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Jennifer Joseph has collected approximately 80 dolls from about 40 countries.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 19, 2025
Local library volunteer showcases collection of dolls from around the world

Jennifer Joseph has collected what she estimates at around 80 dolls from 40 different countries.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jack's Donuts has been in business since 1961.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • May 25, 2025
Dough not miss the best donuts in Sarasota and Bradenton

Celebrate National Donut Day with crispy, creamy circular creations that will sprinkle you with happiness.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Teachers and student winners of the fifth grade essay content pose for a photo Feb. 25 at Robert Willis Elementary School in Lakewood Ranch. The contest was held by the Manatee County Retired Educators Association.
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • March 5, 2025
Willis Elementary students recall grandparents' love in essay contest

Willis Elementary gets top two spots in Manatee County Retried Educators' Association contest.

  • East County
  • Schools
A freestanding emergency room is now open at 7250 University Parkway.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 29, 2025
Lakewood Ranch-area medical services expand with population

Hospital and safety officials say more facilities can mean better outcomes for the patients due to proximity.

  • East County
  • News
A rendering of the Sarasota Police Department's completed Real-Time Operations Center.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 15, 2025
SPD'S new operations center is already solving crime in real time

Only in its infancy, the Sarasota Police Department's new technology-rich, fully integrated facility managed by an unretired former detective is already paying dividends.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The property at 2100 Main St. is under consideration by Sarasota County as part of its jail-expansion plans.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 22, 2025
Sarasota commissioners reject deal to buy Main Street lot for justice center

The proposal to buy 0.6 acres for $4.875 million failed to reach super-majority approval by the Sarasota County Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jesse Nager stars as Jesus in Asolo Repertory Theatre's production of "Jesus Christ Superstar," which runs through June 28 at FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 3, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for June 6-11

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Jeffrey Kahane, music director of the Sarasota Music Festival, will perform, conduct and teach.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • May 28, 2025
Sarasota Music Festival holds a mirror to history

Festival Director Jeffrey Kahane uses music to explore the past, including that of his own family.

  • Arts + Culture
Platoon Sgt. John Skeen is honored at the Elks Lodge in Lakewood Ranch May 8 on Victory in Europe Day.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 9, 2025
East County WWII veteran knighted into the Legion of Honor

The honor is only awarded to United States veterans who fought on French soil.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Hurricane Milton's strong winds added many downed trees to the debris that was left behind by Hurricane Helene.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 13, 2024
How to get help after Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Local, state and national resources are available for those who suffered losses during both hurricanes.

  • Longboat Key
  • 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
Teens terrorize motorists by tossing tennis balls, other objects at their cars
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 4, 2025
Teens terrorize motorists by tossing tennis balls, other objects at their cars

Young males reported throwing objects from their car at passing vehicles were identified by the license plate. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
A rendering by architect Igor Reyes depicting the two residential towers behind the Mira Mar building on South Palm Avenue.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 22, 2025
18-story Mira Mar development project moves forward

After a daylong hearing, a Comprehensive Plan amendment to facilitate the rehabilitation of the historic Mira Mar building wins unanimous approval of the Sarasota City Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Michael Deshield sings on the balcony.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 27, 2025
Balcony opera performances share the music form with the public

Apprentice artists have joined the lineup in the Sarasota Opera's weekly performance for the public, held each Saturday on the balcony.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Arrival From Sweden, a ABBA tribute band, comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, April 29.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 22, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for April 24-30

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
New Trail Plaza by Blue Sky Communities, with all 90 of its units priced as affordable and attainable, is under construction at 4644 N. Tamiami Trail.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 8, 2025
Affordable housing program takes root in Sarasota

With more than 900 affordable and attainable units in the pipeline, 269 by for-profit developers, Sarasota's efforts to address the city's housing crisis show signs of momentum.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Vicente Rivera, a senior at Lakewood Ranch High School, has been accepted into the United States Naval Academy in Maryland, which has a 9% acceptance rate.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • April 26, 2025
Lakewood Ranch High senior ready to begin career at US Naval Academy

Vicente Rivera says he loves structure so a military academy is a great fit.

  • East County
  • Schools
Members of the town's Planning, Zoning and Building Department attended a community meeting with Gulfshore and Twin Shores residents on Feb. 20.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 25, 2025
Mobile home communities ask for easier permit process to elevate units

Owners wanted to make resilient improvements on their units but were met with a stop work order from Longboat Key's Planning, Zoning and Building Department.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Stillpoint Mission's Marge Slepica, Gene Tischer, Linda Burman, Gary Scott and Jim Keiner and Annual Appeal fundraisers Bob Smith, Diane Brune, Judy Balmer and Bob Keehn celebrate the record $84,017 raised.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 30, 2025
Stillpoint Mission Appeal sets another record for Bob Smith and friends

Time to celebrate charity, and to get some swim lessons, in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Opinion
'Bad Jews' treads a minefield of identity issues
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 20, 2025
'Bad Jews' treads a minefield of identity issues

Joshua Harmon's edgy comedy caps a sell-out season for Sarasota Jewish Theatre.

  • Arts + Culture
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