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By Jen Blanco |
June 26, 2012

Sandlott Wood Bat World Series coming to Sarasota

Extra Innings will host 11U and 12U Sandlott Wood Bat World Series July 26-29.

East County
Sports

By Roger Drouin |
December 19, 2012

Plane crashes off Lido Key

The single occupant was transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

Sarasota
News

By Yaryna Klimchak |
December 7, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce Annual Luncheon

The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce held their annul lunch at Flemings Prime Steakhouse and Winebar on Friday, Dec. 7 for chamber members to get together. Approximately 75 people attended the steak lunch where they chatted and enjoyed each other's company. 'It's a good opportunity for members to come out and get together with everyone,' said Kevin Cooper.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Yaryna Klimchak |
November 27, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Toddler Storytime

The Selby Public Library held Toddler Storytime on Tuesday, Nov. 27 in the Youth Program Room for children to enjoy singing, dancing, and reading. Toddler Storytime is held every Tuesday and is recommended for children 18 months to 3 years old. 'The library is a form of socialization [for Henry] so we come here every week,' said Annie Schiller mother of 19 month - old Henry. 'His favorite part is the puppet show.'

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Nat Kaemmerer |
July 22, 2019

Kiwanis set to award scholarships

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Katie Johns |
September 6, 2017

Pat Gussin books new title

The Longboat Key author will debut her latest book on Nov. 7.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jen Blanco |
January 26, 2016

ODA's season ends in quarterfinals

The Out-of-Door Academy girls basketball team fell to Fort Myers Canterbury 33-28 Jan. 25.

East County
Sports

By Robin Hartill |
February 26, 2014

Walters remembers stories behind the headlines

Retired Longboat Observer Senior Editor Dora Walters spoke about the memorable people and events she covered during her career.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
June 25, 2025

Attorney advises downtown plan committee on avoiding challenges

Land use attorney Bill Merrill recounts to members of the Sarasota Downtown Master Plan 2020 Update Committee how he successfully forced changes to Sarasota's current downtown master plan more than two decades ago.

Sarasota
News

By Lauren Tronstad |
March 1, 2023

Town considers regulating vessel sizes in canals

If passed, Longboat Key rules would change to limit vessel sizes in addition to dock sizes.

Longboat Key
News

By Mark Bergin |
March 15, 2021

Longboat Key planning to open new fire station in May

The Longboat Observer got a behind-the-scenes look at the project’s construction site.

Longboat Key
News

By Nick Friedman |
February 10, 2016

Orchestrating 'Aida'

The Sarasota Opera opens the final season of its Verdi Cycle with 'Aida' — the largest production in the company's history. What does it take to pull it all off?

Arts + Culture

By Dana Kampa |
June 20, 2025

Longboat Key Freedom Fest leader returns to head annual celebration

After a busy year of pushing forward community development projects, including at the park where the Fourth of July fest takes place, Susan Phillips is leading the celebration as the marshal.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jen Blanco |
April 17, 2014

Familiar Heights

Pole vaulter Travis Amuso hopes to return to the Class 4A state championships this season in honor of his late grandfather and coach, Guy Amuso.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 11, 2025

Longboat Key disaster prep seminar set for March 26

Guests will hear from a panel of guest speakers about emergency preparedness during one of the island's most well-attended events.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
September 29, 2025

Hermitage Artist Retreat estimates restoration costs at less than $500,000

Hermitage requests Sarasota County permission to make storm damage repairs to its Manasota Key site while negotiations for property conveyance remains underway.