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By Heidi Kurpiela |
October 1, 2014

Dramatic Entrance

Richard Parison Jr. is ready to launch the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe into its next blockbuster phase.

Arts + Culture

By Yaryna Klimchak |
October 3, 2013

Montessori Method: NewGate International Montessori Academy

Thirty years ago, a teacher and her husband had a vision for a small countryside school. Since then, NewGate International Montessori Academy has grown into an internationally recognized lab school.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Marty Fugate |
February 20, 2014

THEATER REVIEW: 'How I Learned to Drive'

Paula Vogel takes a different approach in 'How I Learned to Drive,' and you can see the results in the FSU/Asolo Conservatory's current production of her Pulitzer Prize-winning play from 1997.

Arts + Culture

By Madison Bierl |
April 20, 2025

Braden River Elementary showcases project-based learning at Innovation Expo

The first graders developed a love for bees and planted flowers to attract them.

East County
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
December 14, 2023

Riverview High mourns loss of longtime principal Edward Brown Jr.

One retired teacher called Brown Jr. "The founding father of Riverview High School."

Sarasota
Schools

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 20, 2025

Deputy Chief Frank Rubino takes over as interim chief for LBKPD

Rubino looks forward to keeping the Longboat Key Police Department up to accreditation standards and boosting community relations.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
October 23, 2023

Two Sarasota High students named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists

Only 16,000 students out of 1.3 million nationwide earned the honor.

Sarasota
Schools

By Jim DeLa |
July 17, 2024

Dual enrollment option gives Sarasota students a head start on a career

Sarasota options can suit a variety of career paths.

Sarasota
Schools

By Emma Burke |
February 11, 2024

Floridian foodie favorites found in Sarasota and Manatee counties

From fresh-squeezed orange juice to Key Lime pie, here are the foods that make me proud to be a Floridian — and where to feast on them.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
May 13, 2024

Save the date for Sarasota's inaugural Living Arts Fest in November

Jeffery Kin says it's time for Sarasota to have an interdisciplinary arts festival.

Arts + Culture

By Jack Nelson |
December 1, 2025

Sarasota Polo Club gallops forward with new women's league

Introduced for the 2026 season, the 6-8 goal league will run Fridays from Jan. 9 through Feb. 20.

East County
Sports

By Adam Hughes |
September 17, 2015

Condominium in Tower Residences sells for $2,025,000

The following residential real estate transactions took place between August 31 and September 4.

Sarasota
Real Estate

By Adam Hughes |
July 29, 2021

Harbour Walk home in east Bradenton tops home sales at $1.5 million

Lakewood Ranch area real estate transactions include an Esplanade home that sells for $1.2 million

East County
Real Estate

By Adam Hughes |
January 16, 2022

Panther Ridge home tops sales in the Lakewood Ranch and east Bradenton areas at $2.3 million

Five homes in the Lakewood Ranch and east Bradenton areas sell for more than $1 million.

East County
Real Estate

By Observer Staff |
March 9, 2011

Our View

Don't take the bait

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Matt Walsh |
February 5, 2020

Traffic: Officials respond

Longboat town commissioners sent comments about traffic to Sarasota commissioners and FDOT, requesting immediate action and better coordination. And the city’s response? The usual nothing.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Andrew Warfield |
October 2, 2025

Main Street vision pits walkability against parking

The Sarasota City Commission advances the Main Street Complete Street project to the design phase with an eye toward debate over pedestrian enhancement.