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By Madison Bierl |
April 12, 2025

EGGstravaganza hosts more than 700 children at Waterside Park

Those children make more than 10,000 plastic eggs disappear in an instant.

East County
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
May 26, 2025

Planning Board sides with The Strand residents against apartment project

A developer proposes 58 apartments between North Tamiami Trail and The Strand condos in a matter to be settled by the City Commission.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
May 19, 2025

WBTT to host third annual Juneteenth Arts Festival

The festival takes place June 22 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's campus.

Arts + Culture

By Ian Swaby |
June 3, 2025

Riverview High School graduates take the next step

Some 470 graduates took to the stage at Robarts Arena.

Sarasota
Schools

By Emily Leinfuss |
November 18, 2024

Village Idiots continue their mission to make roadways safer for cyclists

In a place with plenty of clubs and groups, the Village Idiots Cycling Club of Lakewood Ranch stands out, both in longevity — 15 years — and its core mission of bringing people together through a common passion.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 15, 2025

Longboat likely to encumber $1.7M in costs for Broadway Roundabout

The new costs come as the Florida Department of Transportation takes on responsibility for the project but said some costs are still on the town’s dime.

Longboat Key
News

By Petra Rivera |
September 17, 2024

Shawn Leven creates Friends of Pickleball on Longboat Key

The Longboater is pursuing nonprofit status for the group with the goal of making the sport more accessible on the Key.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 19, 2025

Hurricane damage to Sand Branch Creek stretches its neighbors thin

Manatee County is stepping in to repair the damage hurricanes Debby and Milton left behind.

East County
News

By Vinnie Portell |
May 15, 2025

Booker football regroups after losing head coach

The Tornadoes' goals remain high despite the loss of Head Coach Scottie Littles.

Sarasota
Sports

By Emma Burke |
June 7, 2025

Bottoms up on the best bourbon toasts in Sarasota and Manatee counties

Celebrate National Bourbon Day neat, on the rocks or crafted into cocktail magic.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Ian Swaby |
March 19, 2025

Community finds a spotlight at Sarasota County Fair

Held from March 14-23, the fair features rides, food, livestock exhibits, entertainment and more, with chances for community members to showcase their own projects.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
May 5, 2025

The Juice Pod is open on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

After a series of setbacks, owners Tali and Jeremy Williams are up and running with the brand's first Florida franchise.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Madison Bierl |
May 19, 2025

Mona Jain Middle of Lakewood Ranch hosts its second annual Art Show

Digital and traditional art pieces were featured at the show using different mediums.

East County
Schools

By Carter Weinhofer |
September 10, 2024

Construction vehicle whacked traffic cones

Residents call police to report a crush-cones-and-run case. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Lesley Dwyer |
June 2, 2025

Myakka City welcomes two baby warthogs

Willow and Winnie are 7 weeks old sisters who now live at the Sarasota Parrot Conservatory.

East County
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?