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  • By Petra Rivera |
  • October 2, 2024
Hurricanes historically miss Longboat Key

Hurricane Helene is the latest hurricane that didn't follow the trend of protection of the island from tropical storms.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • December 22, 2025
Sarasota students share Christmas wishes in letters to Santa

Students at three of Sarasota's schools share their Christmas wishes.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 20, 2011
INCORPORATION Q&A: Incorporation Study Group

Proponents of the incorporation of Lakewood Ranch answer readers' questions.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 4, 2011
Cops Corner

A man was pulled over after police noticed he tried to alter his expired tag with a magic marker. He was issued a court summons for multiple violations.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 25, 2020
Lakewood Ranch-area employees out of service

'It's day-by-day' for employees affected by business closures in Lakewood Ranch area

  • East County
  • News
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • November 7, 2013
Celestial Community

Sarasota's St. Martha Catholic Church celebrates 100 years of family worship and service to the community.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • May 12, 2021
County considers dedicated sports tourism funding

A proposal would dedicate 5% of the Tourist Development Tax to sports tourism.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 4, 2009
East County women run Marine Corps Marathon

Julia DeCastro and Leslie Swart both share a love for long-distance running.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 22, 2010
Green Team hosts workshop for community

Master Gardner and Master Naturalist Bob Egolf will speak on Florida native plants and invasive species during a presentation Oct. 26.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Rick Wielgorecki |
  • September 8, 2011
Home & Garden: Pick the right plants

Here are some tips about what to look for when you're at the nursery choosing plants for your landscape. As you consider possible purchases, select cultivars with brightly colored leaves and/or flowers.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • March 9, 2017
Downtown leaders plot marketing campaign

As a traditional marketing campaign seeks more funding, the Downtown Improvement District is considering embracing new technology.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • July 10, 2013
Neal Communities celebrates milestone

The Lakewood Ranch-based builder planted a tree in the backyard of its 9,000th home last week to commemorate the event.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • March 15, 2015
First Watch Half Marathon and Relay

Nearly 3,500 Runners from near and far gathered at the 10th annual First Watch Half Marathon and Relay on the morning of March 15.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 8, 2011
Cops Corner

May 27 Sneak peek 11:52 p.m. -- Broadway Beach Access. Code Enforcement. Police warned a couple they were on the beach after hours. They told police they had just arrived for a vacation and wanted to take a quick glance at the beach.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 28, 2022
Fourth of July 2022 events in Sarasota, Longboat Key and Lakewood Ranch

From races to the classic fireworks, check out these events to help you celebrate Independence Day right.

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  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 1, 2019
Harvey Milk Festival founder Shannon Fortner offers inside look at annual event

The 10th anniversary of HMF marks a shift towards more educational events.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 4, 2025
Rezoning process begins for Mira Mar Plaza

Seaward Development had its first hearing before the city's Development Review Committee for its plan to save the historic Sarasota building and add two 18-story towers to the site.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 8, 2022
Tara Elementary School fifth graders perform 'Snow Jubilee!'

Fifth graders perform an interpretation of "Snow, What Fun!" using music teacher's original compositions.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 6, 2022
Music on Main in Lakewood Ranch showcases talent

Shelly Bonet headlines at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Roy |
  • December 9, 2009
PETA protests at Southside Elementary

Parents seemed nonplussed at the appearance of someone in an elephant costume with a bloody bandage on its head.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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