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By Vinnie Portell |
July 7, 2025

East County Athlete of the Week: Caua Magno de Almeida

The rising senior is a three-sport athlete in Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Sports

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 25, 2025

Mote releases two rehabbed loggerhead sea turtles off Lido Key

Sub-adult turtles Grimm and Monique were rescued after showing signs of red tide toxicity. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium rehabilitated the pair over several weeks.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
July 31, 2025

Colson Hotel to be restored as a business incubator

With a goal of providing business startup space across all demographics, the group preserving the Colson Hotel plans to renovate it as the Colson Collective.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
March 27, 2025

Balcony opera performances share the music form with the public

Apprentice artists have joined the lineup in the Sarasota Opera's weekly performance for the public, held each Saturday on the balcony.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Letter to the Editor |
May 13, 2025

County should study traffic before buying admin building

Give animals on University Parkway a brake, one Observer reader says.

East County
Opinion

By Madison Bierl |
May 1, 2025

McNeal Elementary nurtures student leaders through Leader In Me program

The seven habits are “Be Proactive,” “Begin with the End In Mind,” “Put First Things First,” “Think Win-Win,” “Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood,” “Synergize” and “Sharpen the Saw.”

East County
Schools

By Madison Bierl |
June 14, 2025

Eatalia Market offers goods imported from Italy in Lakewood Ranch

Owner Jordan Arcari wanted to bring Italian culture to Waterside Place.

East County
Business

By Eric Garwood |
May 16, 2025

New species of flowering plant named for Selby CEO

Selby researcher John. L. Clark discovered four new species in the Andean rainforest in South America.

Sarasota
News

By Elizabeth King |
January 24, 2025

Two new luxury developments take root on Lido Key

Two over-the-top projects — one a circus-fancy hotel, another a condo complex with uber-luxury hotel-like amenities and service — are primed to give Benjamin Franklin Drive on Lido Key a new look.

Sarasota
News

By Matt Walsh |
March 5, 2025

It's an unconvincing case

Each side of The Ringling-New College question can make a case. But it’s difficult to be convinced that New College is ready.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Lesley Dwyer |
May 6, 2025

Youth archery program hits the mark at Rye Preserve

Spots are still available for summer camp. Monthly classes will resume in September.

East County
Neighbors

By Vinnie Portell |
June 24, 2025

Former Sarasota High football player faces long recovery after shooting

Auburn University running back Brian Battie was awarded the 2025 Wilma Rudolph Award for his resilience.

Sarasota
Sports

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
July 1, 2025

Florida photographer Clyde Butcher takes a stand against 'Alligator Alcatraz'

The National Medal of Arts winner wants the Big Cypress National Preserve to remain pristine.

Arts + Culture

By Elizabeth King |
May 22, 2025

Potbelly opens first Sarasota location

The Sarasota Potbelly will be the 14th for the brand in Florida.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 21, 2025

Town considers ownership of Bay Isles Parkway, pedestrian tunnel

With the Bay Isles Association wanting to divest ownership and maintenance of these assets, the town of Longboat Key is considering an agreement to take over ownership.

Longboat Key
News

By Marty Fugate |
May 19, 2025

Asolo Rep stages a stirring 'come to Jesus' moment

Josh Rhodes' "Jesus Christ Superstar" delivers a fast, punchy rendition of the greatest story ever told.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

By Ian Swaby |
June 5, 2025

Riverview High graduate sets up healthy vending machine business

Branson Rudeen wasn't sure where to go after high school, but he's following in his father's footsteps with his own business.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
December 28, 2024

Bay Plaza owners granted status to appeal Obsidian condo tower

The Planning Board's decision to grant aggrieved party status to Bay Plaza Owners Assocation means it may proceed with an appeal of the administrative approval of the Obsidian condo tower.