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Salvatore Fiorelli has been working in the fields of his family's property since he was about 10 years old. Photo by Amanda Sebastiano
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • August 13, 2014
Festival celebrates family's heritage, grape harvest

The annual Harvest Festival will host a grape stomp to raise money for the American Cancer Society.

  • East County
  • News
Alana Kutt
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 25, 2014
Sidelines

Local golfer wins championship; Rosedale to hold junior golf camps; Ancient Oak to hold Ole Glory shoot; GSJGA hosts summer event

  • East County
  • Sports
Abby Bannar, Caroline Krupa and Kimmy Comito
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 26, 2014
Sidelines

Local lacrosse players win national tournament; Orioles GCL season underway; GSJGA hosts summer event

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 2, 2014
Letters to the Editor

Changes to Longboat Key affecting my way of life

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • April 17, 2014
Army Corps delays the release of impact study

Sarasota County staff examines its options to independently review the Corps' plans, including an offer from 'Dr. Beach.'

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • April 3, 2014
Save Our Siesta Sands 2 launches nonprofit

The Siesta Key group says the Army Corps' proposal to dredge Big Pass has not been adequately vetted.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Chairwoman of the Sarasota-Bradenton pentathlon foundation Katherine Harris unveils one of the locations of the 2015 Modern Pentathlon.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • October 15, 2014
Selby Aquatic Center, Nathan Benderson Park to house 2015 Modern Pentathlon

The 2015 Modern Pentathlon, to be held Feb. 17 through Feb. 22, will feature events housed at Selby Aquatic Center's Potter Park and Nathan Benderson Park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 28, 2014
Area prepares for world pentathlon competition

The United States will host the World Cup Final of the Modern Pentathlon for the first time in more than 40 years.

  • East County
  • News
The Sarasota High girls basketball team cruised to a 65-41 victory over North Port Dec. 5.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • December 12, 2013
Sidelines

Lady Sailors cruise to victory; Lady Thunder, Lady Blazers tie; Baseball camp to be held at ODA; Orioles to hold ice show

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 22, 2014
Health Calendar

To submit a listing for next month's health calendar, email Robin Hartill by Thursday, Jan. 30. Please include the time, date, location, cost and any other relevant information.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 28, 2021
Longboat Key celebrates third annual Light Up Longboat event

Town residents gathered to spread Christmas cheer and light the oak trees in Town Center Green.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By JL Bainbridge Family Wealth Advisors |
  • February 29, 2024
Will Medicare Missteps Affect Your Retirement?

While the general process for your Medicare plans and options may seem straightforward, it is essential to carefully consider your options.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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Sarasota's Omar Delgado said he was going to "justify the meal" with a Thanksgiving morning run at the Florida Turkey Trot.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 28, 2024
A slice of turkey and a side of love at the Florida Turkey Trot in Sarasota

The beloved event drew 3,693 entries for the 5K and hundreds more for the kids races at Nathan Benderson Park.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Florida Lakes Vein Center |
  • April 24, 2025
Bringing Old-School Care to Modern Vein Treatments: Dr. Lackey’s Approach to Patient-Centered Care

Dr. Lackey's mission is simple: to help his patients feel better and return to what truly matters in their lives.

  • Health
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  • In Memoriam |
  • January 2, 2024
Phillip J. Kreis, Jr.

Phillip J. Kreis, Jr. of Sarasota, FL and formerly of Pittsburgh, PA and Longboat Key, FL passed away on December 18, 2023.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Rob Lorei, anchor of Florida This Week on WEDU PBS moderated the Longboat Key Democratic Club event on Nov. 19. On the panel were Shelley Reback and Jacob Ogles.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 22, 2024
LBK Democratic Club hosts journalists to discuss recent election losses

The club’s Nov. 19 event brought a panel of journalists to discuss and answer questions about state and national election results that favored the Republican Party.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Commissioner Kyle Battie, Santa Claus, Commissioner Jen Ahearn-Koch and the Marketing and Events Director for the St. Armands Circle Association Rachel Burns counted down together to light the St. Armands tree.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • December 8, 2024
St. Armands Circle hosts annual holiday tree lighting

Santa Claus counted down locals and visitors to light the 60-foot Christmas tree in honor of the end of hurricane season and the start to the holidays.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Latraia Savage, singer with Big Z Band, helps kick off the latest Savor the Sounds concert series.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • March 3, 2025
Longboat lets loose at concert series kickoff

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce is holding the second show on March 15, featuring the Dr. Dave Band.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Many bars and restaurants on Anna Maria Island were damaged by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The Drift Inn sits empty on Oct. 27 as repairs are being done. A benefit concert will raise funds for service workers.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 28, 2024
Lynyrd Skynyrd rocks Manatee County to help service industry employees

Proceeds from the Nov. 15 concert will support service industry employees who have been displaced by the hurricanes.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By World Class Dentistry |
  • October 23, 2025
World Class Dentistry: Four Decades of Innovation. One Family. One Mission.

In a world of corporate dentistry, World Class Dentistry stands apart as a family-owned, patient-focused practice guided by decades of excellence. Discover how one Sarasota family is redefining what it means to care for a smile.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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