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  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • June 9, 2025
Local paddlers to represent Team USA in dragon boat championships

Twenty-two athletes who train at Nathan Benderson Park will race in the IDBF World Championships.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 28, 2026
Swan's cygnets hatch on Longboat Key

Caretakers are closely monitoring the days-old hatchlings and proud parents.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • May 12, 2026
Sarasota artist travels the globe painting outdoors

With his studio in The Landings, Vladislav Yeliseyev's world knows no boundaries.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 19, 2025
This Publix bakery staple has been creating confectionary delights for 20 years

Sara Stone is nearing her 20-year anniversary of doing some edible, yet mostly behind the scenes, work: creating and baking some of Lakewood Ranch's tastiest cakes.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 21, 2009
Key Club makes its case

If the town of Longboat Key rejects the Longboat Key Club and Resort’s proposed $400 million Islandside redevelopment and expansion, the club’s property will deteriorate, property values Key-wide will fall and jobs and businesses will continue to contract.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 29, 2010
Our View

2050 plan: economic death

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • July 26, 2022
Selby Gardens tackles the art of floral photography

For decades, photography lagged behind other art forms in depicting the flower. But now it reigns supreme.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 30, 2009
Braden River Pirates honor Coach Garrity

Prior to the start of Braden River's district opener versus Bayshore Sept. 25, the school's Athletic Booster Club dedicated a memorial tribute in memory of the Pirates' beloved coach.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Guest Author |
  • February 20, 2020
Rock of Ages

Forget going quietly into retirement. The members of Lakewood Ranch’s Blue Pelicans are ready to rock their golden years.

  • LWR Life
  • By Mark Gordon | Contributor |
  • May 14, 2018
Out of the weeds

A local company aims to deliver a big dose of top-notch service to the nascent medical marijuana industry.

  • LWR Life
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • December 31, 2013
Black Tie Events to Attend in 2014

Mark your calendars, because 2014 is jam-packed with events you absolutely must attend! From fashion shows to famous comedians, masquerade balls and nights in the Rainbow Room, there's a good cause to be celebrated all season long. Buy your tickets and tables, plan your outfits and get ready to have a blast while supporting local charities.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • June 26, 2024
Jack Dowd's 'Last Call' gets another round at Ringling College

The life-sized installation of a mythical New York City tavern was last seen in Sarasota in 2001.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 18, 2023
Braden River High JV soccer players fight cancer to retake the field

Landen Chandler and Nicolas Dieter continue to play the sport they love while undergoing treatment for medical conditions.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 8, 2026
Parrish resident writes musical about a spiritual awakening on Siesta Key

Inspired by the beauty of Siesta Key, musician Cynthia Jordan has penned a musical set on the island.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • January 13, 2026
Ryan Neuzil's success is a case study in hard work

The Atlanta Falcons center and Braden River High graduate earned the right to be a full-time NFL starter — and proved he belongs.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 23, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for April 25 to May 1

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 19, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Dec. 21-27

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 13, 2021
Longboat Key Historical Society cottage moves to Town Center site

The cottage was among the original structures of Whitney’s Beach Resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • August 24, 2021
Art community forms in Rosemary District studio

Emerging artists showcase creations at the Zero Empty Spaces studio.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • April 13, 2011
Class project

The 2010-11 class of the Leadership Sarasota Adult Program have spent more than 1,000 volunteer hours rebuilding, refurbishing and bringing awareness to the mission of Save Our Seabirds.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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