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Jennifer Hamey
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 12, 2024
Manatee County Commission District 1: Jennifer Hamey

Meet the candidate.

  • Elections
The School District of Manatee County is making progress on its new K-8 school being built in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 23, 2024
Finalists determined for new east Bradenton K-8 school name

The School District of Manatee County is seeking the public's input on the final list of names for the school being constructed off Uihlein Road.

  • East County
  • Schools
Brigette Kubin, owner of the newly opened Three Island Monkeys, shows off the new sweaters the boutique is carrying during this year's "Meet Greet Eat."
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 11, 2025
Up-and-coming business celebrates wins at Meet Greet Eat

The Longboat Key business community took the opportunity to connect with residents at this 19th annual chamber event.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Harper Greene, an 8-year-old Myakka City resident, and Drew Randenburg, a 10-year-old Lakewood Ranch resident, were two of the "crazy cooks" at the camp.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • June 23, 2025
'Crazy cooks' broaden their palettes at The Out-of-Door Academy

In a camp hosted by Pure Imagination Studio and Sarasota Parks and Recreation, 22 campers learned to prepare 10 different meals and desserts.

  • East County
  • Schools
Steve Branham (left) and Deborah Murphy (right) speak at the election forum held on Feb. 9.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • July 2, 2025
Longboat leaders keep pension board selections unchanged

Leadership will remain the decision of town commissioners after the 7-0 vote.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
25 years devoted to liberty
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 2, 2025
25 years devoted to liberty

For a quarter-century on the Fourth of July, we have used this page as a reminder of the magnitude of 1776.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Morgan Bettes Angell carries donations to help those affected by Hurricane Milton to the Lakewood Ranch bus during Ranch Nite Wednesdays at Waterside Place.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 17, 2024
Lakewood Ranch collects supplies for those in need after Hurricane Milton

You can make donations to Hurricane victims on Sunday at the Farmers Market at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Mary Bilkie is one of the original volunteers for Elks Feeding Empty Little Tummies.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 25, 2025
Lakewood Ranch Elks volunteers feed empty little tummies

Elks Feeding Empty Little Tummies packed 14,000 bags of food for school children last year alone.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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
Heather Hackett, the founder of Local Relief, Inc., points to the slat that bears her name as the 2024 C. John A. Clarke Humanitarian Award recipient.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 11, 2025
Local relief nonprofit continues to draw attention in Lakewood Ranch

The weather disaster app grows into a third hurricane season.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Rob Vega shows the aluminum wiring he uses to craft his lightweight, tarnish-resistant jewelry at last weekend's St. Armands Circle Craft Festival.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • June 9, 2025
From aluminum to acrylic, St. Armands gets crafty

Local craftspeople showcased their work at last weekend's annual St. Armands Circle Craft Festival.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Louis Tucci, Luke McMaster and Miles Aubrey star in Florida Studio Theatre's cabaret show, "How Sweet It Is," which runs at the Goldstein Cabaret through Aug. 3.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • July 28, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre gives blue-eyed soul a spot in the limelight

Luke McMaster pays tribute to Lamont Dozier and other Motown songwriters in "How Sweet It Is."

  • Arts + Culture
Angelica Collado, Fernanda Collado, Brigette Kubin and Patricia Collado showcase some of the knitted and crocheted pieces the three sisters hand crafted for Three Island Monkeys.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • July 17, 2025
Longboat boutique features crafts by sister trio

From sweaters to doll clothes, the Collado sisters are sharing their love of knitted works through Three Island Monkeys.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
From left to right: Nick Williams, Donna Portaro and Nicole Bocdin are keeping volunteers energized with healthy snacks.
  • By Carlin Gillen |
  • June 16, 2025
All smiles no trash at Mote's Sea to Shore: Clean and Explore Event

Volunteers of all different ages and organizations came together to celebrate World Ocean Week 2025 and learn more from Mote's Homeschool Students Program.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Cardinal Mooney girls basketball team cheers as its announced as the 3A state champion at RP Funding Center in Lakeland.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • March 5, 2025
Cardinal Mooney girls basketball breaks through to win first state championship

The Cougars leaned on experience and fuel four straight runner-up finishes to beat Jacksonville Bolles 64-54.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Former Kennedy Center President Deborah Rutter talks with Brian Hersh, CEO of the Arts and Cultural Alliance, at an Arts Summit held May 21 at the Sarasota Opera House.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • May 22, 2025
Summit highlights challenges and opportunities for Sarasota arts scene

Potential loss of government funding is offset by upbeat demographics and philanthropy.

  • Arts + Culture
Asolo Repertory Theatre will stage a production of "Come From Away" from Nov. 12 through Dec. 28.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • July 11, 2025
Asolo Rep replaces Billy Joel/Twyla Tharp musical with 'Come From Away'

The update of the hit musical 'Movin' Out' has been shifted to a future season.

  • Arts + Culture
The Bay Plaza Owners Association has been granted aggreived party status, allowing its appeal of the approval of Obsidian to go forward.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 28, 2024
Bay Plaza owners granted status to appeal Obsidian condo tower

The Planning Board's decision to grant aggrieved party status to Bay Plaza Owners Assocation means it may proceed with an appeal of the administrative approval of the Obsidian condo tower.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Interim Sarasota City Manager Dave Bullock looks on during his first City Commission meeting on July 7.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 10, 2025
City manager search firm list narrowed to three

The Sarasota City Commission instructs staff to pursue further communications with three executive recruiting firms in its search for a new city manager.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The beginning of Sarasota's renourishment of Lido Beach is timed to begin after nesting seasons for shorebirds and sea turtles come to a close in late October.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • July 10, 2025
Lido Beach set for new round of renourishment, dune work

New Pass sand will propel project, expected to begin late in 2025.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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