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By Andrew Warfield |
January 9, 2025

Barbara Ford-Coates recalls a career of fun in Sarasota tax office

Losing her husband and her first election over a span of two months, long-time Sarasota County Tax Collector Barbara Ford-Coates looks toward "the next celebration around the corner."

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
October 30, 2024

High at Hart's Landing

Two men regain consciousness and walk away after denying being under the influence of narcotics. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Petra Rivera |
November 11, 2024

St. Mary's Women’s Guild hosts handmade Christmas market

St. Mary Star of the Sea Women’s Guild hosted its annual Christmas Bazaar on Nov. 9.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
August 13, 2024

Swollen Sand Branch Creek batters east Bradenton residents

The water surge from Hurricane Debby caused over $125,000 in damages and left sinkholes in its path.

East County
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
July 22, 2024

Save Our Seabirds' education programs take flight

Director of Outreach and Avian Care Sarah Rubin said the educational ramp-up will start at the end of summer.

Longboat Key
News

By Beth Luberecki |
November 6, 2024

This family foundation has hands-on science learning at its heart

The Faulhaber Family Foundation — founded by a Casey Key couple — seeks to help local students fall in love with science through hands-on experiences.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
July 10, 2024

The Sarasota Ballet takes London by storm

The company's Royal Opera House residency was a stunning success.

Arts + Culture

By Petra Rivera |
September 25, 2024

St. Armands Circle and Longboat residents prepare for Hurricane Helene

Business owners plan to stay up for most of Wednesday and close on Sept. 26 for safety concerns due to the incoming hurricane.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
September 25, 2024

School Board of Manatee County adds safety and security to tax referendum

If renewed, the 1-mill property tax referendum will support providing security at after-school events and funding security enhancements.

East County
Schools

By Carter Weinhofer |
December 31, 2024

Longboat Key Cops Corner: Best Animal Calls of 2024

Sometimes, the officers of Longboat Key find themselves acting as animal control for the island's residents.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Lesley Dwyer |
January 7, 2025

Bridge Club stimulates mental exercise at Lakewood Ranch YMCA

Members of the Lakewood Ranch YMCA Bridge Club say the game is challenging and fun.

East County
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
January 25, 2024

For Cardinal Mooney boys basketball, there are no small roles

The Cougars complement their high-level scorers with gritty competitors unafraid to mix it up under the hoop.

Sarasota
Sports

By Jim DeLa |
September 10, 2024

New speaker series in Sarasota hopes to inspire rising entrepreneurs

"Disruption, Innovation & Opportunity" is set for Sept. 23.

Sarasota
News

In Memoriam |
December 3, 2024

Marianne Beckett

It is with great sorrow and much love that the family of Marianne Ondocin Beckett announce her peaceful passing at home on November 25, 2024.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Vinnie Portell |
January 1, 2025

McNeal Elementary teacher named a finalist for Educator of the Year

Through her 18 years of teaching, Stacy Freeman's work goes beyond the classroom

East County
Schools

By Ryan Kohn |
August 16, 2024

Cardinal Mooney High football beats Booker High in preseason clash

Both teams made showstopping plays in a 45-32 Cougars home win.

Sarasota
Sports

By Matt Walsh |
December 4, 2024

Insanity: St. Armands floods

Given St. Armands Circle's economic importance, it makes sense to explore preventing annual flooding.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Carter Weinhofer |
October 26, 2024

LBK condo federation informs residents about post-storm recovery

The federation hosted a virtual webinar that involved restoration experts, insurance adjusters and town personnel to share helpful tips to prepare for and recover from storms.