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Results for: Funded Futures Network Promo Code "SKV50" Get 50% Off On All Plans

  • By Gayle Williams |
  • April 6, 2025
Sarasota Orchestra parades artistry in Masterworks concert

The Grand Treasures program was conducted by Sarasota Music Festival alum Earl Lee.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • In Memoriam |
  • April 24, 2026
Barbara Geldbart

Barbara Geldbart passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, at the age of 95.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 8, 2026
Woman claims to be at the center of widespread plot to follow her

A woman claimed a pickup truck driver — and just about everybody else in the sky and on the ground — is following her. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • In Memoriam |
  • February 27, 2026
Peter Stanick

Internationally recognized pop artist Peter Stanick passed away on February 9, 2026, in Sarasota, Florida. He was 72.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 12, 2023
Riding along with Longboat Key Police beach, marine patrol units

A reporter spends a day on the job with the officers who patrol and keep the waterways and beaches safe.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 1, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, March 2

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 22, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, March 23

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • December 31, 2024
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Best Animal Calls of 2024

Sometimes, the officers of Longboat Key find themselves acting as animal control for the island's residents.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 11, 2023
Ranch Nite Wednesdays wrapping up in Waterside Place

May 31 is the last event of the season until Ranch Nite Wednesdays return in October.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • September 5, 2023
Longboat Island Chapel dedicates Labor Day brunch to beloved member

Chapel members celebrated the long weekend with a community brunch after their 10 a.m. service.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 5, 2023
Sarasota community gathers for July 4 fireworks spectacle

Bayfront Park became a prime viewing location for the fireworks in Sarasota Bay on July 4.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 17, 2021
Prom prevails for Lakewood Ranch seniors

After the Lakewood Ranch High prom was cancelled, a private one was organized to replace it.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 3, 2021
Lakewood Ranch High graduates honored at LECOM Park in Bradenton

Lakewood Ranch High School seniors celebrate at LECOM Park in Bradenton as they move to a new chapter.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 7, 2021
Tropical storm/hurricane Elsa packs little punch in Lakewood Ranch area

Tropical storm/hurricane Elsa only causes minor flooding in some Lakewood Ranch area neighborhoods.

  • East County
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  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 30, 2021
Run in the sun and rain at Boo Run in Sarasota

Boo Run participants don't let the weather ruin their race.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 14, 2021
St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church hosts Christmas Bazaar

The Longboat Key church sold baked goods, crafts and decorations galore.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • January 29, 2023
Sarasota Jewish Food Fest returns after pandemic hiatus

Temple Sinai celebrated its 15th annual Sarasota Jewish Food Festival on Jan 29.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Blake Fussell |
  • March 11, 2022
Jamie Hannon named Southside Elementary School principal

Hannon has served as interim principal since July 2021.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 10, 2022
International Ballet adds its spin to the Mall at UTC in Sarasota

Ballet company's young dancers perform in unusual mall setting.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 12, 2021
School Board of Manatee County changes meeting times

The School Board of Manatee County has changed its meeting times in hopes of accommodating district staff and the community.

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