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Joe Rendace and Amber Nelson are eager to read and critique each other's work through the Novel and Screenplay Critique Group in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • October 21, 2025
Lakewood Ranch writers come together to critique one another's work

The Novel and Screenplay Critique Group is led by Joe Rendace, who says feedback is important to create successful stories.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch's Payton Marshall, along with her mother-in-law Marie Marshall, cheer on No Filter. The band played at her wedding on June 22, 2024.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • October 3, 2025
Ranch Nite Wednesdays returns in Lakewood Ranch after summer break

The weekly event is back every Wednesday through May with food trucks, music and cornhole.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Eddy Ossa welcomes grand opening attendees into CreArte Latino.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • December 29, 2024
CreArte Latino enters the new year with a new space

The organization, which serves as a creative hub for the Hispanic/Latino community, held the grand opening for its space on Dec. 9.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Florida Studio Theatre's production of "Jersey Boys" runs through May 25 at FST's Gompertz Theatre.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 6, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for May 8-14

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 26, 2025
Grant will fund pedestrian, bike safety education effort in Sarasota

The Sarasota Police Department will focus on seven roadways in an education forward high-visibility enforcement initiative.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Samantha Biggs, an assistant principal at Lakewood Ranch High School, received the 2025 Yale Educator Award after being nominated by former student Addison Shea, who now attends Yale University.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • September 16, 2025
LRHS instructor nominated for Yale award by former student

Samantha Biggs, now the assistant principal at Lakewood Ranch High School, received the 2025 Yale Educator Award.

  • East County
  • Schools
An "Under the Sea" candy bar at the Gulf Coast Heat Homecoming delivered everything needed for a sugar fix.
  • By Janet Combs |
  • February 12, 2025
February is the sweetest month — for nonprofits as well as candyholics

The social season is in full swing this month with a plethora of happenings and tidbits from those who attend them.

  • Black Tie
The subaqueous wastewater pipeline was damaged by corrosion from resting against a log or tree stump, spilling about 11 million gallons of sewage before being repaired, according to a Longboat Key permit support document.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • August 27, 2025
Design nearly complete for replacement of ruptured sewage line

Longboat Key needs to replace a 50-year-old metal sewage line with a plastic pipe that will travel under Sarasota Bay to a Manatee County treatment center.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Artist Series Concerts' executive director goes back to the future
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • August 24, 2025
Artist Series Concerts' executive director goes back to the future

Keren Shani-Lifrak returns to the arts after a stint in real estate.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Retina Group of Florida |
  • September 25, 2025
Bringing Compassion and Expertise to Retina Care

At The Retina Group of Florida, Dr. Jie Sun delivers the same caring expertise that once helped her own family.

  • Health
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Benny Sato Ambush is the artistic director of the Venice Theatre.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • May 15, 2025
Benny Sato Ambush steps down as artistic director of Venice Theatre

Ambush helped the community theater rebound from COVID and Hurricane Ian.

  • Arts + Culture
Longboat cops respond to Jet Skiers gone wild in Sarasota Bay
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • September 2, 2025
Longboat cops respond to Jet Skiers gone wild in Sarasota Bay

Police were called on rogue Jet Skiers ignoring no wake zones. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Ryan Gandy has lived in Sarasota for 21 years, but started with the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program in 2024. This November, he will take over as the new executive director of the program.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • October 6, 2025
Sarasota native picked to lead Sarasota Bay Estuary Program

Ryan Gandy describes Sarasota Bay as a unique habitat that's a "well-respected jewel" more accurately described as a coastal lagoon, not a bay.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jesse Nager stars as Jesus in Asolo Repertory Theatre's production of "Jesus Christ Superstar," which runs through June 28 at FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 3, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for June 6-11

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Flooding in Pinecraft during 2024's Hurricane Debby prompted an emergency response.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 9, 2025
Sarasota County sides with auditor on no stormwater rate hikes

Sarasota leaders heard about a new approach to weighing drainage projects.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Zaylie Ellis of Sailor Circus, walks the tightrope.
  • By Carlin Gillen |
  • July 17, 2025
Unusual educational opportunities abound in Sarasota

From circus skills to hands-on marine biology experience, here are some of the unusual experiences that can enhance education in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
The cast of "Cabaret" gets ready for their close-up at the Kit Kat Club, the setting of the musical set in Weimar-era Berlin.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • July 30, 2025
The Sarasota Players stages a thrilling, chilling 'Cabaret'

Sarasota Players brings Kander and Ebb's sexy, ominous musical to a round stage.

  • Arts + Culture
Lucas Lindbloom, 5, his mother Ana Lindbloom, sister Isabella Lindbloom, 15, and father Thomas Lindbloom
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 4, 2025
Sarasota City YMCA branch kicks off summer camp with pancake breakfast

The breakfast for families preceded the start of the traditional and aquatics summer camps.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Braden River High junior running back David Louis tries to find a hole against the Sarasota defense.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • September 3, 2025
Talented junior pivots to starring role for Braden River High's football team

David Louis, the Pirate defensive end-turned-running back, has taken up the offensive mantle in an uncommon way.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor |
  • August 28, 2025
Financial Focus® Look At Your Financial Situation Holistically

When planning for your financial future, bring all elements of yourself into the picture.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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