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By Su Byron |
August 21, 2025

Season is heating up. Here's what you can look forward to on the arts scene.

From bold exhibitions to boundary-pushing performances, the months ahead promise something for every kind of art-lover.

Arts + Culture

By Dana Kampa |
June 2, 2025

Zota Beach Resort sets the scene for local business connections

Longboat Key businesspeople visited Zota Beach Resort for the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce's latest networking event.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
July 15, 2025

Manatee County wildlife corridor faces funding challenges

Over 18 million acres are listed to eventually be part of the state's wildlife corridor.

East County
News

By Jay Heater |
June 18, 2025

East Manatee firefighters get the spark to train for disaster situations

The firefighters from East Manatee Fire Rescue went through two weeks of intense drills to earn their Rescue Specialist Certification.

East County
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 15, 2025

Longboat likely to encumber $1.7M in costs for Broadway Roundabout

The new costs come as the Florida Department of Transportation takes on responsibility for the project but said some costs are still on the town’s dime.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
September 25, 2025

Film based on model’s breast cancer journey to screen in Sarasota

The film "Hello Beautiful" is based on the book "Walk Beside Me" by Christine Handy, a former Victoria's Secret model and breast cancer survivor.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
September 17, 2025

Manatee schools try to stay 'on trend' when it comes to student meals

Students are served popular items for breakfast and lunch but with slightly different — and healthier — ingredients.

East County
Schools

In Memoriam |
June 24, 2025

Ora Mendels

Ora Mendels passed away at the age of 88 in her home on Longboat Key, FL, on June 23rd, with her family around her.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Observer Staff |
May 21, 2025

Street dancer disrupts traffic flow on Main Street

High on more than life, a man is removed from Main Street where he was putting on a one-man flashmob. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Observer Staff |
April 1, 2025

APRIL FOOL: Countywide government consolidation effort launched

Grassroots group seeking referendum on 2026 ballot.

April Fools

By Vinnie Portell |
August 7, 2025

The top high school football transfers to know in Sarasota

Some key players have switched schools ahead of the 2025 season.

Sarasota
Sports

By Madison Bierl |
June 4, 2025

Manatee school board wants fast process to find new superintendent

The School Board of Manatee County aims to have a new superintendent in place by the time the 2025-26 school year begins in August.

East County
Schools

By Observer Staff |
June 23, 2025

Tickets now available for 2025 Siesta Key Crystal Classic

Early-purchase ticket, parking and sponsorship opportunities for the annual Siesta Beach sandsculpting event are now available.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
September 22, 2025

East County Athlete of the Week: Jordan Brown

The Lakewood Ranch senior at IMG Academy thrives on Stephen Curry's Underrated Golf Tour

East County
Sports

By S.T. Cardinal |
September 3, 2025

Still in rebuild mode, north Longboat requests permit extension

Delays from insurance claims, FEMA issues and contractor availability has prompted the request from north-end residents.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
May 28, 2025

Center Point at Waterside is fully leased

The 50-acre mixed-use project is six years in the making.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
July 13, 2025

Gulf Coast Community Foundation grants CareerEdge $150,000

Gulf Coast Community Foundation grants CareerEdge $150,000 to suppport the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce initiative's career training and advancement program.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
June 12, 2025

Study committee leans toward no reuse for Van Wezel

Repurposing of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall appearing less of an option as the Purple Ribbon Committee works through a preliminary draft of its report to the City Commission.