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  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • February 19, 2014
Backstage Pass: Low-budget theater performs big-name production

The Comic Shack's theater group is composed of 18- to 43-year-olds (or Avant Guard, as they call themselves), and is presenting "Rent," for which they are proud of obtaining rights. This popular show is their first big-name production. The rest have been cabaret shows, improv by in-house troupe Shack of Fools and original works, such as "Dusk of the Dead," a zombie parody musical.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • February 3, 2024
Sarasota man sentenced to 15 years for defrauding seniors

A federal judge in Tampa sentenced a 67-year-old insurance agent for a scheme that stole millions from elderly clients.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 29, 2025
Bill Waddill wants and plans for a more walkable Rosemary District

Following a six-year hiatus with the Bay Park Conservancy, the former head of Kimley-Horn's Sarasota office is back and focused on completing the downtown Sarasota puzzle.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 26, 2025
Keep the wonder alive during the most wonderful time of the year

From twinkling lights to festive music to caroling on a trolley, there's something for everyone in this holiday sampler of eight events.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 8, 2024
Sarasota Police make four arrests in October downtown assault

Four teens charged with beating a 67-year-old man.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 30, 2024
New K-8 school in Lakewood Ranch has a name

The School Board of Manatee County unanimously voted to name the school Lake Manatee K-8.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • June 17, 2010
Sarasota Small Business of the Year Awards: Elise Lipoff

Young Professional of the Year -- Finalist

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 5, 2020
Longboat CARE Program helps chronic 911 callers find assistance

The Longboat fire department reaches out to help people do things such as find a physician or guard against fall hazards.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 18, 2017
Theater review: 'Sweet Charity'

“Sweet Charity” lives hopefully ever after at The Players.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 25, 2017
It's cool she cares

Braden River student's 'Be Cool School Challenge' benefits Goodwill

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • February 11, 2015
Fire Station 12: New style, old tradition

Fire Station 12 on Bee Ridge Road will get a new building, but it won't lose its identity.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 29, 2022
Commercial or craft, beer drinkers unite over some frosty brew

While craft brewers take beer to new levels, legacy commercial brews still dominate American consumption.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 27, 2014
Football preview: Cardinal Mooney

Cardinal Mooney's success hinges on quarterback Reese Vita, who led the Cougars to their first district championship since 2006 last season.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Eric Snider |
  • November 2, 2023
Photobomber conducts daily raids on unsuspecting beachgoers

Larry Frankel, also known as the Siesta Key Photobomber, keeps the smiles coming on Siesta Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • January 22, 2025
Ordinance to raise max boat dock, lift height passed by planning board

With final approval from the Longboat Key Town Commission, the ordinance would allow homeowners to raise boats higher for protection from high surges.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 12, 2010
Observer Updates

Longboat's 7-Eleven will close next month; Short-term, sand-solution project receives extension

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 1, 2020
A celebration with pop at Nathan Benderson Park

Nathan Benderson Park's Fireworks on the Lake will require a ticket to ensure social distancing.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 3, 2015
News briefs

Fire Rescue aces inspection; Mayers works to protect manatees

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 15, 2024
Celebrations span Sarasota for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

The day’s events included the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Breakfast and Community Awards, the Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Walk and Celebration, and MLK Music Fest.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 21, 2022
Construction on St. Regis moves forward on Longboat Key

There is a tentative opening date for the hotel, which is currently June 6, 2024.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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