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By Dylan Campbell |
February 12, 2025

East County Athlete of the Week: Maggie Yull

The sophomore forward has been the offensive engine for the Out-of-Door Academy girls varsity soccer team this season.

East County
Sports

By Observer Staff |
December 18, 2024

Bike theft scam on the rise in Sarasota

The Sarasota Police Department reports a rise in thefts of e-bikes and dirt bikes during online marketplace transactions.

Sarasota
News

By Matt Walsh |
February 19, 2025

Observer recommends

As is often the case on Longboat Key, whenever there is an election for Town Commission, Longboat Key voters have good, competent choices.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
December 24, 2024

It's music as usual for the Perlman Music Program's winter residency

Storm damage in the area didn't hinder the program's 21st season.

Arts + Culture

By Emily Walsh |
September 11, 2024

Extraordinary content

Winning awards is one thing, but making a difference in our readers’ lives and helping our partners grow is our mission.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Eric Snider |
January 30, 2025

Take a trip back to Longboat Key's humble beginnings

From pirates to luxury resorts, discover the fascinating facts behind Longboat Key's unique history as it approaches its 70th anniversary.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
January 11, 2025

Lakewood Ranch blood center needs donations to stock shelves

SunCoast Blood Centers provides blood to area hospitals and the Sarasota Fire Department.

East County
Neighbors

By Petra Rivera |
November 18, 2024

Shore Longboat Key hosts Sarasota Debutantes

Debutantes Camiryn Opstal, Rylie Jackson and Maggie Mays invited all their friends to the island for an elegant brunch inspired by "Breakfast at Tiffany's."

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Dylan Campbell |
December 17, 2024

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Liza Collier

The Sarasota High sophomore was a force to be reckoned with on the girls varsity volleyball team this season.

Sarasota
Sports

By Jim DeLa |
November 21, 2024

Sarasota's labor market may see big shortages

Market analyst says the area's aging population is not being replaced.

Sarasota
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
October 30, 2024

Sarasota Youth Opera provides a home for the next generation of singers

All 74 members of the company will be on stage for "The Hobbit" from Nov. 9-10.

Arts + Culture

By Vinnie Portell |
February 26, 2025

Braden River weightlifter becomes first freshman to medal in school history

Ellen Lehman wrapped up a record-breaking year with a fifth-place finish at states.

East County
Sports

By Observer Staff |
October 25, 2024

Arrest made in Wednesday night fatal crash

Joshua Slieff of Sarasota County is charged with DUI manslaughter and two other charges in connection with a crash at Fruitville Road and Tuttle Avenue.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
December 31, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 2-8

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
January 13, 2025

Cynthia Sayer brings her hot banjo show to Sarasota

A recent winner of the Steve Martin Banjo Prize, Cynthia Sayer got her start by performing in a nursing home.

Arts + Culture

By Carter Weinhofer |
December 11, 2024

Mobility improvements coming to the barrier islands

Focused more on implementation, the Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization plans to complete a Barrier Island Implementation Plan next year.