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By Monica Roman Gagnier |
January 1, 2025

Step out in 2025 with these Sarasota arts events

From "Funny Girl" to "Figaro," here are eight shows that you won't want to miss in the new year.

Arts + Culture

By Dana Kampa |
February 3, 2025

Women's Guild launches new scholarship program

Among other activities kicking off the year, the Women's Guild welcomed dozens of new members.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 5, 2025

Lakewood Ranch resident plans a new path

Event planning makes Peggy Kronus' heart happy, and now she's doing it for herself with a new business, PK Events & Services.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
December 19, 2024

Suspected Lakewood Ranch porch pirates arrested

The Bradenton suspects were seen on doorbell video, deputies say.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
April 24, 2025

Sarasota County Beach cleanup days set for six sites in May

Three beaches in south Sarasota and three in north Sarasota form the basis for the fifth annual Beach Blast Trifecta.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
April 3, 2025

Selby Gardens passes three-quarter mark in Phase 2 fundraising

Work is planned to begin in late 2025 for the second of three rounds of improvements.

Sarasota
News

By Adam Hughes |
April 8, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for March 24-28 in Lakewood Ranch

A Concession home on Lindrick Lane topped the week’s sales at $2.85 million.

East County
Real Estate

By Louis Llovio |
March 27, 2025

Why $30 million listings have come to our area, and why they're here to stay

The high-end waterfront market in the area is getting pricier and pricier, with multiple homes listed for $10 million and up. A few top $20 million — and even a few more are hitting $30 million.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 8, 2025

Teens on electric bikes 'taunt' Lakewood Ranch residents

Residents in neighborhoods along White Eagle Boulevard are fed up.

East County
News

By Marty Fugate |
April 12, 2025

'The Winter’s Tale' looks on the bright and dark sides of life

Shakespeare's classic drama offers tragedy and comedy in the same play.

Arts + Culture

By Observer Staff |
December 23, 2024

2024: Sarasota by the numbers

From hurricane damage to government legal fees, here are some of the most notable figures in 2024.

Sarasota
News

By Vinnie Portell |
December 13, 2024

Soleta Golf Club brings destination golf to Myakka City

The Nick Price-designed golf course officially opened on Tuesday, Dec. 10.

East County
News

By Liz Ramos |
October 1, 2024

Manatee County school district unveils opening plans for K-8 school

The K-8 school in Lakewood Ranch will be open for voluntary enrollment for certain families.

East County
Schools

By Adam Hughes |
April 2, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for March 17-21 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A condominium in Vizcaya on Gulf of Mexico Drive tops the week's sales at $3 million.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

By Janet Combs |
April 13, 2025

Mission Pawssible helps Humane Society of Sarasota County find forever homes for area animals

The entertaining and heart-warming luncheon helped raise funds to rehabilitate stray animals and connect them with new families.

Black Tie

By Jay Heater |
March 13, 2025

Lakewood Ranch author tells his sailing adventures in 'Ocean Speed'

Bob Krieg describes his 3.5-year sail around the world, but the book also gives tips and advice on long-distance sailing.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
April 2, 2025

OLIN accepts Philip Hanson Hiss award at Selby Gardens

The award honored the firm's innovative design work, including its work on Selby Gardens' Master Plan.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
January 27, 2025

Revamped St. Armands restaurant blends new, classic styles

Owners of the newly opened Café on St. Armands blended the familiar feeling of the 100-year-old building with an updated aesthetic, hoping to help revamp St. Armands Circle.