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By Lesley Dwyer |
February 26, 2025

BMX track draws amateur and pro riders to Myakka City

Aker Brand Farms is a 15-acre BMX training facility and a dream come true for owners Jeremy Smith and Will Grant.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
December 13, 2024

Sarasota neighborhoods light up for the holidays

Neighborhoods in the area are decking homes with holiday displays.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
November 4, 2024

A decision looms for the Longboat Pass Bridge's replacement

Transportation officials are studying options for a new bridge on the north end of Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
News

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 Jay Heater |
February 26, 2025

25 years of spinning tunes for the Elks

Chuck and Phyllis Stolteben celebrate the last quarter century while raising funds for the Elks' Harry Anna fund.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
February 3, 2025

NocheUnidos welcomes bomba group, Mardi Gras Indians to The Ringling

The event, celebrating Hispanic heritage and supporting UnidosNow, welcomed the groups Bomba Yemayá and The 79rs Gang from New Orleans to the Ringling Museum courtyard.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
January 26, 2025

TerraNova hosts its first Combined Driving event in Myakka City

World champion driver Misdee Wrigley Miller of Lakewood Ranch was among the competitors.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
December 27, 2024

School zone speed cameras activate Jan. 6

Speeds outside of six Sarasota schools will be monitored by speed detection devices resulting in $100 fines for offenders.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 4, 2025

Longboat Key almost fully switched to underground utility system

About six switching orders remain and Florida Power & Light anticipates having poles removed by June.

Longboat Key
News

By Jim DeLa |
March 3, 2025

Chad Day Memorial fishing tournament raises funds for Tidewell Hospice

The event has nearly raised $100,000 over its seven years to benefit terminally ill patients.

East County
Neighbors

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 Dana Kampa |
February 11, 2025

Historian to illustrate legacy of musician Paul Simon

The works of an American folk singer/songwriter are set to come to life on Sunday with a lecture and live music.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Vinnie Portell |
February 26, 2025

Young Cardinal Mooney baseball team out to hot start

The sophomore-laden Cougars are silencing doubters after a hot start.

Sarasota
Sports

By Andrew Warfield |
December 10, 2024

Sarasota Orchestra completes design ensemble for new Music Center

The orchestra has selected Houston-based OJB Landscape Architects to work with the design firm to create the Music Center's "sense of place."

Sarasota
News

By Michael Harris |
January 10, 2025

Longboat Key reaches new heights in Salvation Army donations

Despite the hurricanes that hit the Key, Longboaters continued to give for the cause.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
February 6, 2025

Sarasota students face crackdown on cellphone usage

The Sarasota School Board looks to tighten disciplinary policy for cellphone use on campuses.

Sarasota
Schools

By Dana Kampa |
March 5, 2025

Behind the castle gates: Florida sand sculptor gives a glimpse of his craft

Visitors to Zota Beach Resort can see one of Patrick Harsch's latest creations, a sneak preview of what's to come with next month's sand sculpting competitions.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
December 23, 2024

Black Tie Year in Review: 2024 packs in the surprises

After all, what would a social season be without circus acts, picturesque ballrooms and plenty of surprises for those engaged in Sarasota's philanthropic scene?