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By Jack Nelson |
May 12, 2026

No time to waste for new Braden River High football coach

Rick Farmer, the team's former defensive coordinator, was hired on the first day of spring practice.

East County
Sports

By Heidi Kurpiela |
June 10, 2009

Profiles of summer: A Mighty Wind

Melanie Heggs was the only clarinetist to receive a fellowship this year to Penn State School of Music.

Arts + Culture

By Robin Hartill |
April 7, 2010

Toast to Tiny's

Tiny's of Longboat Key closed March 31. But customers couldn't say 'goodbye' without one final party.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
January 29, 2020

Critic's Picks

Who's expected to win the Oscar, and who should

Arts + Culture

By Jay Heater |
February 5, 2020

Lakewood Ranch residents score important volunteer roles with LECOM Suncoast Classic

More than 400 volunteers have helped the LECOM Suncoast Classic become a top Korn Ferry Tour event.

East County
News

By Ian Swaby |
December 31, 2024

Don't miss these Sarasota events in 2025

Here are some of the top picks to mark on your calendar for the new year.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
August 12, 2025

Old Salty Dog celebrates post-recovery recognition

Not long after reopening from a five-month closure caused by hurricane damage, the longstanding Sarasota bar is celebrating a new national commendation.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Lesley Dwyer |
November 19, 2024

Chance decides tied Lakewood Ranch CDD election

After two ties, the race for CDD5, Seat 2 was decided by drawing cards.

East County
News

By Jack Nelson |
October 22, 2025

Florida Inline Skating Marathon celebrates fifth anniversary in Sarasota

The Nov. 8 event at Nathan Benderson Park will be the largest marathon of its kind in the state.

East County
Sports

By Madison Bierl |
February 9, 2026

Braden River High band director named Educator of the Year

At the Excellence in Education Awards on Feb. 4, Clifford Dawson walked across the stage to accept the honor of 2026 Educator of the Year.

East County
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
April 3, 2023

SPD welcomes class of 10 new patrol officers

Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche swears in largest class of new recruits in recent memory.

Sarasota
News

By Amanda Sebastiano |
September 17, 2014

Honoring heroes

The sight of the National World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. evoked both a sense of sadness and pride for resident William Passarelli.

East County
News

By Eliza Terziev, Adrian Moore |
June 11, 2025

Investors are not hurting the housing market

The lack of supply is the biggest culprit in housing climbing to unaffordable levels in the area.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Andrew Warfield |
February 14, 2024

Defamation lawsuit filed against Sarasota City Commissioner Kyle Battie

The complaint seeks damages of more than $50,000 from Kyle Battie after public racism allegations against city hall critic Kelly Franklin.

Sarasota
News

By James Peter |
June 4, 2023

Bird Key home sells for $11.25 million, sets record for island

The second most expensive listing ever on Bird Key sold the same day.

Longboat Key
News

By David Conway |
January 21, 2021

St. Armands leaders waver on bathroom costs

After spending years pursuing the right to build free-standing public restrooms, the St. Armands Business Improvement District has concerns about the cost.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
March 8, 2023

Man's wallet stolen from a bar top in cigarette-snatching scam

Distracted by claims of a stolen smoke, a bar patron had his wallet stolen from atop a bar. This and more reports from the Sarasota Police Department in this week's Cops Corner.