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Sarasota County Schools earned an A rating again from the Florida Department of Education.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • June 28, 2017
Sarasota County Schools earn an A from the state

The district has earned an A every year since grading begin in 2004.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 18, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Adam Strawderman

Thirteen-year-old center fielder Adam Strawderman went 12-for-19 at the plate with five home runs and 17 RBIs to help Lakewood Ranch Little League capture the 11-12-year-old division of the District 26 All-Star Tournament.

  • East County
  • Sports
Big Pass, which has never before been dredged, is the desired source of sand for a long-term Lido shoreline restoration project backed by the Army Corps of Engineers.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 30, 2014
County endorses short-term Lido renourishment

At a workshop today, the Sarasota County Commission encouraged city staff to maximize the potential of a Lido Beach renourishment project scheduled for later this year.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Cooper Vollmer, a six-year-old, participates in riding therapy on his horse, Carly.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • April 25, 2018
East County nonprofits gear up for Giving Challenge

Donations over a 24-hour period often are crucial to a nonprofit's services.

  • East County
  • News
Whitney Beach Plaza owner Ryan Snyder is performing studies to see if a hotel is viable on the plaza site. (Kurt Schultheis)
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 15, 2015
Can the north end handle a hotel?

The owner of Longboat Key's Whitney Beach Plaza knows the plaza can’t sustain itself with leases in place, so he’s investigating if the site can accommodate a 100-room boutique hotel.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 7, 2022
Bay Island Shores home sells for $4 million

A home on Bay Island Shores tops sales this week at $4 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Joseph Holt was appointed artistic director of Choral Artists of Sarasota in 2011.
  • By Edward Alley |
  • July 8, 2019
Collaborations rang free at Choral Artists of Sarasota July Fourth concert

'Sounds of Independence' impressed with a partnership between the vocalists, Cedric Hameed and Sarasota Concert Band.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Cardinal Mooney striker Alex Turner scored the lone goal in the Cougars Class 2A-Region 3 victory Feb. 2.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 4, 2016
Sarasota Sidelines: 02.04.16

Sarasota Sidelines: 02.04.16

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The Lakewood Ranch Silver Stars performed two routines at the 2016 UDA National Dance Team Championship Jan. 29 through Jan. 31. (courtesy photo)
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • February 10, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Pirates milk chemistry to produce team success

  • East County
  • Sports
Impact fees are one-time fees charged to developers after the completion of construction projects to help cover the cost of increased stress placed on county infrastructure. File photo.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 17, 2021
Manatee County impact fees to be set soon

Manatee County seeks public input about latest impact fee study

  • East County
  • News
Alejandro McCurry-Oliver, Aisha Quadir and Alia Quadir. Photo courtesy of Eve Johnston.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 21, 2013
SCHOOL BOARD BULLETIN

When in Rome; Ciao, Italia; Student talent

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Kate Honea and Ricardo Graziano in Ashton's "Birthday Offering" in 2013. Photo courtesy of Frank Atura.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • April 9, 2014
The Principal Guide to Ashton

Sarasota Ballet dancers weigh in on their favorite pieces to see in the upcoming Ashton Festival.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Gabriel Jiva |
  • November 19, 2020
The Jolly Rancher: A Great Epiphany

A marital dispute takes an unexpected turn down the rabbit hole of Christmas traditions — and timing.

  • LWR Life
Kelly Brown blows by a Lakewood Ranch High defender.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 14, 2017
Sarasota High junior has flourished through toughness

Sarasota High junior has flourished through her toughness.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Maddie Koczersut makes the winning throw for her team.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • March 16, 2018
Dodging for good

Lakewood Ranch high school students give back to a local charity.

  • East County
  • News
Security is a concern at events not only at  Larry and Mary Greenspon Family Campus for Jewish Life but also at temples, such as this new-member event at Temple Emanu-el.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 14, 2021
Jewish Federation granted $1 million for security upgrades, training

State money approved as part of a larger package to help prevent anti-Semitic violence.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 25, 2010
Habitat celebrates its 25th anniversary

Habitat for Humanity Sarasota will hold a celebration this weekend in honor of its 25th anniversary at the Habitat for Humanity Restore, 2095 17th St.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 1, 2011
Registration dates announced for Miss Manatee Softball

The Miss Manatee Softball League will hold registration for its upcoming fall season from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Aug. 20 and 27 and 6-8 p.m., Aug. 31 at the Miss Manatee Softball complex behind the Lakewood Ranch High stadium

  • East County
  • Sports
Cast of Asolo Rep's production of "Both Your Houses." Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 23, 2015
THEATER REVIEW: 'Both Your Houses'

Maxwell Anderson's Pulitzer Prize-winning 1933 play, "Both Your Houses," is now in session at the Asolo Rep.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • June 12, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, June 13

Take a look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Sarasota and Venice — from a one-night-only Venice Theatre show to an exhibit at Wyland Gallery.

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