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

  • By Ryan Butler |
  • September 19, 2017
A conversation with Alaina Ray

Outgoing planning director talks about challenges, opportunities for Longboat's future

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kristine Nickel |
  • September 21, 2017
Tailgating and other things for which we’re grateful

The forecast for the rest of fall isn’t that optimistic.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 4, 2017
Time to get fit

Exercise plays key role in maintaining strength, balance and mobility.

  • Health
  • By Katie Johns |
  • August 30, 2017
A conversation with Susan Phillips

The assistant to the town manager and president of the Longboat Key Garden Club shares her thoughts on involvement around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 16, 2016
Your morning joe could be your new BFF

Despite many myths surrounding coffee, research shows it is a most beneficial beverage for your health.

  • Health
  • A time to celebrate |
  • June 22, 2016
Just Married: Kelly and Michael

Kelly Martella and Michael Calamaras were married Feb. 27

  • Sarasota
  • Celebrations
  • By Kristine Nickel |
  • April 18, 2018
The give and take of care giving

Life life lessons for giving, and receiving, care when you're unable to function as normal.

  • Health
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 22, 2018
'Madeline's Madeline' invites you to be a part of the performance

The film, co-written and directed by Josephine Decker, examines the ethics and means of storytelling.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • November 29, 2017
Let the campaigns begin for Longboat Commission

Now that qualification season is over, here's a recap of the Longboat Town Commission candidates.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • May 18, 2017
Atwell, Chapman say goodbye to commission

Suzanne Atwell and Susan Chapman reflect on their time as city commissioners — and discuss their diverging plans for the future.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 2, 2017
Lakewood Ranch graduate’s life in minor leagues takes unexpected turn

He was traded from the Pittsburgh Pirates organization to the Philadelphia Phillies organization on July 31.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • December 22, 2015
Flowers Face to Face

Photographer David Leaser captures the microscopic beauty of nature at the Selby Gardens.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 30, 2015
Sarasota: Top 5 Teams of 2015

Sarasota: Top 5 Teams of 2015

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By David Conway |
  • July 2, 2015
Volunteer stewards protect Lido black skimmer colony

As a colony of black skimmers settles into a new home on Lido Beach, a group of volunteers is ensuring beachgoers don’t interfere with the birds’ nesting season.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 8, 2015
Rising to the Top

Lakewood Ranch Gymnastics’ Derrian Gobourne is one of the top Level 10 gymnasts in the nation.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • July 15, 2015
Plymouth Harbor resident and her siblings honor parents

Plymouth Harbor resident Carol Siegler and her siblings, Jeffrey Shapiro and Dorothy Tanebaum, seek to preserve their parents’ story through writing.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By John McGuire |
  • February 22, 2017
Longboat Key Town Commission candidate profile: Gene Jaleski, At-Large seat

Candidate Gene Jaleski outlines his priorities and preferences in a Q & A with the Longboat Observer.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • March 8, 2017
Instructor is man of wonder

Teacher allows his students to be more independent.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 17, 2016
Born to Sing; The Ditchfield Family Singers

For the Ditchfied Family Singers, love of music is a family affair

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 19, 2016
Your Calendar: Mote Night of Fish, Fun and Fright

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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