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  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 2, 2025
Beachside artist retreat offers to buy property from Sarasota County

Ten months after Hurricane Milton, Hermitage Artist Retreat awaits Sarasota County to repair several buildings; makes bid to purchase the county-owned property and complete restoration.

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  • By Madison Bierl |
  • February 3, 2026
Two Lakewood Ranch residents honored with Spirit of Manatee awards

Zoe Lander and Mary Glass will be honored at the Spirit of Manatee — The Celebration of Philanthropy event on March 25.

  • East County
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  • By Jack Nelson |
  • April 1, 2026
March Mayhem fundraiser in Lakewood Ranch benefits pediatric cancer research

Dick Vitale, a four-time cancer survivor, hosted the event at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • December 25, 2024
For Sarasota arts groups, 2024 was the year of fancy footwork

Cultural institutions showed agility as they dealt with everything from grants cuts to hurricanes.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Emily Leinfuss |
  • February 17, 2023
Need a break? Here are some Lakewood Ranch spots for a quick respite

Hurrying through life is a great way to miss it. Lakewood Ranch is packed with beautiful reasons to slow down.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 1, 2012
Letters to the Editor

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  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 16, 2011
East County invites you to feast

Last year, the East County Observer brought you a selection of Thanksgiving recipes from some of our area's best chefs. This year, we've done it again.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 30, 2019
Sarasota year in review 2019

From the serious to the whimsical, a lot happened in the past year.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 30, 2019
Key Notes: 'Siesta Key' Season 2, Episode 3 Recap

This week on "Siesta Key," both alcohol and tears were flowing (as per usual honestly).

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 28, 2016
Single mom's battle for vision offers an inspiring sight

Greenbrook woman wages marathon struggle against Usher syndrome.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 21, 2013
The Bridge: Signature sight

The John Ringling Causeway Bridge has become a Sarasota landmark in 10 years time - but has it fixed traffic woes and emergency access?

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 27, 2025
Former Sarasota mayor recalls family's history of military service

Willie Shaw's father, Wade C. Shaw, was a World War II veteran, and the history goes back further.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • March 19, 2025
O'Mariah Gordon ready for final March Madness test with FSU

The former Braden River High star has been a key to the Seminoles being the second-highest scoring team in the nation.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • August 20, 2025
Superintendent finalists share their goals for Manatee County School District

Laurie Breslin and Misty Mathis spent Aug. 18 being interviewed by the school board and meeting with community members.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 8, 2024
Longboaters share their Hurricane Helene stories

Residents recount where they were when the hurricane hit and how it impacted their lives.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • June 21, 2023
Local artist creates a candy-colored world

Niki Butcher has emerged from the shadow of her husband, photographer Clyde Butcher, with a book capturing her pastel-hued work.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 7, 2023
The best things to do around Sarasota for Feb. 9-16

The top events to enjoy in the Sarasota-Manatee arts and entertainment scene this week.

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  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • January 28, 2022
Sarasota Opera celebrates 40th year of apprentice program

An opera singer's career can take decades to flourish, and the Sarasota Opera has been providing apprentices with a springboard for 40 years.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 29, 2009
Our View

Nine fallacies of Obamacare

  • East County
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  • By Klint Lowry |
  • February 26, 2020
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Feb. 27

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

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