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Shelton Quarles poses for a photo with Rowan, 4, Madison, 3, and Grayson Izaguirre, 6. If they were superheroes, Rowan would be the Hulk, Madison would be a unicorn and Grayson would be Spiderman.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • June 14, 2025
Dad's Day Block Party attracts sports fans and superheroes

Meet and greets with former Buccaneers player Shelton Quarles and former Lightning player Jassen Cullimore were the main attractions.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Former School District of Manatee County Superintendent Jason Wysong
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • May 20, 2025
Manatee School Board fires superintendent

Mainly citing concerns over communication, the Manatee County School Board on Tuesday fired Superintendent Jason Wysong with just over 13 months remaining on his contract.

  • East County
  • Schools
Lakewood Ranch Gymnastics' EmmaGrace Kelly, Natalie Thomas and Alyssa Orgen are headed to West Chester University, George Washington University and the University of Kentucky respectfully.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 29, 2024
3 Lakewood Ranch gymnasts earn their shots at competing on collegiate level

Alyssa Orgen, Natalie Thomas and EmmaGrace Kelly put in mental and physical work to reach this point.

  • East County
  • Sports
A customer hauls in a catch aboard Capt. AJ Grande's charter boat.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 12, 2025
Sarasota County pauses commercial boat licensing plan

Hurricane damage to both water access Sarasota County parks and the charter fishing and sightseeing industry prompts a delay in implementing a permit program for use of public docks and launches.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Manatee County Commission will make its final decision May 6.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 22, 2025
Traffic calming requests streamlined by Manatee County

The Traffic Management Division receives about 800 service requests a year, many of which are seeking solutions for neighborhood roads.

  • East County
  • News
Parrish 2-year-old Faris Akel decided to look through the holes of the giant Connect 4 game instead of playing the traditional way at UTC Kids Club Wednesday.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • April 24, 2025
UTC Kids Club: Gameland offers small children a host of activities

Geared toward children under 6, the event is hosted at The Green at UTC on the fourth Wednesday of every month.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch resident Regina Morris has kept medals and running bibs from each of the marathons she's run in all 50 states.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • July 8, 2025
Lakewood Ranch resident shows resolve in 50-state marathon quest

Regina Morris hasn't let injury, travel or age stop her from reaching the finish line.

  • East County
  • Sports
Former School District of Manatee County Superintendent Jason Wysong
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • April 30, 2025
Manatee County teacher accused of inappropriate behavior resigns

A parent of a child at B.D. Gullett Elementary urged the school board to terminate the fifth grade teacher instead of accepting his resignation.

  • East County
  • Schools
Commercial parcels like this one at 24th Street and North Tamiami Trail are candidates for redevelopment under Sarasota's new commercial centers and corridors affordable housing program.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 4, 2024
Affordable housing will be incentivized in Sarasota's commercial areas

Despite neighbors' concerns, incentives are now in place to bring attainable residences to the city's commercial corridors and centers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Carlos E. Haile Middle School is undergoing a campuswide renovation and will have a new 10-classroom addition.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 5, 2024
Haile Middle to offer new opportunities with 10-classroom addition

The addition, expected to be complete in the spring, will expand the school's robotics and agriscience programs.

  • East County
  • Schools
Euphemia Haye Restaurant, 5540 Gulf of Mexico Drive, reopens tonight.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 22, 2025
Euphemia Haye says it will reopen on Friday

Social media post announces reopening for Memorial Day weekend.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Emily Ann Brooks takes center stage in Florida Studio Theatre's "Dames at Sea."
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • June 16, 2025
'Dames at Sea' director makes a splash at Florida Studio Theatre

Former theater kid Ben Liebert has directed eight shows in the past year at FST.

  • 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
Heath Saunders plays Judas in Asolo Repertory Theatre's production of "Jesus Christ Superstar," which closes June 28.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 24, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for June 26-July 2

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
It's best to ease into an exercise program that will make you look and feel fabulous.
  • By Mirabai Holland |
  • June 28, 2025
Take charge of your health now. Don't put it off until later.

Listening to your doctor can lead to exciting diets and exercise plans to make you look and feel healthier.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The Sarasota County Administration Center is at 1660 Ringling Boulevard.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 7, 2025
Sarasota County to host job fair June 19

Sarasota County will place a special emphasis on veterans during its job fair on June 19.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Attorney Brenda Patten addresses the Planning Board as (from left) consultant Philip DiMaria and historic preservation specialist architects Igor Reyes and Rick Gonzalez look on.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 19, 2025
Developer accused of scare tactics over Mira Mar preservation

The either/or scenario of twin condo towers to provide capital to preserve the historic structure, or a 10-story apartment "box," was continued by the Planning Board until April.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Fifth graders Jaleeyah and Journee mix the coffee cake.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 8, 2025
Girls Inc. girls bake coffee cakes in honor of Virginia B. Toulmin

Girls Inc. members cooked the dessert, a favorite of philanthropist Virginia Toulmin, in honor of their one-year scholarships to Young Chefs Academy.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Rose Marie Stieber (1928-2024)
  • In Memoriam |
  • April 8, 2025
Rose Marie “Rosie” Stieber

Rose Marie “Rosie” Stieber, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to all, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, at age 96.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Donors Jack and Priscilla Schlegel with Sarasota Orchestra Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero (left) and CEO Joe McKenna (right).
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 16, 2025
Sarasota Orchestra receives major gift from longtime patrons

Jack and Priscilla Schlegel have pledged $10 million toward construction of Sarasota Orchestra's planned Music Center.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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