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  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 5, 2019
Disaster experts urge Longboaters to learn from Hurricane Michael's devastation

Bay County's emergency management director says a lot of what happened in Mexico Beach in 2018 could happen here.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Adrian Moore |
  • August 8, 2019
The power and limits of home rule

In recent years the Florida Legislature has gone after home rule polices restricting guns, vacation rentals, plastic bags and tree ordinances, just to name a few. When is overriding home rule merited?

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Katie Johns and Brynn Mechem | Observer Staff |
  • April 18, 2019
Caregivers struggle to find balance between self care and responsibilities

Local caregivers share their obstacles, while experts weigh in on how to take care of yourself and a loved one.

  • Health
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 17, 2018
All in the family: Longboat Key family businesses share their stories

Longboat Key is home to multiple family businesses. We spoke with three of them to learn their history and why they chose Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 17, 2018
Drone company has sky-high business goals in Lakewood Ranch

Pilots hope drone business takes them to new heights.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 13, 2016
More than tweaking needed

Longboat neighborhood associations appear poised to go to court over the town’s underground assessments. It’ll be worth the effort to review the methodology.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • October 12, 2016
FST's Patrick A. Jackson on his love of storytelling

For Patrick A. Jackson, theater is about more than big stages and a spot in the limelight — it’s about having an impact through storytelling.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 16, 2017
Asolo Rep explores the world in 2017 - 2018 season

For the last five years, Asolo Repertory Theatre has explored the American character. In its 2017/2018 season, the theater is thinking globally.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • October 7, 2015
Shared Passion: A mother and daughter's pas de deux

Nevaeh McCarthy and her mother, Carla Burrell, found inspiration in the same dance program — 20 years apart.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • December 22, 2014
Unsung heroes

During this holiday season, Sarasota's arts institutions recognize the people and events that helped make their 2014 special.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 20, 2014
Letters to the Editor

The Observer's readers weigh in on local issues.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Otus |
  • November 20, 2013
Ask Otus: 'MOLTING: It's for the Birds'

Otus Rufous, an Eastern Screech-owl, was born on Siesta Key and is a full-time resident there. An avid hunter, accomplished vocalist and genuine night owl, Otus is a keen observer of our local wildlife and knows many of nature's secrets. Otus will answer your questions about our amazing wildlife, but only if you Ask Otusâ„¢.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 17, 2022
Drama Kids of Manasota celebrates 20 years of theater education

Tamara Solum looks back at 20 years of making a dramatic difference in the life of kids.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Eric Snider |
  • May 16, 2025
LWRMC chief nursing officer leads with empathy-first approach

An empathic and servant leader’s mindset — like the time she covered a shift on Christmas Eve — pushes Lakewood Ranch Medical Center's top-level nurse Judy Young to set up her team and community for success.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 27, 2025
Lakewood Ranch accountant's creativity adds up to fiction

W. Kenneth Tyler Jr. is an accountant by day and author by night.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • April 10, 2025
The 2025 prep softball and baseball stars of Sarasota

These players have been the best on the diamond this spring.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 12, 2024
Premier Sports Campus of Lakewood Ranch focuses on economic impact

Youth events are easier to land than professional ones and bring a sizable impact to the area, Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Executive Director Bureau Elliott Falcione says.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 5, 2025
Lakewood Ranch resident plans a new path

Event planning makes Peggy Kronus' heart happy, and now she's doing it for herself with a new business, PK Events & Services.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • August 6, 2025
East County Athlete of the Week: Emily Storm

The Lakewood Ranch High golfer has committed to play for Austin Peay.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • September 19, 2023
Sarasota arts educator Scott Keys starts his second act

Keys is directing "Ruthless" at The Sarasota Players and "Parade" at Manatee Players.

  • Arts + Culture
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