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  • By Lesley Dwyer, Lauren Tronstad and Eric Garwood |
  • September 26, 2022
Longboaters ordered to evacuate

Hurricane Ian's threat to the island prompts the order to head to the mainland.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 23, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre's 'Peter Pan' stands test of time with steampunk twist

FST adopted an industrial look and intimate cast for its version of "Peter Pan," but the story remains untouched.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 2, 2014
Our view: We were 'phished'

Until it happens to you, your tendency is to live in denial and complacency.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 6, 2024
Stewards help protect nesting shorebirds from threats

With nesting season in full effect, the Sarasota shorebird steward coordinator explains how volunteers can protect the vulnerable birds.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • June 16, 2025
'Dames at Sea' director makes a splash at Florida Studio Theatre

Former theater kid Ben Liebert has directed eight shows in the past year at FST.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 31, 2024
How to attract more health care practitioners

Florida needs thousands more doctors, nurses and mental health specialists. The Legislature wants to attract them by paying their medical school loans and making it easier to get a license.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Katie Johns |
  • May 16, 2018
Beat the heat with local summer camps

From sailing to science, local summer camps have offerings for everyone.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • December 4, 2013
Holiday Hot Tickets

Whether you've been naughty or nice, here's a list of holiday-themed arts events that will help you count down the days until Christmas.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 13, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, March 14

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment calendar events taking place this week in Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota and Venice.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 7, 2022
Siesta residents begin gathering data from canal project

Mini reefs and oyster gardens are intended to attract the kind of marine life that will naturally cleanse the water.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 10, 2021
Town to consider ballot requests for density changes

On May 18, commissioners are set to consider three referendums.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 21, 2022
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Addison Dempsey

The Cardinal Mooney High junior finished sixth (18:24.09) in the Elite Girls division of the North Port XC Invitational, held Sept. 16-17.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 9, 2021
Paradise Center plans for socially distanced gala

The center will host a silent auction in its rec room.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 24, 2009
Town engineer finds roundabout flaws

The town manager received permission to spend $25,000 for a consultant to combat the city of Sarasota's roundabout proposal earlier this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 22, 2010
Candidates tangle at Tiger Bay

Four County Commission candidates fielded questions on the county's biggest challenges and Amendment 4.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Anthony Paull |
  • August 13, 2012
Midler serves INDIE-licious alternative radio

Midler serves INDIE-licious alternative radio

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 21, 2012
Big Water gets big boost from tourists

Scott Dolan went from owning and managing the clubhouse at Bobby Jones Golf Course to owning the only fish market on Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 22, 2012
Lakewood Ranch High grappler returns to states

Lakewood High junior Blake Riley-Hawkins competed in the Class 2A state wrestling tournament for a second season, finishing 2-2 in the 132-pound weight class.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • January 25, 2012
BACKSTAGE PASS: The right direction

Jim Weaver isn't afraid to relinquish control. The director of the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 'A Raisin in the Sun' explains why he loves calling the shots and eventually letting go.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 9, 2011
Mustang QB ready for playoffs

After missing an entire season due to injury, Lakewood Ranch High's Jeren Kowalewski has thrown for more than 1,300 yards and 11 touchdowns, leading the Mustangs back to the playoffs.

  • East County
  • Sports
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