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By Observer Staff |
October 29, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Oct. 31-Nov. 6

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Ian Swaby |
November 18, 2024

McIntosh Middle Fall Festival celebrates the season and the school's offerings

Now in its second year, the fall festival brought together departments from throughout the school for activities, crafts and more.

Sarasota
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
October 27, 2023

City's 'one-stop shop' for developments takes step closer to completion

The new building brings the city of Sarasota's public works, engineering and code enforcement under one roof.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 12, 2024

Sunset Volleyball keeps sand between their toes at Waterside Place

MVP Sports organizes pickup league games every Wednesday night at Waterside in Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 12, 2025

Suncoast Waterkeeper releases 2024 water quality report

The report shows trends in the region's concentrations of enterococci, a bacteria that is a fecal matter indicator.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
August 19, 2024

Second Toast Local event serves up craft beers and spirits for a cause

The event provided a tasting of craft beers and spirits while also supporting the community.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
September 3, 2024

Lakewood Ranch golfer Jordan Brown turns heads on national tours

Jordan Brown, a junior at IMG Academy, won Underrated Tour and American Junior Golf Association events in August.

East County
Sports

By Vinnie Portell |
February 4, 2025

Lakewood Ranch student advances to finals of nation's top science contest

Addison Shea has been named a top 40 finalist in the Regeneron Science Talent Search.

East County
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
January 11, 2025

2 luxury condo towers to replace Pier 550 on Golden Gate Point

The Sarasota Planning Board has approved Amara, a two-tower, 54-unit luxury condominium project.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
October 9, 2024

Students bring ideas to life in Booker High's Film & Animation program

The program provides students with professional-grade equipment and financing to complete their own films.

Sarasota
Schools

By Observer Staff |
October 31, 2024

Breeze Airways adds multiple routes from SRQ

The premium low-cost airline adds service to and from seven destinations.

Sarasota
News

By Petra Rivera |
January 7, 2025

Seaplace Condominiums hosts its annual polar plunge for new year

On Jan. 1,residents jumped in the Gulf of Mexico to start the new year off fresh.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
September 23, 2024

Lakewood Ranch's Dick Vitale finishes final cancer treatment

Vitale's belief in staying positive and having faith keeps him strong during his latest battle with cancer.

East County
Neighbors

By Matt Walsh |
February 20, 2025

Are we doubters or doers?

The naysaying is bubbling up over the cost of a new performing arts center. But as we’ve said before, this is not a decision for today; it’s for the next 50 years.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Dylan Campbell |
January 14, 2025

Lakewood Ranch boys soccer charges toward the postseason

The Mustangs look to rectify last season's loss to North Port High in the district tournament later this month.

East County
Sports

By Carter Weinhofer |
August 6, 2024

Police respond to guest angry that resort doesn’t sell cigarettes

A guest at a local resort caused a scene after being upset that the resort didn’t have cigarettes for sale. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.