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Carolyn Michel, Benjamin Williamson, Lucy Lavely, Lauren Klein and J. Kenneth Campbell in "Other Desert Cities." Photo by Gary W. Sweetman.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 20, 2014
THEATER REVIEW: 'Other Desert Cities'

America has been the arena for a running brawl between the Left and Right since before Upton Sinclair was in diapers. For some, the factional fight is a family feud. The Asolo Rep's production of Jon Robin Baitz's 'Other Desert Cities' introduces us to one such family.

  • Arts + Culture
Lakewood Ranch Little League pitcher Connor Shine helps lead the 9/10 All-Stars to a District 26 championship July 5.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 10, 2013
Sidelines 7.10.13

Southwest Florida Figure Skating Club names officers; registration for amateur championships begins; Mustang cheerleaders to host summer camp;i9 sports fall registration is currently under way; East County all-stars win district crowns

  • East County
  • Sports
A cement truck was involved in a multi-vehicle collision on Interstate 75 near Fruitville Road on Monday morning.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 9, 2020
Three killed in morning crash on Interstate 75 near Fruitville Road

Northbound lanes restricted just south of Fruitville Road.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • September 12, 2013
Downtown businesses seek to combat vagrancy issue

The Downtown Improvement District and merchants along Main Street are considering bringing in additional security to ward off vagrancy troubles.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 25, 2018
State House District 71: Will Robinson

Questions and answers with the candidates.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kate Honea as the Milkmaid in Ashton's "Facade." Photo by Frank Atura.
  • By Anna Dearing |
  • May 1, 2014
Sir Frederick Ashton Festival - 'Birthday Offering, Illuminations and Facade'

The opening performance of the Sir Frederick Ashton Festival was a delightful treat.

  • Arts + Culture
A cyclist heads south on Gulf of Mexico Drive during late afternoon.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 21, 2022
Longboat Key's Complete Streets proposal is a road to the future for main thoroughfare

Concepts under development now would guide a makeover of the town's main north-south artery.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Michael Kerrigan
  • In Memoriam |
  • January 4, 2019
Michael Joseph Kerrigan

Michael Joseph Kerrigan entered into eternal, peaceful sleep surrounded by his family on Dec. 15, 2018. His obituary tribute is publishing in the Longboat Observer.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Volunteer Roxanne Williamson holds up a 10-pound bag of shells found on the grounds of Phillippi Estate Park.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 7, 2016
WHAT'S HAPPENING: Consortium of Colleges, City land swap

WEEK OF JAN. 7 2016

  • Sarasota
  • News
Commissioner Phillip Younger has proposed a new sidewalk along Gulf of Mexico Drive.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 3, 2011
Younger proposes north-end sidewalk

In an e-mail to Public Works Director Juan Florensa, Younger attached a drawing of a Gulf of Mexico Drive north end sidewalk extension north of Broadway on the east side of Gulf of Mexico Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jim Connor looks forward to developing relationships with students as the new interim head of schools at the Out-of-Door Academy.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 7, 2021
Out-of-Door Academy hires new interim head of school.

New ODA interim head of school uses lessons he's learned from books as inspiration for his educational career.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • January 31, 2018
Fish vending machine removed from mall at PETA's request

No fish, no foul.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Hank and Cash Howard are veterans at the Pumpkin Festival so they know where to spend their time.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 14, 2013
MONDAY EVENT MASHUP: Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival

The Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival; Party on the Pass; Sarasota SUP Race Series; Phillippi Shores 7K and 1 mile fun run; and MORE.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • June 17, 2010
Sarasota Small Business of the Year Awards: International Construction Consultants

Young Business of the Year -- Winner

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 20, 2017
“Vertically Inclined” teaches attendees how to garden in an urban setting

The second installment in the Lunch in the Gardens series was held Jan. 20.

  • Black Tie
Mayor Willie Shaw welcomed Kahwa Coffee to downtown Sarasota with free coffee — and service with a smile.
  • By Jack Short |
  • February 11, 2016
WHAT'S HAPPENING: Hip brands, and commission strife

WEEK OF FEB. 11

  • Sarasota
  • News
Kerry KIrschner served as the leader of the Argus Foundation for more than 20 years.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 5, 2015
Kirschner: Not retiring — redirecting

In his two decades leading the Argus Foundation, Kerry Kirschner emphasized collaboration and big-picture thinking.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 11, 2018
July enrollment set for TSA's expedited airport-security program

Pre-Check allows travelers to pass quickly through checkpoints.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 14, 2010
Letters to the Editor

To send in your letters, please e-mail them to [email protected], or mail them to The Longboat Observer, 5570 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, 34228.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 19, 2019
Sarasota Film Festival announces full film and event lineup

The 21st annual festival will offer everything from local titles (such as a circus documentary) to a national premiere (Greg Kinnear’s 'Phil').

  • Arts + Culture
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