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Rebecca Adams, the CEO of Keller Williams Coastal Living II, finishes a Scripture verse that will go to a child in need of a bed.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 8, 2025
Keller Williams' volunteers work on 'Red Day' to put this problem to bed

Company employees provide labor for the Beds for Kids nonprofit on their annual day of service.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Laurence Russell Humphreys Parry (1938-2025)
  • In Memoriam |
  • April 16, 2025
Laurence Russell Humphreys Parry

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Laurence Russell Humphreys Parry on January 7, 2025, at the age of 86.

  • Sarasota
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Brandy Britton of Bringman Roofing and Monica Carruth snap a photo during the Longboat Chamber of Commerce's latest "Off the Clock" networking event at Zota Beach Resort.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • June 2, 2025
Zota Beach Resort sets the scene for local business connections

Longboat Key businesspeople visited Zota Beach Resort for the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce's latest networking event.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By BayView Dental |
  • October 25, 2024
Dental Hygiene Warning Signs & What It Means For Your Overall Health

At home dental care is critical for your oral health, but just can’t replace what a professional cleaning does.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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An aerial view of Quick Point Nature Preserve.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • April 29, 2025
Longboat Key earns high marks in 2025 Citizen Survey

Residents continue to express high satisfaction with the quality of life, and insights show town communications remained strong throughout Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
This is a finished section of the river. The water was barely visible before.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 27, 2025
'Tons of debris' removed from Braden River

Contractors cleared downed trees and debris from River Club Boulevard to Lakewood Ranch Boulevard.

  • East County
  • News
Homeowner hassling construction crew brings law enforcement response
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 11, 2025
Homeowner hassling construction crew brings law enforcement response

Frustrated over construction activity on Golden Gate Point, a resident flails profanity at workers over parking and other issues. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 7, 2011
Trade-in event to benefit Habitat for Humanity

Sarasota County and Manatee County residents may donate their 'gently-used' furniture to local Habitat for Humanity Restore Home Centers, Dec. 9 to Dec. 12, to receive a discount voucher for the purchase of new furniture at The Furniture Warehouse.

  • East County
  • News
Planning Board does an about-face on Fruitville Road development
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 15, 2024
Planning Board does an about-face on Fruitville Road development

Sent back to the board by the Sarasota City Commission after changes, a previously rejected residential project between Fruitville Road and Fourth Street wins approval.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Miami men charged in 2023 Sarasota burglary, fatal traffic collision
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 20, 2025
Miami men charged in 2023 Sarasota burglary, fatal traffic collision

The April 2023 crash killed a motorcyclist from Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Gov. Ron DeSantis made a quick stop at Phillippi Creek Oyster Bar in Sarasota on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024, to survey damage from Tropical Storm Debby.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 7, 2025
Sarasota commissioners OK a range of dredging plans, spending

Officials urge the public to speak up to help expedite work in Phillippi Creek.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Participants of the Citizens Academy visit the Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department for one of the sessions.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • January 7, 2025
Longboat Key readies for 2025 Citizens Academy class

The town of Longboat Key still has seats open for the upcoming Citizens Academy starting on Jan. 15.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The TripleR Atelier was created mostly from recycled parts.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 29, 2025
Sarasota hobbyist used recycled parts to rebuild Volkswagen Beetle

Jae Honda has been working with cars his whole life, from the time he was a child driving them on the beach in Hawaii.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The conceptual design of the new Sarasota Orchestra Music Center by Rawn Associates.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 2, 2025
Sarasota Orchestra reveals conceptual plan for new music center

The concept of the Sarasota Orchestra's new music center features three distinct spaces surrounding a central courtyard.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The KSA Architecture rendering of Saravela shows two towers of varying heights.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 1, 2025
Sarasota Planning Board rejects alley vacation for multifamily development

The two-tower Saravela application moves on to the City Commission without an endorsement from the Planning Board, which cited a lack of a site plan in its recommendation to deny the vacation of Fourth Way.

  • Sarasota
  • News
As commissioners, George Kruse and Bob McCann are required by state statute to remain unbiased when voting on quasi judicial matters.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 19, 2025
How much is too much communication between commissioners and residents?

Manatee County Commissioner Bob McCann's quasi judicial conduct is questioned by fellow commissioners.

  • East County
  • News
Jerry Bickel, founder and executive director of Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre, says his main goal at his shows is to inspire children to immerse themselves in stories and to read books.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • June 5, 2025
One voice as lifetime puppeteer performs at Lakewood Ranch Library

Jerry Bickel, founder and executive director of Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre, thrills local crowd.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The musical "Waitress," with music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, runs through Jan. 5 at FST's Gompertz Theatre.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 11, 2024
Florida Studio Theatre dishes out 'Waitress: The Musical'

Director/Choreographer Ben Liebert shares his recipe for FST's regional premiere.

  • Arts + Culture
The artistry of Pat Neal is building and selling homes, and he continues that journey with the Lakewood Ranch-area's Palm Grove, which hosts a grand opening June 27.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 25, 2025
Palm Grove celebrates its grand opening in Lakewood Ranch area

Pat Neal continues to be a master navigating tumultuous real estate waters.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Ava Horne, a Lakewood Ranch High School graduate, dances her way across the field.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • January 29, 2025
East County high schools finish above state average in graduation rate

Braden River, Lakewood Ranch and Parrish high schools excel through individual attention and identifying at-risk students.

  • East County
  • Schools
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