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By Ryan Kohn |
October 14, 2022

Lakewood Ranch teen is one of six female youth hockey officials in Florida

Shannon Boyce, 15, is the youngest official refereeing at Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex.

East County
Sports

By Marty Fugate |
April 12, 2017

Theater review: 'The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity'

“The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity” wrestles with stereotypes and authenticity at the Asolo Rep.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

By Guest Author |
November 23, 2018

Holiday spirits

These five East County cocktails will keep you merry and bright all season long.

LWR Life

By Cassidy Alexander |
February 8, 2018

Sarasota County Schools receiving security upgrades

As Sarasota County Schools begins a $21 million effort to improve security at schools, officials must overcome unique challenges to keep students safe.

Sarasota
News

By David Conway |
July 9, 2015

Conversation with Pat Robinson

The Sarasota Police Department's new deputy chief talks about his local roots, the evolution of the department and his relationship with the chief.

Sarasota
News

By Harry Sayer |
January 7, 2022

Local AV expert feels optimistic about black tie future

Brent Greeno has been working audio and visual systems in Sarasota's social scene for 20 years.

Black Tie

By Observer Staff |
December 24, 2023

2023: Best of Black Tie

It was a year filled with the three F's: fun, fashion and fundraising. Here are some of our favorite moments from the area’s social scene in 2023.

Black Tie

By Ryan Kohn |
October 12, 2023

Baltimore Orioles show off long-term plan in 2023

The team might make a fast exit from the postseason — but this year is only the beginning.

Sarasota
Sports

By Madison Bierl |
July 9, 2025

LWR Girls Who Walk creates a sense of community through fitness

The Lakewood Ranch club began in March and has 140 members.

East County
Neighbors

By Nat Kaemmerer |
February 8, 2021

Longboat Key couple lends a helping vaccine hand

The Steeles can't promise the world, but they try to help friends and neighbors get vaccinated.

Longboat Key
News

By Nat Kaemmerer |
March 8, 2021

Longboat Key artist Barbara Harrison is bringing it all together

As Harrison continues with her art and yoga, she's continuing the threads of her childhood dreams.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Eric Garwood |
January 8, 2020

14 projects make up New Pass Bridge summer rehab

FDOT plans Jan. 16 event to answer questions about renovations planned for the bridge in summer 2020.

Longboat Key
News

By Alex Mahadevan |
June 16, 2016

Report: Longboat wastewater pipe has longer lifespan

The island’s sole sewage forcemain to Manatee County has at least 20 more years of use, according to a study.

Longboat Key
News

By Kurt Schultheis |
January 20, 2016

The $33.07 million lesson

With just 86 students enrolled in Sarasota and Manatee county schools, Longboat Key taxpayers pay a hefty bill for education.

Longboat Key
News

By Jay Heater |
March 9, 2017

Lakewood Ranch Community Activities hires new director

Business whiz talks about new challenge in nonprofit sector.

East County
News

By Pam Eubanks |
March 29, 2017

Rosedale golf tourney makes Top 10 list of fundraisers for national organization

Golf tournament on track for $60,000 for military hero.

East County
News

By Jen Blanco |
September 11, 2014

Rising Star

ODA fourth-grader James Gelvin won the boys 9s doubles title at the 3rd annual Little Mo Internationals-Forest Hills Aug. 24 through Aug. 30, at the West Side Tennis Club in Forest Hills, N.Y.