brand engagement.

Sarasota
Business

Jay Heater
August 6, 2024

Sarasota Toy Museum debuts Aug. 8 with thousands of vintage exhibits

Owner Richard Pierson has assembled toys representing more than 200 years of playtime history.

Sarasota
Business

Elizabeth King
July 27, 2024

Shuttered Sarasota window and door company faces complaints, investigations

"There was never intent to defraud or steal money," the owner of Sash & Sill says.

Sarasota
News

Ian Swaby
July 25, 2024

Guitar shop sells instruments with unique histories

Musician Aric Paul's retail space, Divergent Guitar, brings together rare guitars with legacies in Sarasota's Rosemary District.

Sarasota
Business

Elizabeth King
July 13, 2024

Furniture showroom with wine bar coming to UTC

City Furniture will open a 120,000-square-foot showroom complete with a cafe and bar off University Parkway.

East County
Business

Observer Staff
July 12, 2024

Selby Gardens adds three members to board of trustees

Ali Bahaj, retired chairman and CEO of Caterpillar Japan; Tervis CEO Hosana Fieber; and Richard Sandor, chairman and CEO of Environmental Financial Products, will each serve a three-year term on the board.