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By Carter Weinhofer |
November 20, 2024

Longboat Key Club Friars raise $15k for grounds crew affected by hurricanes

The group raised $15,000 in 10 days to appreciate the crew's hard work and help them with their own recovery.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Janet Combs |
December 13, 2024

Not all fundraisers are fancy

Tidbits from the Black Tie social season, including toy drives, celebrating Marines and efforts to ensure a nice Christmas for all.

Black Tie

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

By Janet Combs |
January 27, 2025

Social scene chills out as end of January nears

Our chilly weather coincided with a brief pause in black tie events before peak season really heats up.

Black Tie

By Petra Rivera |
November 22, 2024

Cannons Marina co-owner talks to Longboat Key Kiwanis Club

David Miller shared his stories of growing up on Longboat Key since his family moved to the island in 1955.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
January 5, 2024

Haile Middle to offer new opportunities with 10-classroom addition

The addition, expected to be complete in the spring, will expand the school's robotics and agriscience programs.

East County
Schools

By Dylan Campbell |
December 4, 2024

Cougars volleyball coach immediately saw leadership qualities in Russell

Cardinal Mooney senior Izzy Russell committed to play beach volleyball at Austin Peay State University just five years after taking up the sport.

Sarasota
Sports

By Liz Ramos |
October 29, 2024

Empty Bowls in Lakewood Ranch will support hurricane relief

Meals on Wheels Plus' CEO Maribeth Phillips says hurricanes have increased the need.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
February 10, 2025

Shell show provides education and shell spectacle

The event, hosted by the Sarasota Shell Club, combined artistic and scientific displays.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
June 7, 2024

Manatee County schools will spend $1.4 million on weapon detection screeners

Firearms detection systems will be placed at each high school and randomly at middle schools starting on the first day of school.

East County
Schools

By Observer Staff |
September 24, 2024

Hundreds of vacation rentals still not registered with the city

Deadline to register vacation rentals with the city of Sarasota is Dec. 31. Some 600 unregistrated properties remain.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
December 30, 2024

Black Tie events in 2025: Choose your own adventure

There are too many events this social season to attend them all. Here's a guide to help you navigate the parties and nonprofits that fit you best.

Black Tie

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 15, 2025

Unlike recent years, Longboat will have a contested commission race in 2025

The last contested Town Commission race was in 2018, and since then, the island has lacked campaigning and competition for the town's most powerful board.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
October 9, 2024

Sarasota Memorial Hospital set to ride out Hurricane Milton

Facilities are self-sufficient and ready for Hurricane Milton, SMH CEO David Verinder says.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
December 10, 2024

Sarasota Orchestra completes design ensemble for new Music Center

The orchestra has selected Houston-based OJB Landscape Architects to work with the design firm to create the Music Center's "sense of place."

Sarasota
News

By Janet Combs |
November 26, 2024

Wine, Women & Shoes Sarasota knocks the socks off its porcelain anniversary

Forty Carrots Family Center's largest fundraiser of the year did not disappoint with a dynamic fashion show and fabulous footwear.

Black Tie

By Andrew Warfield |
February 13, 2025

SPAC proposal pared to two buildings estimated at $407 million

Instead of four structures, the architect for the Sarasota Performing Arts Center has scaled plans back to two buildings with an option for a future second, smaller theater.