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Results for: Reliable Standard Heating & Air is the best HVAC company in San Diego.

  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 7, 2012
Welcome Back: inmemoriam

Longboat Key said goodbye to many friends, neighbors and loved ones throughout the summer. Here, we remember those who died by looking back on the lives they lived.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 19, 2026
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for May 21-27

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

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 27, 2022
The best things to do on Longboat for every type of tourist

From marine life to Michelin Star food, Longboat Key has it all.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 3, 2018
Survivors in Sync paddlers head for prestigious event in Florence, Italy

The Survivors in Sync dragon boat team, based out of Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, are headed for the prestigious Dragon Boat Festival in Florence, Italy.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • July 18, 2019
Sarasota lifeguards have an eye on safety

From Manasota to Lido Beach, lifeguards patrol a total of 36 miles worth of public beaches across Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Dylan Campbell |
  • February 5, 2025
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Paisley Binswanger

The junior guard led Sarasota High in scoring this season.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 25, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: Save Our Seabirds Fundraiser

The event will take place from noon to 8 p.m., Sunday, at T'Katz Pub.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Michael Eng |
  • July 3, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: Little Bookworms July 4 Party

Little Bookworms will host a family friendly event beginning at 2 p.m., tomorrow, on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • May 7, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Classic Corvettes on the Circle

There were some little red corvettes - and frost blue, yellow, black, white and silver Corvettes, too - at St. Armands Circle Park on Saturday, May 5. The classic corvette show brought in corvette clubs from all over Florida to see who would have the best in show. One might have taken the prize, but as Prince might say, Baby they're all too fast!

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • January 26, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Fleet Captain's Dinner

Bird Key Yacht Club was packed for Fleet Captain Allyn Carlson's dinner on Saturday, Jan. 21. The usual table of seafood and ice sculpture was done-up with a butter sculpture of a fish jumping out of water. It was one of the best displays of the year by Executive Chef Joseph A. Santangini. The room was packed with tons of people and it was practically bumper-to-bumper - as the saying goes, there are plenty of fish in the sea.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • November 16, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple enjoys traditional treats

More than 125 members and guests of Temple Emanu-El gathered for the second annual Kugel and Knish Cook-Off Sunday, Nov. 6. Attendees socialized and mingled while sampling 35 of the homemade, quintessential Jewish treats and voted for their favorites. Also on hand was official 'judge' Jeremy Adams, of Word of Mouth, who evaluated each entry before naming the 'Best in Show.'

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 7, 2011
Observer seeks the dish on recipes

Does your chocolate-cake recipe truly take the cake? Or, maybe you have a saucy secret to the perfect spaghetti.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 10, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River High 7th annual Summer Basketball Camp

Dozens of aspiring basketball players hit the court for Braden River High School's 7th annual Summer Basketball Camp July 5-8. Students participated in skill stations, competitions and team games while learning the basic fundamentals of the game. Camper of the Day, Hustle and Best Attitude awards were handed out at the end of each day of camp.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Katie Hendrick |
  • January 11, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Winter Fest

Business owners in the Centre Shops plaza host a family- and dog-friendly festival.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 14, 2012
Residents welcome new friends, celebrate

How do you meet your neighbors?

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • March 25, 2017
Residents swarm to Sweetgrass Farms for Honey Bee Festival

Sweetgrass Farms hosted the second annual Honey Bee Festival to benefit University of Florida honey bee lab.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 6, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

Michael Koscec submitted this photo of a heron at sunset on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 13, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

Carol LoRicco submitted this sunset photo, taken on Lido Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 20, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

Sheryl Vieira submitted this sunset photo, taken on Anna Maria Island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • June 4, 2014
Hot Flash: Gear up for summer

Summer days are here and Sarasotans are heading out to the beaches to enjoy it - but going to the beach isn't as simple as just going to the beach.

  • Arts + Culture
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