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By Dylan Campbell |
January 2, 2025

What our Sarasota sports columnist can't wait to cover in 2025

On the water and on the land, Sarasota is set for a big sports year.

Sarasota
Sports

By Ian Swaby |
September 7, 2024

School district revises approach to reading instruction with literacy plan

More literary "coaches" are on the scene to consult with teachers and administrators.

Sarasota
Schools

By Dana Kampa |
March 17, 2025

Bird Key Yacht Club starts countdown to demo day

Members of the Bird Key Yacht Club united for one more evening of fun as they prepared for the rebuild of their 65-year-old clubhouse.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
October 11, 2023

Firefighters prepare for chili cook-off

The 23rd annual Morton’s Firehouse Chili Cook-Off will be held Oct. 15.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Mark Gordon |
February 1, 2024

Gary Kompothecras may be larger than life, but he’s also down to earth

Siesta Key resident and entrepreneur Gary Kompothecras has been called many things. “Creator” is his favorite.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
October 10, 2024

See the impact of Hurricane Milton around Sarasota, Siesta Key

Hurricane Milton made landfall near Lido and Siesta keys at 8:30 p.m. Oct. 9 as a Category 3 storm.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
May 13, 2024

Manatee commissioners ready to talk 'all things Lakewood Ranch'

A County Commission meeting will be held Saturday, May 18 to help those who can't take time off during the work week.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
January 21, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 23-29

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 5, 2025

Engines and lions roar at Big Cat Habitat

The animal sanctuary hosted Sarasota Cars and Coffee on April 5.

East County
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
October 2, 2024

Pickleball club growing with Lakewood Ranch

The club started in 2017 with 40 members and now has over 1,700 members.

East County
Neighbors

'Anne Frank's Tree' grows in Sarasota

Chamber Orchestra of Sarasota will perform the Florida premiere of Victoria Bond's 2023 composition.

Arts + Culture

By Lesley Dwyer |
June 25, 2024

Manatee County approves twice-denied Concession development

Developer Kevin Daves will withdraw an $8.9 million lawsuit against Manatee County.

East County
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 19, 2025

Residents, town compromise on alterations to Country Club Shores project

Country Club Shores residents and Longboat Key staff worked together to address concerns raised by the residents about the turn lane project's curbed medians.

Longboat Key
News

By Vinnie Portell |
January 15, 2025

East County students ready to compete for ribbons at Manatee County Fair

Future Farmers of America students put in months of work to show animals to judges.

East County
Neighbors

By Marty Fugate |
March 15, 2025

Urbanite's 'No One is Forgotten' shines light on plight of hostages

Winter Miller’s play “No One is Forgotten" strips its story to the existential bone. While it's a work of fiction, the play is based on the stark reality of the hostage experience.