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Dick Vitale, 86, has been with ESPN since the 1979-80 season and has called over 1,000 games for the network. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2008.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 14, 2026
Vitale reveals a new cancer diagnosis

The 86-year-old Lakewood Ranch resident and sports announcer says treatment begins next week.

  • East County
  • News
One Sarasota Tower is the scene for one of Ethan Hunt’s (Tom Cruise) thrilling action scenes.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 1, 2026
APRIL FOOL: New 'Mission: Impossible' film to be set in Sarasota

Filming is currently underway in Sarasota for "Mission: Impossible – Tropical Reckoning," a film that takes field agent Ethan Hunt to new latitudes.

  • April Fools
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  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • June 3, 2022
Creative team behind 'Hood' dishes on labor and love

Douglas Carter Beane and Lewis Flinn, the couple behind Asolo Rep's "Hood," chat about their creative process and collaborative partnership.

  • Arts + Culture
Out-of-Door Academy juniors and seniors celebrate at 2012’s prom at The Founders Club. Courtesy photo.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 10, 2013
Prom-A-Palooza

Follow the East County and Sarasota Observers through May 18 for prom content and coverage, including feature stories, schedules, photos, contests and more.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 16, 2014
Our view

City breaks St. Armands' trust

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • December 5, 2021
Home on Siesta Drive sells for $6.275 million

Bay Island Shores property is the top seller for Nov. 22-26 in the Sarasota, Siesta Key and Palmer Ranch areas.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
The Elton John tribute concert, "The Rocket Man Show," starring Rus Anderson comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Wednesday, April 16.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 8, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for April 10-16

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The cast of "Shear Madness," which opens May 31 at Florida Studio Theatre.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • May 30, 2023
'Shear Madness' brings hair-raising hilarity to FST

In this interactive murder-mystery comedy, it’s never the same thing twice.

  • Arts + Culture
Randy and Martha Wells
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • August 2, 2023
Husband and wife dolphin researchers balance each other's strengths

Randy and Martha Wells met through the Sarasota Dolphin Research Program and have complemented each other’s strengths ever since.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 12, 2020
Longboat Key Cops Corner: All is well

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Paul Gavin and his band will play Jazz at Two on Friday.
  • By Emily Leinfuss |
  • January 16, 2023
Jazz series showcases regional musicians with traditional performances

The Jazz Club of Sarasota hosts diverse lineup of Southwest Florida talent in its 'Jazz at Two' series this season.

  • Arts + Culture
Mauricio Martínez stars in "Man of La Mancha," which opens May 13.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • May 7, 2023
'Man of La Mancha' is a dream come true for Mauricio Martínez

The noted Latino actor/singer stars in Asolo Rep's twist on the classic Don Quixote musical.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 17, 2022
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Special delivery

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 16, 2009
'They should be locked up'

A man who invested $500,000 with the Sarasota couple accused of running a Ponzi scheme has not received any money and is suing them. He calls them 'crooks who have no morals.'

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 18, 2010
Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Eduardo Anaya |
  • August 6, 2012
PREEN & CHIC: TALK PRETTY TO ME

PREEN & CHIC: TALK PRETTY TO ME

  • Arts + Entertainment
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"It's been great to be able to transition into what you are campaigning for," says Greg Steube. "It's truly an honor to be one of the few people in the state to represent somebody."
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 5, 2011
SEVEN in 11: Greg Steube

After more than two years of campaigning, 32-year-old Greg Steube finally can put his ideas into action as the District 67 representative in the Florida House of Representatives.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Tyler Whitson |
  • October 11, 2012
Clergy, CIW and community members gather for Publix protest in support of Reverend Clay Thomas

Clergy, CIW and community members gather for Publix protest in support of Reverend Clay Thomas

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Enjoy our Letters to Santa
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 25, 2019
Letters to Santa bring children's Christmas wishes to life in Lakewood Ranch area

Letters to Santa bring children's Christmas wishes to life in Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem and Harry Sayer |
  • November 21, 2019
Artists create 'labor of love' at 10th annual Crystal Classic

Sculptors came from all over the world to compete in the competition on Siesta Key Beach.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
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