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  • By Jim DeLa |
  • November 22, 2024
Sarasota High lockdown blamed on nearby construction

Sarasota High was on a brief lockdown Friday, which was apparently a false alarm.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 25, 2024
Sarasota Sheriff's Office arrests 10 in cocaine ring bust

The Sarasota County Special Investigations Section arrested and charged 10 suspects following a monthslong narcotics investigation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Su Byron |
  • August 21, 2025
Myakka City is known for its rural nature — and its salt-of-the-earth people

In a place where cowboy hats outnumber stoplights, three locals live by the rhythm of the land.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 30, 2015
It's a private-sector project

Sarasota is an ideal place to have a conference center. But not so ideal is the idea to fund one with tax subsidies. If it’s such a great deal, the private sector should do it.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • June 11, 2021
Longboat Key dads provide paternal wisdom ahead of Father's Day

The simple question of "What makes a good dad in today's world?" resonated with local dads.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 23, 2022
Former Sarasota High baseball star was a key piece of Florida State's bullpen in 2022

Conner Whittaker held a 2.48 ERA over 36.1 innings as a freshman at FSU. He thanks his high school coaches for making his transition to college ball a smooth one.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 17, 2011
Grading the governor

Gov. Rick Scott is nothing if not bold in the face of withering opposition. So here's a grading of Scott's first 10 weeks in office.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • March 2, 2011
Bozo behavior

Lynda Lilley has rocked white face paint and size 14 sneakers for three decades. The free-spirited "granny clown" explains why she'll never hang up her red nose.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 19, 2019
Darker tones make 'Sound of Music' a complex composition

Josh Rhodes reimagines the classic musical in a bold, inventive Asolo Rep production. It’s joyful and uplifting. But it’s not all sweetness and light.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 3, 2018
Thunder basketball rolls with new coaches

Both the boys and girls programs at ODA will feature new leaders this season

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 15, 2019
Binge Blog: Moving on and moving out

In this week's Binge Blog, the "time loop" genre gets a twist in Netflix's "Russian Doll" (Natasha Lyonne), and a child actor steals the show in Amazon Prime Video's "The Florida Project" (Brooklynn Prince, Willem Dafoe).

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 20, 2019
Violinist Mariela Shaker to share survivor's song at Church of the Redeemer

Syrian refugee Mariela Shaker uses her violin to spread awareness and a message of respect.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By David Conway |
  • June 15, 2017
United We Stand: Downtown groups discuss joint marketing campaign

Historically, it's been hard to get downtown groups to work together — but now, they’re trying to establish a clearer identity for the area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • July 24, 2013
'Any Dream Will Do'

Hannah Swain spent two years in a hospital bed with a life-threatening form of leukemia. Now that she's a survivor, she has a message to share.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 13, 2021
Native American Art & Music Festival brings culture to Sarasota

Various vendors showcased their Native American wares at the Sarasota Fairgrounds.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 20, 2009
It's read (online) everywhere

It's read (online) everywhere

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 6, 2011
Some bunny gets a special blessing

St. Wilifred Episcopal Church has a long-standing tradition of celebrating the feast of St. Francis with a Blessing of the Animals.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 24, 2013
Ospreys get a new home on Key

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation asked Florida Power & Light to move an osprey nest from an FPL pole.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • March 27, 2013
Highlights: High-flying daredevil children swing into the center ring

Sailor Circus presents its 64th annual Spring Show beginning Thursday, March 28 and running through April 6, at the Sailor Circus arena. Deemed "The Greatest 'Little' Show on Earth," these elementary- to high-school students' talent is anything but small. Step right up and get your tickets, which are $16 for adults and $12 for children. Call 366-0156 for more information.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Katie Johns |
  • March 14, 2018
You Observed: Bird Key takes in Westcoast Black Theater Troupe performance

On March 3, the Westcoast Black Theater Troupe brought their talents to the club.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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