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Cardinal Mooney junior quarterback Devin Mignery reacts his team's 31-21 loss to Cocoa High in the semifinal game of the Class 2A FHSAA State Championship tournament. Mignery had one passing touchdown and one rushing touchdown in the defeat.
  • By Dylan Campbell |
  • December 11, 2024
Cardinal Mooney, Booker High football both fall in the semifinals

After falling just short of competing for a state title, Cardinal Mooney and Booker High look toward building on what they have for next season.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Gardeners Out East members Carolyn Lowry-Nation, Nancy Schneider and Melodie Friedebach stand by the Gold Star Memorial installed by the club at the Lakewood Ranch Library.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 21, 2025
A Memorial Day service in Lakewood Ranch would warrant a gold star

Move of Tribute to Heroes Parade to November leaves a void.

  • East County
  • Opinion
The blueberries ripen at different times and are sold at $7/pound.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • April 1, 2025
Blueberry season begins at Manatee County farms

Manatee County is part of Florida's south central blueberry production region, contributing to approximately 25% of the state's commercial blueberry acreage.

  • East County
  • News
Dr. Owen Bradley never wanted to pursue a career simply playing an instrument. He knew he wanted to be a band director since he was in 10th grade.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • April 21, 2025
Longtime teacher gears up to conduct the Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble

Owen Bradley has 35 years of experience teaching jazz, concert and marching bands.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
See Hurricane Debby's impacts around Sarasota
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 5, 2024
See Hurricane Debby's impacts around Sarasota

Severe flooding conditions exist on roads in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Laura Muth celebrates landing her first hole-in-one shot at the Women's Golf Association end-of-season party with Terry O'Hare, director of golf.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • May 2, 2025
Women's Golf Association celebrates end of season

The Women's Golf Association of Longboat Key closed out the season with a luau-themed luncheon and a few rounds on the green.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar will open in the Center Point plaza off of University Parkway on Oct. 9.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 5, 2024
Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar set to open in Lakewood Ranch

The bar will open on Oct. 9 in the Center Point plaza off University Parkway.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
The hit musical "Beetlejuice" comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall from April 22-27.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 15, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for April 17-23

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Greg Corban and his wife Katy Corban clean up trash.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 12, 2025
Volunteers implement massive countywide cleanup

Trash collection efforts took place Saturday throughout Sarasota County, contributing to the "Greatest American Cleanup."

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The traditional turkey dinner at the Lazy Lobster
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 20, 2024
Where to get Thanksgiving dinner on Longboat Key

Restaurants gear up to serve holiday favorites on Thanksgiving Day as snowbirds arrive back on the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch flag football coach Eli Weaver (middle) created the East Manatee Monarchs club team to give his players the chance to develop beyond the spring season.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • March 17, 2025
Lakewood Ranch flag football off to record start

A senior-laden Mustangs team has been hard to beat in 2025.

  • East County
  • Sports
Men caught sleeping in Longboat park after hours
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 18, 2025
Men caught sleeping in Longboat park after hours

The two were found asleep in their car, claiming they were tired after fishing. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota Yacht Club plans to build a three-story addition as part of its expansion plans.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 9, 2024
Sarasota Yacht Club presents expansion plans to the city

A three-story, free-standing structure is proposed to meet growing membership demands.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Supplies are being distributed at several locations in Sarasota and Manatee counties for people needed assistance after Hurricane Helene.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 30, 2024
Water, food, supplies available for those needing help after Helene

Resources are standing by across Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The site map shows the existing and planned expansion of Plymouth Harbor.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 22, 2025
Plymouth Harbor retirement community plans major expansion

The addition of 153 more residences and parking structure will help the 59-year-old Plymouth Harbor retirement community reduce its five-year waiting list and parking shortage.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Corvettes on the Circle returned on Saturday to St. Armands Circle after last year's hiatus, celebrating 26 years of bringing together fans of the brand.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • May 5, 2025
Corvette fans rejoice at return of beloved car showcase

Fans of Corvettes on the Circle applauded the event's return this year, which they missed last year due to logistical disputes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Our Lady of the Angels parishioners Theresa Phillips and Ruth Harenchar talk with Chaplain Mary Peterson about the Bradenton Bridge program.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 3, 2024
Our Lady of the Angels supports Bradenton Bridge transition program

The Peace and Justice Ministry buys mattresses for the women transitioning from prison back into the community.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sarasota residents Larry and Susan Siebl were fans of O'Leary's Tiki Bar & Grill before hurricanes Milton and Helene, and they were thrilled to join staff in celebrating the official reopening on Friday.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • May 5, 2025
Rum runner fans rejoice at O'Leary's reopening

Say goodbye to the boat wrecked on this Sarasota Tiki bar's dock and hello to a revamped bay-side experience.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Lakewood Ranch junior centerfielder Carter Sprague leads the Mustangs in hits, runs, batting average and stolen bases this season.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • March 11, 2025
East County Athlete of the Week: Carter Sprague

The Lakewood Ranch junior centerfielder leads the Mustangs in several offensive statistics.

  • East County
  • Sports
County should study traffic before buying admin building
  • By Letter to the Editor |
  • May 13, 2025
County should study traffic before buying admin building

Give animals on University Parkway a brake, one Observer reader says.

  • East County
  • Opinion
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