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By Jack Nelson |
May 13, 2026

Uphill climb coming for Booker football

After graduating the most talented class in program history, the Tornadoes will have to build back this fall.

Sarasota
Sports

By Lesley Dwyer |
December 21, 2023

East County cooks share their favorite holiday recipes

Lakewood Ranch and east Bradenton residents' recipes mix tradition and love to make the holiday season special.

East County
Neighbors

By Mark Bergin |
October 4, 2021

Buttonwood Harbour referendum vote set for Nov. 2

Brista Homes founder and President Mark Ursini is proposing developments for the Buttonwood Harbour neighborhood, but some residents want drainage issues addressed first.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 15, 2023

Red tide puts strain on local kayak businesses

Local tour guide Darrell Poole's video shot from Ted Sperling Park has reached 3.2 million views on TikTok.

Longboat Key
News

By Spencer Fordin |
April 5, 2022

This Week in A+E: April 7-13

Master classical musicians, crooners, comedians and an illusionist fill Sarasota venues for a week of action and fun.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Observer Staff |
March 4, 2010

Our View: Our 'in-the-margin' governor

"Government in the margins" certainly makes it easier to get elected or re-elected, but it does little to address what should be addressed.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Pam Eubanks |
January 2, 2013

Looking ahead: Sports Tourism

Joe Pickett, who heads up the Braden Area Sports Commission, says he expects lacrosse to be the area's fastest-growing sport, with the area becoming a 'hub' for the sport within the next five years.

East County
Sports

By Observer Staff |
March 7, 2013

Our View: We recommend ...

Sarasota city voters, this is your time. Next Tuesday's City Commission election is a historical tipping point.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Ryan Kohn |
November 1, 2019

Cringe Blog: I'm not what you think I am

"Spring" and "Pan's Labyrinth" are this week's picks.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

By Niki Kottmann |
September 19, 2018

This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Sept. 20

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment events happening this week in Sarasota and Venice.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Matt Walsh |
December 27, 2018

Give Rick Scott his due

Scott’s ‘relentless discipline’ was crucial to his winning four races and leading Florida’s economic turnaround.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Niki Kottmann |
September 11, 2019

Painter Christina Cook Lee works on the principle that home is where the art is

Unlike most artists, painter Christina Cook Lee often sells her work to temporary decorate homes.

Arts + Culture

By Observer Staff |
February 15, 2019

Gerri Aaron leaves legacy of giving, humanity

Gerri Aaron, noted Sarasota area philanthropist, died Feb. 14. Services will be held 10 a.m. Sunday at Temple Emanu El.

Sarasota
News

By Niki Kottmann |
March 30, 2018

This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, April 5

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Jay Heater |
March 10, 2025

It's never the same old story for Books for Kids

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch program continues to grow in Manatee schools.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
August 7, 2025

Former Sarasota deputy goes global in providing wheelchairs to animals

When John Cox founded Ruck9, he was hoping to help a few dogs to walk again, but his mission has encompassed animals around the world, from geese to skunks.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
December 12, 2023

Lakewood Ranch architect retires after 43 years

From Main Street restaurants to Tidewell Hospice House to R.E. Crawford Construction headquarters, Douglas Whitney has made his mark on Lakewood Ranch.