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Blaze Belligan with Sarasota County Fire Station 11 prepped sample cups of their sweet chili.
  • By Carter Weinhofer
  • October 17, 2023
Fire departments bring heat to chili cook-off with unique recipes, booths
Brian Walton, new executive director of Save Our Seabirds, introduces himself to guests at For the Birds.
  • By Petra Rivera
  • October 16, 2023
Save Our Seabirds introduces new executive director at fundraising event
The 27th Annual Phil Galvano Golf Classic was held at the Longboat Key Club and Resort on Oct. 13.
  • By Petra Rivera
  • October 16, 2023
Phil Galvano Classic golf tournament fundraises for Manatee schools
With so many things to do at the Pumpkin Festival, almost 2-year-old Jameela Williams plays with a flag. Her family was traveling from Tampa back to Sunrise, so they made a pit stop at Hunsader Farms.
  • By Lesley Dwyer
  • October 15, 2023
Hunsader Pumpkin Festival opens for its 32nd year
Tom and Sherry Koski
  • By Observer Staff
  • October 15, 2023
Goodwill Manasota honors community ambassadors during annual luncheon
Braden Woods' Kathy Varsalona participates in Braden River Library's rock painting class. She's been painting rocks at home to hide in her neighborhood for the past year.
  • By Liz Ramos
  • October 15, 2023
Braden River Library hosts rock painting class for adults
Rams junior James Griffitts (20) wraps up a CAI ballcarrier.
  • By Ryan Kohn
  • October 14, 2023
Riverview High football loses to Clearwater Academy International on last-second score
Paula Ball, Sue Stokes, and President of The Friends, Pat Goemme
  • By Observer Staff
  • October 12, 2023
Friends of Sarasota Ballet kick off season with Meet Me at the Barre
Tampa's Madi Sparks won the Most Creative division of the costume contest at Barks and Boos with 13-year-old Daisy, who seemed to enjoy her perch in a popcorn machine.
  • By Jay Heater
  • October 11, 2023
UTC event at The Green features dogs in costume
Layla Collis and Hannah Noake, 10, hold a piglet.
  • By Ian Swaby
  • October 8, 2023
Annual Pumpkin Festival celebrates fall and supports the community
Although Lakewood Ranch 8-year-old Kenny Van Slyck, 3-year-old Carmela Van Slyck, 5-year-old Angelina Van Slyck and 6-year-old Vincent Van Slyck love seeing the first responder vehicles, they also love the free snacks.
  • By Liz Ramos
  • October 8, 2023
Safety Town teaches children about first responders in Lakewood Ranch
Del Webb's Valerie Heyer was diagnosed in 2011 with stage four sarcoma. She says it means a lot to her that the Del Webb Breast Cancer and Beyond Walk is supporting people who are impacted by all types of cancer.
  • By Liz Ramos
  • October 7, 2023
Del Webb hosts Breast Cancer and Beyond Walk in east Bradenton
Amy Cyr, Grant Rhea and Domine Clemons perform with The Brett Foreman Band.
  • By Ian Swaby
  • October 7, 2023
Fresh Fridays makes a comeback with 'Paint the Town Fresh'
ODA sophomore Allen Clark gets tripped by the Bell Creek defense after a positive gain.
  • By Ryan Kohn
  • October 7, 2023
ODA football falls to Bell Creek Academy at home
Cornerstone and Company serves craft cocktails including a spicy mango margarita.
  • By Lesley Dwyer
  • October 6, 2023
Ranch Nite Wednesdays returns to Waterside Place
John Skeen, a 105-year-old World War II veteran, is honored during "The Littlest Flag" reenactment Thursday in front of Lowe's in Creekwood Crossing. The event told the story of Skeen's 70th Infantry Division liberating Forbach, France.
  • By Jay Heater
  • October 5, 2023
A little flag flies high in Bradenton with World War II reenactment
Chris Sachs, Emily Walsh and Michael Garey
  • By Petra Rivera
  • October 2, 2023
Observer President Emily Walsh speaks at Kiwanis Club reception
Wendy Brandeis with Teddy
  • By Observer Staff
  • October 2, 2023
Unity of Sarasota celebrates the unconditional love of pets
Nicky,Parker and Steve Mayforth
  • By Observer Staff
  • October 1, 2023
Gilkey Fund hosts a magic moment
Sixth grader Ethan Burnstein loves how colorful the sixth grade peace themed golf cart is for the homecoming parade.
  • By Liz Ramos
  • September 30, 2023
Out-of-Door Academy celebrates with school's first homecoming parade
ODA running back Allen Clark raises the ball after scoring a touchdown against Santa Fe Catholic.
  • By Ryan Kohn
  • September 30, 2023
ODA football runs over Santa Fe Catholic
Jess Kruse is selected to be one of six assistants to help chef Angela Massaro-Fain at the Cooking for Charity event at Meals on Wheels-Plus Sept. 28.
  • By Jay Heater
  • September 29, 2023
Cooking event the right recipe for fundraising at Meals on Wheels Plus
Social Action Committee chair Susan Rosenbaum and Social Action Committee member Barbara Peltz with her husband Mark Peltz.
  • By Ian Swaby
  • September 26, 2023
Temple Emanu-El celebrates High Holy Days with food drive
Antigua residents Nicole and Robert Hildreth are new to the area and are considering joining the congregation at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church.
  • By Lesley Dwyer
  • September 24, 2023
Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice hosts gala at Lakewood Ranch church
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Latest News Photo Galleries

1
Blaze Belligan with Sarasota County Fire Station 11 prepped sample cups of their sweet chili.
  • October 17, 2023
Fire departments bring heat to chili cook-off with unique recipes, booths
2
Brian Walton, new executive director of Save Our Seabirds, introduces himself to guests at For the Birds.
  • October 16, 2023
Save Our Seabirds introduces new executive director at fundraising event
3
The 27th Annual Phil Galvano Golf Classic was held at the Longboat Key Club and Resort on Oct. 13.
  • October 16, 2023
Phil Galvano Classic golf tournament fundraises for Manatee schools
4
With so many things to do at the Pumpkin Festival, almost 2-year-old Jameela Williams plays with a flag. Her family was traveling from Tampa back to Sunrise, so they made a pit stop at Hunsader Farms.
  • October 15, 2023
Hunsader Pumpkin Festival opens for its 32nd year
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Tom and Sherry Koski
  • October 15, 2023
Goodwill Manasota honors community ambassadors during annual luncheon

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