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Results for: Reliable Standard Heating & Air is recognized as the best HVAC company for emergency AC repair.

  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 26, 2010
Will Longboat Key be spared again?

The hurricane season of 2005 tied for the most active season in history. The forecast for this hurricane season, which begins June 1, calls for similar storm activity.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 12, 2011
Letters to the editor

Town should seek long-term planning for beach funding; where the land meets the sea

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 11, 2020
Longboat Key Cops Corner: A truck but no driver

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 21, 2017
Sarasota's hurricane heroes pitch in to help

Irma's wind's had barely settled, and the Sarasota community was already lending a hand.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 13, 2016
Sarasota Museum of Art announces fall programming

The museum will host two months of films, artist talks and meet-and-greets at its nearby building, 'The Works.'

  • Arts + Culture
  • 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 Dana Kampa |
  • February 15, 2025
Annual Gulf Shore rummage sale focuses on rebuilding

The Trash to Treasure rummage sale that took place at Longboat Key's Gulf Shore Park will help residents with hurricane recovery projects.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 14, 2023
Lakewood Ranch tennis player Ava Krug signs with Duke University

Krug is a five-star, Blue Chip player according to the Tennis Recruiting Network.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 26, 2024
Lorraine Road residents concerned over $66M improvement project

Manatee County is investing $66 million into road improvements between 59th Avenue East and State Road 64 and will need to acquire property on each side of Lorraine Road.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 24, 2015
Holiday gifts and gaffes

Embarrassing and heart-warming stories from residents are the gifts that keep on giving.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 27, 2023
Dream Oaks camp is a dream come true for campers and parents

Foundation for Dreams and its camp offer horseback riding, canoeing and swimming for kids and a respite for their parents.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 12, 2023
Lakewood Ranch Little League U10 All-Stars reach state tournament

The team made its run to states by playing small ball as a complete unit.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 13, 2023
Family of local activist recalls how he desegregated Sarasota's library

Edward James II refused to back down, fighting for his and others' right to access all Sarasota County libraries.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 23, 2023
U.S. Men's Deaf National Team captain shares his soccer story

Will Frentz and his team held a training camp Jan. 14-16 at Premier Sports Campus.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Morgan Bentley |
  • August 5, 2022
My View: Hospital board deserves re-election

Under this board’s oversight, Sarasota Memorial Healthcare has accomplished remarkable achievements. There is no need to change horses.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 11, 2021
A generational decision

Where the Sarasota Orchestra lands will be a pivotal influence on the city of Sarasota’s cultural future.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 2, 2009
Junior golfer aims for perfection

Domenico Geminiani, 13, has become one of the top ranked junior golfers in both the United States and Italy.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • December 28, 2011
Danielle White: Blind faith

Booker High grad Danielle White pulls double duty as star and producer of the new Sarasota film, 'Blind Pass.' The bubbly actress/singer comes home to play a dark role.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 28, 2011
Sarasota: Letters to the Editor

Scott's low polls reflect back policies; Separate church and state, not God and state; Money shift to Orioles is a disgraceful act

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • April 13, 2011
Prime time

Aspiring screenwriter Austin McKinley gets ready to hobnob with Hollywood heavyweights. The 'TV ME!' winner reveals how he hit a homerun with three unique pitches.

  • Arts + Culture
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