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By S.T. Cardinal |
December 10, 2025

Longboat firefighter receives rare Medal of Honor award for action

Given only twice in the past 15 years, the medal was one of several awards given out at the Longboat Key Fire Department's annual program.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
November 20, 2025

Siesta Key condo replacement measure denied by county

A proposed county Comprehensive Plan amendment would have permitted older, nonconforming condo communities to voluntarily rebuild at outdated density and other standards.

Siesta Key
News

By Observer Staff |
November 8, 2025

Sarasota Sheriff's Office kicks off toy drive Dec. 1

The toy drive benefits Teen Court of Sarasota, the All Star Children's Foundation the Florida Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office and other organizations.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Marty Fugate |
November 24, 2025

Mark Twain is alive and well and living in Sarasota

Twain impersonator Alan Kitty is launching a festival to honor the noted author's 190th birthday.

Arts + Culture

By Lesley Dwyer |
December 1, 2025

Families flock to UTC for the holidays

The entertainment and attractions are open through Jan. 4.

East County
Neighbors

By Janet Combs |
November 15, 2025

Wine, Women & Shoes steps up in support of Forty Carrots Family Center

The annual fundraiser welcomed more than 400 partygoers to The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota Nov. 14 to raise money for parent and children services.

Black Tie

By Jack Nelson |
December 11, 2025

Family legacy endures with Cardinal Mooney wide receiver

Mason Jordan, a longtime starter for the Cougars, is the latest in a line of elite athletes.

Sarasota
Sports

By Madison Bierl |
December 3, 2025

Sodi Pop, billed as a healthier product, comes to Lakewood Ranch High

Jason Huh, who graduated from Lakewood Ranch High School in 2003, never thought his own product would be sold at his alma mater.

East County
Business

By Jack Nelson |
December 6, 2025

Cardinal Mooney football headed to state championship

In a feat of vengeance, the Cougars shut out the Tigers, continuing their hunt for a third state title.

Sarasota
Sports

By Dana Kampa |
November 19, 2025

Craftswoman fabricates marine critters to support ski group

The Ski-A-Rees sound technician has a talent for crafting miniature crabs, which she offers by donation to support the City Island-based group.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
November 10, 2025

New mayor calls hiring city manager the first order of business

After two years at the helm of the city, Sarasota Mayor Liz Alpert has passed the gavel to Debbie Trice.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
November 12, 2025

Lawyer gets propositioned by pretend pervert client

A female attorney reports receiving lewd texts. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Adam Hughes |
November 18, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for Nov. 3-7 in Lakewood Ranch

A home in Lake View Estates at Lake Club topped the week’s sales at $3.725 million.

East County
Real Estate

By Eric Garwood |
November 6, 2025

Midnight Pass monitoring funded for another year

Sarasota County approves $500,000 to continue the program to watch for changes in waterway.

Siesta Key
News

By Dana Kampa |
December 3, 2025

Furry face of St. Armands salon immortalized in new mural

Ludmil Iliev, a muralist specializing in animals, brought his talents to Gauthier Salon & Wellness Spa on St. Armands Circle.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By David Verinder |
November 5, 2025

Sarasota Memorial celebrates a century of care

Sarasota Memorial Hospital President and CEO David Verinder shares his thoughts about the complex's 100 years.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Jack Nelson |
November 24, 2025

Cardinal Mooney grad builds his own lacrosse training school

At just 25, Vinny Mercadante is quickly becoming a premier private lacrosse coach, one of the few in the state.

East County
Sports

By Dana Kampa |
November 29, 2025

St. Armands Black Friday seems less brisk this year

Some shop owners said they were surprised last year's Black Friday shopping seemed busier than this year's, despite hurricane challenges.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
December 10, 2025

Changing millage review process a top priority among Manatee commissioners

Finding a way to cut taxes is a top priority, but finishing improvements on Lorraine Road is not.

East County
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
November 4, 2025

Rep. Steube to headline 2025-26 speakers for Longboat Republican Club

After taking the slow summer season off, the Republican Club of Longboat Key is kicking off its slate of monthly meetings on Nov. 12 at the Sarasota Yacht Club.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

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