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Sarasota Scullers rowers Laura Corbett-Brown and Karen Wiegandt show off their medals.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 2, 2018
Sarasota rowers find success in Masters Regatta

Many people from the area took home gold

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Courtesy photo.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 11, 2012
Kiteboarding: Anywhere the Wind Blows

Lakewood Ranch High alum Drew Christianson has been kiteboarding for the past years and has his sights set on one day turning pro.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By David Conway |
  • March 6, 2014
Homeless park on Pineapple

Nearby businesses say they are being harmed by the increasing encampment of homeless the past few months at Pineapple Park.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
"Becoming Dr. Ruth" runs through July 27, at Florida Studio Theatre.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • June 29, 2014
THEATER REVIEW: 'Becoming Dr. Ruth'

Mark St. Germain's 'Becoming Dr. Ruth' tells the story of Dr. Ruth Westheimer in a one-woman play at Florida Studio Theatre.

  • Arts + Culture
Moore’s Stonecrab Restaurant co-owner Alan Moore Moore intends to file a site plan and a special-exception permit to the Planning, Zoning and Building Department in the coming weeks.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 16, 2015
Moore's plans for brand-new restaurant

Moore's Stonecrab Restaurant co-owner Alan Moore is prepared to file a site plan soon that calls for tearing down his 47-year old eatery and building a new one.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 28, 2011
OUR VIEW: North Trail hypocrisy

The politicians on the Sarasota City Commission talk a good talk about redeveloping North Trail.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Al Hixon plays the drums at last year's service.
  • By Kelsey Grau |
  • February 7, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: Jazz Worship Service

Enjoy rich rhythms and sensational sounds at the Jazz Worship Service this Sunday, Feb. 9. Entering its twenty-first year, this popular program features Al Hixon, a well-known drummer and jazz director in the Sarasota area, and several other talented musicians, all of whom were part of nationally acclaimed jazz bands at one time.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 15, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, June 16

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 30, 2019
Girls Inc. celebrates a year of success

The Girls Inc. 31st Annual Celebration Luncheon was held April 30 at Sarasota Municipal Auditorium.

  • Black Tie
Two Marines have carried this flag to Vietnam, Philippines, Guam, Qatar, Israel, Jordan, Okinawa, South Korea DMZ and Iraq.
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 6, 2019
Veterans Day 2019: Thank you for your service

On the eve of Veterans Day, a personal story and gratitude to those who serve.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • February 21, 2018
Fashionista Donna Koffman shares her style tips, tricks and secrets

Take a peek inside Donna's "unique, whimsical, and a little edgy" closet.

  • Black Tie
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 29, 2021
East County weather page photo: April 22

Scott Veix captured this pair of bald eagles fixing up their nest for their young eaglet on White Eagle Boulevard in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Donna Swan |
  • May 25, 2011
Deal Us In

To jump-shift or not to jump-shift?

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 8, 2014
Longboat: top issues to watch in 2014

We compiled a look at some of Longboat Key's most pressing issues.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 11, 2021
Longboat Key Club golfers get in an essential round

Golfers dressed up as essential workers for the most recent member-guest day at the club.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
David Conway The revamped fountain area has been in use for two weekends.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 13, 2014
Farmers Market offers children's activities

The Sarasota Farmers Market now offers a variety of activities for families after expanding its boundaries to Pineapple Park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • July 31, 2014
Ice Ice Baby

Everybody loves something cold and sweet, especially on a hot summer day.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
When Gracie McMinn gets tired of walking during the Heart Walk, her dad carries her the rest of the way. Gracie loves cheerleading and is learning to play tennis.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • September 22, 2011
Young survivors share their heartfelt stories

Ten-year-old McLain Miller has a scar down the center of her chest. She calls it "her zipper."

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Bruce Rodgers retires Dec. 31. Courtesy phot
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • April 3, 2019
Scene & Heard 04.04.19

Here's a look at the A&E news of the week with Hermitage Artist Retreat, Embracing Our Differences and Asolo Repertory Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Seva Anthony and Erica Reynolds star in "Master Class."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • August 10, 2015
'Master Class' is now in session at The Players

Terrence McNally’s “Master Class” is now in session at The Players.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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