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  • By James Peter |
  • September 23, 2023
Radio host told Sarasota he's a 9/11 hero. Was he really there?

The Observer found inconsistencies throughout radio personality "the Captain" Matt Bruce's story of 9/11 heroism, military service and record as a firefighter.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • March 10, 2025
Conservationist, former commissioner urges Longboat Key community action

Lecturer Jon Thaxton asked attendees at a recent Education Center seminar to be informed and engaged on environmental issues, especially with a 2026 land use referendum.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 25, 2023
Newtown nonprofit leader remembers her police volunteer mother

Veronica Allen cared for the Newtown community as an SPD volunteer, while daughter Ronnique Hawkins took up the torch with a documentary about Emmett Till and the nonprofit Learn My History Foundation.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 11, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 13-19

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 14, 2022
More than limited supply is to blame for rise in apartment rents

Don't just blame profiteering for the rise in apartment rents. As demand continues to exceed supply and interest rates climb, cost to purchase or upgrade complexes rise too.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 7, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Sept. 8

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 26, 2017
Longboat Key Obituaries: April 27, 2017

Mary Lou Robinson, Aflred Bremble, Jr., Katherine Brooks and John Spalding died.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • December 12, 2013
Home in Sarasota by the Sea sells for $550,000

Ian Howard sold his home at 6630 Midnight Pass Road to Sunshine Homes of Sarasota LLC for $550,000.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 6, 2023
2023 Dick Vitale Gala has record-setting fundraising night

The event raised $12.4 million for The V Foundation for Cancer Research.

  • Black Tie
  • By Letter to the Editor |
  • May 10, 2023
An important conviction for all Sarasota

The Sarasota County Democratic Party chair calls for a denouncement of the Proud Boys.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 19, 2023
Back to School Bash a hit at Music Compound in East County

Children learned about their musical potential in Bradenton by trying different instruments.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 21, 2021
Fruitville Elementary kindergarten teacher wins top educator award

Kari Johnson, a 15-year teacher at the school, is now the county's nominee for Florida teacher of the year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • October 1, 2021
Red tide present in the Gulf, tests show

County health officials discovered elevated levels of red tide this week at Lido Key, Longboat and other area beaches.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • February 9, 2023
Pooches take the catwalk

Sarasota Garden Club presents a charity fashion show with furry models.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 28, 2023
Manatee School Board names three finalists for superintendent

The three finalists, Doug Wagner, Jason Wysong and Scott Schneider, will be interviewed in-person May 10 -11.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 25, 2022
Atkins files to run for County Commission

Former Sarasota mayor lost in 2016 bid when elections were contested countywide.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • March 30, 2021
Tim Reynolds headlines concert at Nathan Benderson Park

Tim Reynolds of Dave Matthews Band fame comes to Nathan Benderson Park

  • East County
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 28, 2022
Christmas in the Garden open through New Year's Day

The Longboat Island Chapel has decked their garden with Christmas trees, lights and a miniature Whoville.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 27, 2022
Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee hosts Tropical Nights — A Royal Affair

Lakewood Ranch fundraiser a crowning achievement during Meals on Wheels Plus' 50th year.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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