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Leaders throughout the Sarasota area, including Lakewood Ranch and Longboat Key, have expressed a desire in expanding pickleball offerings.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 29, 2018
City, county consider pickleball options

Sarasota officials see opportunities to capitalize on the sport's sustained popularity.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By The Insider |
  • April 6, 2013
7 Must See Movies: 4/6 SARASOTA FILM FESTIVAL

7 Must See Movies: 4/6 SARASOTA FILM FESTIVAL

  • Arts + Culture
Courtesy photo Nokomis Volunteer Fire Department Chief Steve Kona has been in his position for a year and a half.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • February 6, 2014
A helping hand for the rescuers

The Nokomis Volunteer Fire Department purchased new protective gear for its firefighters thanks to a donation from the Casey Key Foundation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Keith Davey
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 20, 2011
INCORPORATION Q&A: Incorporation Study Group

Proponents of the incorporation of Lakewood Ranch answer readers' questions.

  • East County
  • News
Soul Crooners artists Sheldon Rhoden, Charles Manning, Nate Jacobs, Leon S. Pitts II and Michael Mendez — Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • May 8, 2019
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe keeps heart of soul music alive at Ed Smith

It takes a big team to put on WBTT's upcoming ’70s Soul Party performance at Ed Smith Stadium.

  • Arts + Culture
Nick interviewed several notable artists during his time at the Observer, one being Dylan McDermott at Sugar Meets Selah on Feb. 27, 2016 at The Francis. Photo by Rich Schineller
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 27, 2017
Letter from the Editor: A Curtain Call

After six years at the Observer, Nick Friedman is moving on.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By The Insider |
  • April 1, 2013
SHANLEY CASWELL: Sarasota Film Festival Interview

SHANLEY CASWELL: Sarasota Film Festival Interview

  • Arts + Culture
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 19, 2018
Cops Corner: Sarasota 7.19.18

Cops Corner, Sarasota

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • March 4, 2020
Sarasota County School Board sets superintendent timeline

The board plans to have a new superintendent hired by June 22.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Sunday dinners draw anywhere from 12 to 24 family members and are always held at Gloria and Greg Bracciano’s house in the Country Club.
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • November 21, 2019
To one group of Lakewood Ranch relatives, family always comes first

At a time when families seem to be moving farther apart, four generations of Braccianos did the opposite. Over Sunday dinner, the tight-knit Michigan clan explained why they flocked to Lakewood Ranch together.

  • LWR Life
Flight to the North Pole organizer Sidney Ettedgui (right) pictured with Larry Morris, 9, who will attend the event for the fifth year in a row.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • November 21, 2019
Charity Snapshot: Taking Flight

Going on 34 years, a seemingly under-the-radar charity gives terminally ill children exceptional cheer through gift-giving and a big ol’ holiday party.

  • LWR Life
Walters
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 27, 2015
Dora Walters goes by the book for readers

You saw her byline countless times during her 26 years at the Longboat Observer, but now, retired Senior Editor Dora Walters' byline appears on her new book, 'Rewind...Playback: A Collection of Life's 'Little' Memories.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sugar, a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, is being rehabilitated at Mote before being released on the east coast of Florida.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • December 11, 2017
Mote takes in New England sea turtles

Ten turtles from New England Aquarium arrived at Mote on Dec. 8 in banana boxes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Dave Brenner led the parade as Grand Marshal last year.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • June 7, 2017
Cannons Marina Wants You!

Cannons Marina will give $500 in cash to the most patriotic business participating in the Freedom Fest parade.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Bre Brown.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 17, 2018
East County Athlete of the Week: Bre Brown

The ODA junior talks playing defense and learning to be easier on herself

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Bonnie Silvestri |
  • November 8, 2012
Chalk up another year to success!

Chalk up another year to success!

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 16, 2020
Longboat Key Town Hall showcases local artists

For many years, the town of Longboat Key has provided a space for local artists to shine.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • November 1, 2013
Weekend Best Bets: Friday, Nov. 1

Weekend Best Bets: Friday, Nov. 1

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Evelyn Townsend said she spends hundreds of hours working on her quilts.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 17, 2018
Lakewood Ranch quilter recognized at Florida Quilt Competition

Central Park resident's artistry honored at prestigious show.

  • East County
  • News
Photo by Matthew Holler
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 24, 2016
When comedy attacks: FST presents 'Laughing Matters'

'Laughing Matters Vol. 5: Lock the Gates!' sources current events for a grab bag of humor.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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