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By Ian Swaby |
September 19, 2023

Ringling College esports arena opens to empower student gamers

Ringling College gamers have leveled up with a new space tailored to on-screen competition.

Sarasota
Schools

By Observer Staff |
June 18, 2025

Irate man strips down in the middle of the street

After being asked to move along, a man exposed himself in the middle of the road while shouting at everyone in the area. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Eric Garwood |
July 1, 2025

It was a case of ammo lost, ammo found

A missing parcel of a certain level of importance turns up eventually. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Dana Kampa |
May 26, 2025

Longboaters appreciate convenience of blood donation

SunCoast Blood Centers volunteers continue outreach efforts throughout the year on Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Niki Kottmann |
May 3, 2017

Black Tie & Tales 05.04.17

The end of April means the end of season, but there's been plenty going on around Sarasota.

Black Tie

By Carter Weinhofer |
November 22, 2023

5 Longboat crosswalk improvement projects ahead of schedule

The FDOT-led project spans the entirety of Gulf of Mexico Drive, with five crosswalks being installed or upgraded on Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
December 4, 2023

Manatee County seeks additional Library Advisory Board members

East County residents are eligible to apply for all four of the newly created seats on the board.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
January 31, 2024

Dissatisfied diner calls police over service dispute

A woman wants officers to file a report following a dispute with a server and manager. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Liz Ramos |
March 18, 2024

Manatee School Board proposes new allocations for referendum

The referendum, which is on the ballot in November, could include athletics, early childhood education, and school safety and security.

East County
Schools

By Liz Ramos |
April 2, 2024

Churches unite to support Myakka City pastor after fire

Seven churches hold benefit to support Myakka Family Worship Center's pastor after his barn burned.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
July 6, 2024

Save Our Seabirds receives grant for drainage improvements on campus

The rescue and rehabilitation nonprofit on City Island was forced to evacuate some birds during June 11 storm.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 5, 2024

Bank of America celebrates Sarasota-Manatee nonprofits

The bank awarded over $450,000 in grants in the past year.

East County
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
October 21, 2024

Lakewood Ranch's BooFest to add new features while supporting hurricane relief

New to BooFest this year is a haunted tunnel and more variety to its stage performances.

East County
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
October 5, 2023

City faces Harris Act challenge from Lido Key vacation rentals

The owners of three properties allege loss in appraised value over capacity restrictions.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
November 14, 2024

Local authors showcase their knowledge at book fair

The Local Authors Book Fair by Bookstore1Sarasota brought together authors with varying contributions to the literary scene.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By S.T. Cardinal |
October 21, 2025

Man claiming to know Trump threatens to throw a party

A man claiming to know the president was using his famous punchline at a golf club resort prompted a call to Longboat police this week. This and other Longboat Key police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Observer Staff |
February 11, 2026

Woman scorned breaks up by breaking up boyfriend's property

When a woman finds evidence of her boyfriend's philandering, she goes on a tirade by destroying more than $6,000 worth of his belongings. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.