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The current Longboat Key Fire Rescue boat is from 2011, and it's time for a new one, said Fire Chief Paul Dezzi.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • May 26, 2025
Longboat Fire Rescue Department hopes to purchase new rescue boat

Fire Chief Paul Dezzi said it’s time to replace the boat with a new, more efficient boat for marine rescue calls.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ella Quaid and Joey Baar, both 24 years old, have been friends since they were babies.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 1, 2025
Manasota BUDS creates lifelong friendships

The group supports individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
It's best to ease into an exercise program that will make you look and feel fabulous.
  • By Mirabai Holland |
  • June 28, 2025
Take charge of your health now. Don't put it off until later.

Listening to your doctor can lead to exciting diets and exercise plans to make you look and feel healthier.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Devin Mignery (center) prepares to take the snap during the FHSAA Class 2A state semifinal between Cardinal Mooney and Cocoa. The senior quarterback was inserted for junior Davin Davidson and helped usher the Cougars into the state championship.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • December 6, 2025
Cardinal Mooney football headed to state championship

In a feat of vengeance, the Cougars shut out the Tigers, continuing their hunt for a third state title.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Anxious travelers are desperate to contact loved ones after they are stranded in Gander, Newfoundland, in Asolo Rep's production of "Come From Away."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 19, 2025
Asolo Rep tells a story of Canadian hospitality with 'Come From Away'

When 7,000 travelers were grounded in Gander on 9/11, locals opened their homes β€” and their hearts.

  • Arts + Culture
Brent Piersma and Beverly Sutton fill seed packets for Hope Seeds.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • December 5, 2025
Hope Seeds seeks extra hands

Increased need in Caribbean regions means Christ Church of Longboat Key is seeking extra volunteers to pack seeds.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
1000 NORTH will be located in the BLVD Sarasota building at the corner of Boulevard of the Arts and North Tamiami Trail.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 30, 2025
Exclusive downtown club moves closer to Sarasota's approval

Co-founded by Michael Jordan in partnership with several pro athletes, 1000 NORTH is planning its second location in the BLVD Sarasota building.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Shaelyn Band, which opens the Lakewood Ranch Blues Fest Dec. 6 at Waterside Place, is led by singer Shaelyn Mulberry.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 2, 2025
This musical soul search leads to Lakewood Ranch

The Lakewood Ranch Blues Fest is back for its second edition with seven top bands at Waterside Park.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Kymistrii Young (left), Elijah Golden (center) and Macaiden Brown (right) listen to coach Jared Clark's speech during Cardinal Mooney's early signing period ceremony.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • December 3, 2025
Cardinal Mooney and Booker football celebrate 11 early signees

National Signing Day was Dec. 3 to mark the beginning of the NCAA's early signing period.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
State Sen. Joe Gruters was elected chair of the Republican National Committee.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • August 22, 2025
Republicans elect Sarasota's Gruters as chairman of RNC

Florida State State Sen. Joe Gruters, one of President Trump's staunchest allies, is elected chair of the Republican National Committee.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Cardinal Mooney football gathers at midfield and poses for a photo. The Cougars scored on every single one of their drives in the FHSAA Class 2A state championship, piling up 52 points against the Bulldogs.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • December 11, 2025
Cardinal Mooney is state football champ again

The Cougars roar past Jacksonville Bolles to win their third title.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Paul Hoback is the next president and CEO of Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, succeeding Rick Piccolo after 30 years.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 7, 2025
New CEO brings airport rebirth expertise to SRQ

Paul Hoback helped remake Pittsburgh International Airport into "the best origin and destination airport we can be." Now he aims to carry on a similar legacy built by Rick Piccolo at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Santa greets visitors from the window of 9605 Governor's Club Place in The River Club.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • December 20, 2025
Christmas decorating isn't just for kids

River Club's Guy Vilt has fun bringing technology into his Christmas display.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Brando Fetzek, vice president and project executive for NDC Construction Company and Jessica Roddenberry, the project manager from HKS Architects & Designers led the tour.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • May 6, 2025
Lake Manatee K-8 school is set to open for elementary students in August

HKS Architects and Designers along with NDC Construction Company are working to ensure they deliver phase one in time for the 2025-2026 school year.

  • East County
  • Schools
The ever-evolving master plan for The Bay Phase 3B does not show a possible future Sarasota Performing Arts Center, but does include a parking structure and expansion of park space into the Van Wezel parking lot.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 15, 2025
Utility undergrounding, The Bay highlight City Commission agenda

Monday's Sarasota City Commission meeting will include presentations about The Bay Phase 3 and burying utility lines on St. Armands and Lido keys.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota Police Department personnel monitor Sarasota's network of cameras, license plate readers, gunshot detectors and other devices in the nearly completed Real-Time Operations Center.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 4, 2025
SPD set to grow its city camera system

The Sarasota Police Department seeks to expand its network of cameras into businesses and outside of homes with its SRQ City View initiative.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dr. Jonathan Hoffberger is the chief of cardiovascular surgery at Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 14, 2025
Sarasota Memorial achieves heart surgery milestone

The hospital recently performed its 1,000th minimally invasive cardiac surgery that reduces pain, infection risk and recovery.

  • Sarasota
  • News
As members of VFW Post 12055, Post Commander Dave Daily and retired U.S. Army Col. Gill Ruderman meet once a month with post members at Wolveshead Pizza and Wings.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 3, 2025
Is veterans park a sugar pill being fed to taxpayers?

Manatee County wants the planned Palmetto veterans memorial park and connections hub to serve the region, but local VFW members say it's too far out of the way.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota Yacht Club Executive Chef Bruce Bailey adds the finishing touches to his signature steak dish.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • July 30, 2025
Leaders at Sarasota Yacht Club share insight into 100 years of success

Get a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into creating a menu at this club that has served the community for 100 years.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
More than 70,000 students are expected to take advantage of Mote SEA educational opportunities annually.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 7, 2025
Mote SEA opens with a wave of excitement in Sarasota

A sneak preview for members precedes Mote Science Education Aquarium's Oct. 8 opening to the general public.

  • East County
  • News
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