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  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 8, 2015
DiPino picks deputy chief from within ranks

Sarasota Police Chief Bernadette DiPino has chosen interim Deputy Chief Pat Robinson for the permanent position.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Whitney Beach on Longboat Key becomes the sixth beach in the Bradenton, Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key area to receive a new beach recognition.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 21, 2013
Whitney Beach receives award

A Longboat Key beach has received notification it meets a national environmental certification program.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission seized a monocled cobra, among seven venomous reptiles, from a Sarasota man last week.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • July 30, 2014
Sarasota man caught with illegal deadly snakes

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission last week charged 20-year-old Nick Mitchell with unlawful possession of venomous reptiles, including four cobras.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Local residents buy the necessary resources to stay safe during Hurricane Irma at BJ's Wholesale.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • September 5, 2017
Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton brace for Hurricane Irma

The county to give out sandbags in Lakewood Ranch in preparation for the potentially "catastrophic" Category 5 hurricane.

  • East County
  • News
Most Sarasota County offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 21, 2024
Most Sarasota County offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday

The holiday will also affect most county services.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Hugh Culverhouse Jr. donates wine collection to church auction
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 23, 2024
Hugh Culverhouse Jr. donates wine collection to church auction

All proceeds from the online-only auction of 300 bottles will benefit Church of the Redeemer.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Badger Bob's Team |
  • July 22, 2021
Refrigerant and Replacement

The R-22 Reason to Upgrade Your A/C

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sponsored Content
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 27, 2009
Longboat sidewalk project begins

Gaps in the sidewalk on the west side of Gulf of Mexico Drive will be filled in as part of a $298,864 project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dr. Robert Hueter, of Mote Marine, co-authored a paper that outlines four classifications to better describe human interactions with sharks.
  • By Katie Hendrick |
  • February 6, 2013
New study urges society to alter references to shark behavior

Mote Marine scientist says sensational headlines distort real risks of shark 'attacks.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Photo courtesy of Lou Newman
  • By Katie Johns |
  • August 31, 2016
Lido black skimmer colony thrives, despite Colin

The storm washed away all their nests, but the skimmer carried on with a high populating season.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Owen Peacock, 9 and Ellie Rodgers, 9, make hot dog buns.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 10, 2024
Kids work together to create tasty dishes at Young Chefs Academy

The company focuses on teaching kids the "joy and value" of cooking.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
All Star Children's Foundation Co-founder Graci McGillicuddy and Debbi Wheeler
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 4, 2024
Graci McGillicuddy will be inducted into Florida Women's Hall of Fame

The Sarasota philanthropist founded the All Star Children’s Foundation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Anisa Mycak, Tania Vitvitsky and Christine Mariconda
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 26, 2025
Humanitarian recounts late 2024 trip to Ukraine, at Selby Library

Tania Vitvitsky shared her observations in the Ivano-Frankivsk, Kyiv and Lviv regions in August and September 2024.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Jim Shirley, executive director of the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County, strives to bring back a large and inclusive arts and cultural festival to downtown Sarasota.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • April 29, 2015
Festival for All Seasons

The Arts and Cultural Alliance, library system and Sarasota County Schools collaborate to revive two long-dormant arts events with a reimagined InspireSarasota!

  • Arts + Culture
Store manager Jessica Siriphokha celebrates the reopening of the Lilly Pulitzer on St. Armands Circle on April 17.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 17, 2025
Longtime Lilly Pulitzer fans share approval of remodeled shop

Six months post-storm, Lilly Pulitzer celebrates reopening on St. Armands Circle.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Alexander Stuart plays Lee, a former high school football star whose life unexpectedly intersects with that of Leigh, a do-gooder statistician played by Rachel Moulton, in FST's "Paralyzed."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 4, 2023
'Paralyzed' explores duality of life in gripping world premiere at FST

A suicide note sparks spirited soul-searching in Florida Studio Theatre's play "Paralyzed."

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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 29, 2011
Longboat seeks density assistance

Town officials hope elected officials can help exempt the town from a state bill that prohibits a density referendum.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Braden River Nature Park is a great place to enjoy nature and get some exercise to shift your perspective.
  • By Jess McIntyre |
  • August 19, 2021
Back at the Ranch: Combating COVID Fatigue

After this prolonged period of stress, one thing remains paramount: taking care of yourself.

  • LWR Life
Extraordinary content
  • By Emily Walsh |
  • September 11, 2024
Extraordinary content

Winning awards is one thing, but making a difference in our readers’ lives and helping our partners grow is our mission.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
There will be a special screening of a video of the New York performance of "Clowns Like Me," starring Sarasota actor Scott Ehrenpreis, on TK at Sarasota Rising's Living Arts Festival on Saturday, Nov. 16.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • May 22, 2024
'Clowns Like Me' returns to FSU's Cook Theatre before heading to NYC

The one-man show tells the story of Sarasota actor Scott Ehrenpreis' struggle with mental illness.

  • Arts + Culture
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