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By Pam Eubanks |
August 17, 2016

Youth writes 'Harry Potter' novel

You might love 'Harry Potter.' But does his story inspire you enough to write your own?

East County
News

By Katie Johns |
November 9, 2016

Service of Significance: The most prominent war memories of veterans

In honor of Veterans Day, we spoke with six area veterans to hear their stories.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
June 4, 2024

Braden River High to welcome new principal

Wendell Butler wants to create the opportunity for students to become the best version of themselves.

East County
Schools

By Dana Kampa |
June 30, 2025

Debut Miss Longboat Key shares experience competing for state title

Madison VandenBrekel, who spent her summers growing up on Longboat Key, said she enjoyed connecting with fellow competitors at her first pageant of this scale.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

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 Petra Rivera |
October 18, 2023

Longboat restaurants usher in fall with seasonal dining specials

The autumn-themed menu items include pumpkin soup, lots of squash and, of course, pumpkin spice lattes.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Jack Nelson |
October 21, 2025

Premier aquatics complex construction stirs excitement among local swim clubs

The Lakewood Ranch Swim Association Lightning and Sarasota Tsunami are hoping to find a home at the new competition pool.

East County
Sports

By Madison Bierl |
May 5, 2026

Sourdough Society of Lakewood Ranch rises by sharing ideas

These members don't loaf around when it comes to making delicious bread.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
June 12, 2023

Vacant County Commission District 3 seat has been filled

Neil Rainford has been appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to the serve the remainder of the late Nancy Detert's term.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
September 7, 2023

Payne Park Auditorium renovation permit workshop set for Sept. 11

The community meeting will cover an application to expand and renovate the city-owned building for use by The Players and other performing arts groups.

Sarasota
News

By Loren Mayo |
May 2, 2011

Sarasota Chamber announces small business awards finalists

Winners will be announced Tuesday, June 2, at the 2011 Frank G. Berlin, Sr., Small Business Awards luncheon.

Sarasota
News

By Pam Eubanks |
November 7, 2019

Sweet reward for Willis Elementary students

Robert E. Willis Elementary principal and assistant principal become sundaes.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
December 23, 2017

Top Story - March: Neal buys south Sarasota land for $20 million

Catch up on the new top news items of 2017 with the Observer's Digital Year in Review.

Sarasota
News

By Jessica Salmond |
October 15, 2015

CDD 5 approves additional palm trimming

The board voted to switch back to a twice-yearly trimming schedule.

East County
News

By Nick Friedman |
March 27, 2015

Weekend's best bets: Friday, March 27

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Alex Mahadevan |
December 2, 2014

Sarasota Police raids crack down on designer drugs

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By David Conway |
July 12, 2013

City Commission to consider Laurel Park zoning procedures

A public hearing Monday will be held in regards to the creation of a Laurel Park Overlay District that would allow greater neighborhood oversight in zoning.