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By Marty Fugate |
May 15, 2019

Florida Studio Theatre unveils the stages of summer

Florida Studio Theater turns up the heat with a cool selection of summertime shows.

Arts + Culture

By Carter Weinhofer |
December 2, 2024

How can the Sarasota area change course for future hurricane adaptation?

Local climate expert Bob Bunting, CEO of the Climate Adaptation Center, weighs in on what the Sarasota region could do to be more proactive about more frequent storms.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
February 8, 2024

Selby Gardens' new restaurant will source produce from rooftop

The Green Orchid by Michael's On East, said to be the world’s first net-positive energy restaurant, will open to the public in February.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
January 14, 2026

Prescribed burns are a hot topic in Manatee County

The county's burn team set fire to 13,950 acres of preserves last year to safeguard residents and wildlife.

East County
News

By Su Byron |
May 19, 2022

The best day trips from the Sarasota-Bradenton area

These locales offer an action-packed itinerary for a quick getaway, just a short drive away.

East County
Neighbors

By Randi Donahue |
November 21, 2019

Main Street Lakewood Ranch offers a diverse selection to please all palates

No need for Ranchers to leave the country — or the county — to get their fix of international cuisine.

LWR Life

By Scott Lockwood |
October 8, 2021

The Pickleball Club set to break ground near Lakewood Ranch

The Pickleball Club will offer East County players an indoor option.

East County
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
January 30, 2023

Trash to Treasure sale is a Longboat Key tradition

The annual Trash to Treasure Sale was held in the clubhouse of the Gulfshore mobile home park on Saturday.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Nat Kaemmerer |
January 29, 2021

Prayer shawl ministry knits a community together

A ministry at Christ Church of Longboat Key brings people together for knitting and socialization.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jen Blanco |
April 19, 2010

Prep Scoreboard

Scores and highlights from the week of April 12-17.

East County
Sports

By Molly Schechter |
June 1, 2011

Edibles: Lee Roy Selmon's: 'more than barbecue'

While its signature dishes include the likes of pulled pork, Mama's meatloaf and wings, the menu at Lee Roy Selmon's is unusually broad.

Arts + Culture

By Robin Roy |
January 6, 2011

Bartolotta yields higher grades in evaluation

Three of five commissioners said the city manager met or exceeded all expectations, while one commissioner felt Bob Bartolotta came in below expectations in 11 of 19 job-related categories.

Sarasota
News

By Molly Schechter |
April 6, 2011

Edibles: Kumquats are the surprising little fruit

The first and most obvious surprise of the kumquat is its taste.

Arts + Culture

By Observer Staff |
February 13, 2013

Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

East County
Cops Corner

By Amelia Hanks |
October 17, 2018

Sweat it out, chill it down in Sarasota

Purify an Urban Sweat Lodge and CryoXL at Hydr8 show the way in trends to boost your health by sweating or chilling your body. Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, businesses.