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By Observer Staff |
May 19, 2025

WBTT to host third annual Juneteenth Arts Festival

The festival takes place June 22 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's campus.

Arts + Culture

By Emma Burke |
June 7, 2025

Bottoms up on the best bourbon toasts in Sarasota and Manatee counties

Celebrate National Bourbon Day neat, on the rocks or crafted into cocktail magic.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Andrew Warfield |
March 23, 2024

Sarasota County taxpayers on the hook for $270,000 in legal fees

The Sarasota County Commission approved settlement agreements on attorneys' fees for Siesta Key hotel opponents.

Sarasota
News

By Vinnie Portell |
April 8, 2025

East County Athlete of the Week: Savannah Adams

Lakewood Ranch senior placed first in two track events at the Wally Keller Invite.

East County
Sports

By Marty Fugate |
January 20, 2025

The Observer's theater critic's picks for 2025

Sarasota's live theater companies share the human stories that often remain untold.

Arts + Culture

By Eric Garwood |
May 7, 2025

Experts set to talk hurricane preparedness with Sarasota

Local, state and federal speakers are planned for Thursday night Community Conversation.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
June 2, 2025

Myakka City welcomes two baby warthogs

Willow and Winnie are 7 weeks old sisters who now live at the Sarasota Parrot Conservatory.

East County
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
April 12, 2025

EGGstravaganza hosts more than 700 children at Waterside Park

Those children make more than 10,000 plastic eggs disappear in an instant.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
June 15, 2025

Longboat approves one-time increase in Chamber of Commerce grant

The town of Longobat Key usually makes a $7,500 annual contribution to the Chamber of Commerce, but Mayor Ken Schneier suggested an increase to help with hurricane relief.

Longboat Key
News

By Madison Bierl |
May 19, 2025

Mona Jain Middle of Lakewood Ranch hosts its second annual Art Show

Digital and traditional art pieces were featured at the show using different mediums.

East County
Schools

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 12, 2025

Will more lanes solve traffic concerns in Manatee County?

Commissioners say their priority should be to improve existing infrastructure as opposed to adding more lanes.

East County
News

By Andrew Warfield |
February 23, 2025

Hyatt redevelopment nears city staff sign-off, appeal hearing pending

With partial city staff sign-off in hand, Kolter Group still faces an appeal to the City Commission over claims of adverse impact on Quay Block 1 and other irregularities.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
May 5, 2025

The Juice Pod is open on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

After a series of setbacks, owners Tali and Jeremy Williams are up and running with the brand's first Florida franchise.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Vinnie Portell |
May 26, 2025

East County Athlete of the Week: Nick Cinelli

Cinelli had eight receptions, a touchdown and two interceptions for Braden River.

East County
Sports

By Marty Fugate |
February 2, 2025

Lady Molly is on the case at Asolo Repertory Theatre

Ken Ludwig’s "Lady Molly of Scotland Yard" cracks the code for a World War II farce on the Asolo Rep stage.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

By Andrew Warfield |
April 29, 2025

Recovery costs leave city in a fund balance crunch

Entering budget season, the city of Sarasota is down to $19.2 million in its general fund balance while still facing $17.4 million more in 2024 storm recovery.

Sarasota
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
April 21, 2025

Sarasota Ballet tries to catch Ashton's 'Wedding Bouquet'

Not all the guests are pleased about the nuptials, the dog least of all.

Arts + Culture

By Ian Swaby |
March 19, 2025

Community finds a spotlight at Sarasota County Fair

Held from March 14-23, the fair features rides, food, livestock exhibits, entertainment and more, with chances for community members to showcase their own projects.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
June 20, 2025

Longboat Key Freedom Fest leader returns to head annual celebration

After a busy year of pushing forward community development projects, including at the park where the Fourth of July fest takes place, Susan Phillips is leading the celebration as the marshal.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
March 20, 2025

2025 arts summer camps in Sarasota, Manatee

Check out the arts camps available in Sarasota and Manatee counties this summer.

Summer Fun Guide

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