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By Jay Heater |
June 19, 2024

Parking for Fireworks on the Lake event in Sarasota now on sale

The Nathan Benderson Park Fourth of July event drew 16,000 people last year.

East County
Neighbors

In Memoriam |
December 18, 2024

Albert Donald Klingenberg

Albert Donald “Don” Klingenberg, 94 of Longboat Key, Florida passed away peacefully on December 5, 2024.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Miri Hardy |
December 16, 2024

Habitat Restoration zone returns to Myakka

By reducing human disturbances, temporary fencing protects plants and wildlife, while offering visitors superior wildlife viewing opportunities.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
April 12, 2025

Volunteers implement massive countywide cleanup

Trash collection efforts took place Saturday throughout Sarasota County, contributing to the "Greatest American Cleanup."

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
March 31, 2025

Clarinet, piano duo delight audience at penultimate concert

Chamber musicians celebrate Ukrainian and Brazilian cultures at The Education Center.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
April 5, 2025

Imagine school at Lakewood Ranch showcases students' artistic talents

"Artistry & Insights" features a collage of artwork and music.

East County
Neighbors

In Memoriam |
December 21, 2023

Julie Marie Harrington

Julie Best, 82, died peacefully at her home in Longboat Key, Fla. on Dec. 9, 2023.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Miri Hardy |
May 30, 2024

Fire plays critical role in Myakka park

Some imperiled species, such as the gopher tortoise, crested caracara and pine lily, wouldn't survive without occasional fires.

East County
Neighbors

By Shane Donglasan |
November 21, 2018

Philanthropy group empowers women to give back

Impact 100 SRQ is an all-women organization on a mission to give away transformational community grants.

Sarasota
Neighbors

In Memoriam |
November 3, 2023

Mary Elizabeth Carey

We are sad to announce the passing of Mary Elizabeth Carey of Longboat Key, FL.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

In Memoriam |
November 3, 2023

Eileen Gildea

Eileen Gildea of Longboat Key, Florida and Hampton Bays, New York passed away peacefully at home on October 24, 2023, surrounded by her family.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Ian Swaby |
November 4, 2023

Ice cream eating championship helps support Rise Up Cafe

The competition helped support Rise Up Cafe, a nonprofit-run coffee and ice cream shop in downtown Sarasota operated by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Mirabai Holland |
October 8, 2023

New study suggests common cancers are preventable with lifestyle changes

Adopting healthy dietary and exercise habits is a cornerstone of prevention.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Letter to the Editor |
June 4, 2025

Republicans against Trump must stand up

Those who state they don't like him, just sit back and watch without speaking up.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Madison Bierl |
June 5, 2025

One voice as lifetime puppeteer performs at Lakewood Ranch Library

Jerry Bickel, founder and executive director of Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre, thrills local crowd.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
June 25, 2025

Barred bar patron finds relief in the street

Kicked out of a Main Street bar, a man is arrested for public urination in the street. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.