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Team Thunderbolts members Kenny Van Slyck, Avery Szuma and Matteo Saviano won a Create Award, which rewards unique approaches to gameplay over the standard design, to qualify for The VEX Robotics World Championship.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • April 21, 2026
Three east Manatee elementary teams head to worldwide robotics competition

Through trial and error, fourth and fifth graders from Willis and McNeal are gearing up to put their robots to the test.

  • East County
  • Schools
Danae Tran plays the violin for Longboat Island Chapel attendees at the July 19 morning service before she and fellow scholarship recipient Michelle McLeod move to greet guests at the award reception.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • July 24, 2026
Scholars celebrated at Longboat Island Chapel award reception

The chapel gave scholarship awards to five students this year as they study everything from performing arts to criminology.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Michael Stephen Brown's "The Carnival of the Endangered Wonders" will make its world premiere in Sarasota.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • March 31, 2026
La Musica pairs two musical carnivals for its 40th anniversary

The chamber music ensemble will perform concerts at the Opera House and Mote SEA.

  • Arts + Culture
Plymouth Harbor residents Dr. Frederick "Fred" Moffat, George "Gus" Nimick and James "Jim" Griffith each cut into their cakes in a unique triple 99th birthday celebration.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • June 8, 2026
Trio of celebrants share a 99th birthday party

Plymouth Harbor held a combined birthday party for three residents, each celebrating their 99th birthdays this summer.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 11, 2020
Summer just zoomed by, but we're glad you're back

A look at some of the stories that made a difference while you were gone.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 29, 2010
LETTERS: Readers respond to 'Epidemic'

Last week, The East County Observer published an article titled "Epidemic." It focused on Justin Lizardi, the 20-year-old who in July was caught burglarizing homes in Heritage Harbour. His family shared details about Lizardi's longtime addiction to drugs, which he began using while a student Lakewood Ranch High School. See inside for readers' responses.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 17, 2010
SPECIAL REPORT: Will they save the Colony?

Randy Langley and David Siegal bought seats at the table in the Colony dispute. They think their plan can satisfy the parties and restore the resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Marcia Gutridge with two of her grandchildren, Keith and Harper
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 19, 2018
Treats and traditions top Longboaters holidays

From running to rum cake, Longboat Key residents cherish their holiday rituals and recipes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • October 6, 2016
Is Sarasota fun?

Thunder by the Bay left. Opening a new bar is an ordeal. As the city works to maintain its identity in the face of growth, are officials and residents killing the buzz downtown?

  • Sarasota
  • News
The hit musical "Les Misérables" comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on April 8-11.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 1, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for April 3-9

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
For Jimmie Fadden, the circle is still unbroken
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • February 17, 2025
For Jimmie Fadden, the circle is still unbroken

The Sarasota drummer is playing the Van Wezel with the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band’s farewell tour.

  • Arts + Culture
The Tony Award winner "Ain't Too Proud — The Life and Times of the Temptations" comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Feb. 21-25.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 20, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Feb. 22-28

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
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"Wicked" stage show veteran Tiffany Haas will join The Pops Orchestra on Dec. 15-16 for a "A Wicked Fun Holiday."
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 10, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Dec. 12-18

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Richard Thomas stars in "Mark Twain Tonight!" at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Dec. 19-20.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 16, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Dec. 18-24

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 10, 2021
Welcome back: We dug up so much Longboat Key news at the beach

You missed a lot of summer blockbusters this year. Not at the theater. In Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The revitalization of Pensacola included widened sidewalks and new restaurants and shops. Courtesy photo.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 23, 2012
Pensacola: Signs of Strength

The city of Pensacola altered its governing structure in 2009 after a tumultuous, and somewhat leaderless, decade. Now the city thrives under a strong mayor.

  • Sarasota
  • News
LECOM School of Dental Medicine
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 7, 2011
SPECIAL REPORT: East County's most expensive construction

In Sarasota and Manatee counties, 41 construction permits for more than $1 million have been pulled in the past year. Of those, about one-fourth are in the East County.

  • East County
  • News
LECOM School of Dental Medicine
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 2, 2012
TOP STORY, DEC.: The East County's Most Expensive Projects

In Sarasota and Manatee counties, 41 construction permits for more than $1 million have been pulled in the past year. Of those, about one-fourth are in the East County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kathryn Parks |
  • June 4, 2014
Theater SRQ&A: Dylan Jones

Theater SRQ&A: Dylan Jones

  • Arts + Culture
The Whitney Houston tribute show, "The Greatest Love of All," comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Jan. 3.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 31, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 2-8

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
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