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The Lakewood Ranch High boys varsity golf team finished the season with a cumulative team GPA of 3.254. Seniors (from left to right) Luke Wilson, Henry Burbee and Parker Severs all took pride in their academics in a season that saw the Mustangs finish second in the FHSAA Class 3A state tournament in November.
  • By Dylan Campbell |
  • January 20, 2025
East County student-athletes prove that brains go hand in hand with brawn

Sports teams at Lakewood Ranch and Parrish Community high schools finish at the top of the state rankings for team academics.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Broadway hit "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall from March 18-23.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 11, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 13-19

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Sara and Danny Abercrombie show support for their daughter Allyson by wearing marching band T-shirts and volunteering for the Boosters.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 29, 2025
Braden River High band boosters do more than fundraise

The high school's band director says the parent-led nonprofit is "crucial" to the program's success.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Just off the Legacy Trail north of Bahia Vista Street, the entire neighborhood was flooded from rain from Hurricane Debby.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 29, 2025
Breach may be main culprit of Hurricane Debby flooding in Sarasota

A breach discovered east of Interstate 75 combined with more than a foot of rain to brought catastrophic flooding to miles along Phillippi Creek during Debby.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Columbia Restaurant is known for its authentic Cuban sandwiches, vibrant paella and signature sangria.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 29, 2025
Columbia Restaurant preserves family tradition while evolving with the times

A staple for visitors and locals alike, the Columbia Restaurant shares the legacy behind its tasty traditions.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Shirley Mae Hampton Noyes (1928-2024)
  • In Memoriam |
  • December 3, 2024
Shirley Mae Hampton Noyes

Shirley Mae Hampton Noyes 8/19/28-11/26/24. A full life well lived.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Gabe Moberly hits a jump during an Aker Sunday Session in September before the new track was installed. The cattle are fenced off from the track.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 26, 2025
BMX track draws amateur and pro riders to Myakka City

Aker Brand Farms is a 15-acre BMX training facility and a dream come true for owners Jeremy Smith and Will Grant.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Co-chairs Terri Klauber and Autumn McConnell
  • By Lori Sax |
  • November 18, 2024
Stars align at All Star Children's Foundation's annual Twinkle Ball

More than 300 attended the gala, which supports children and families in the foster care system.

  • Black Tie
The iconic Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Sarasota's "Purple Palace," kicked off its delayed season with "Menopause the Musical 2," on Jan. 4.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • January 8, 2025
Van Wezel reopens after hard work by employees and contractors

After being postponed for more than two months, Sarasota's "Purple Palace" kicks off a sparkling season.

  • Arts + Culture
Chuck and Phyllis Stolteben have been entertaining crowds at the Lakewood Ranch Elks Club for more than 25 years.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 26, 2025
25 years of spinning tunes for the Elks

Chuck and Phyllis Stolteben celebrate the last quarter century while raising funds for the Elks' Harry Anna fund.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Half a dozen models strutted the runway for the Beth Israel Women fashion show.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 11, 2025
More than 100 people turn out for BIW fashion show

Attendees embraced the "Breakfast at Tiffanys" theme for the 2025 fashion show.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Director Peter Amster is directing "Good Night, Oscar" at Asolo Repertory Theatre.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 1, 2025
Director Peter Amster celebrates a troubled genius in Asolo Rep's 'Good Night, Oscar'

Pianist and raconteur Oscar Levant bared his mental health struggles on national TV.

  • Arts + Culture
Rev. David Marshall of All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church, Rev. Julia Piermont of Christ Church of Longboat Key, Rabbi Stephen Sniderman of Temple Beth Israel, Rev. Jeffrey Nunes and Rev. Brock Patterson of Longboat Island Chapel and Rev. Kenneth Blyth of St. Armands Key Lutheran Church.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 9, 2024
Congregations on Longboat Key plan to unite at annual interfaith service

When the community needs a beacon of light, religious congregations started an interfaith ministry to encourage bonding and help between Longboat congregants and residents.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lift Station D at 521 Gulf Bay Road collects sewage from the town of Longboat Key and pumps it to a treatment facility in Bradenton in August 2020.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 20, 2024
March ballot measure to decide if Longboat pursues up to $33M loan

Town voters will determine whether or not Longboat can pursue a State Revolving Fund loan for up to $33 million toward the subaqueous force main replacement project.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Drop anchor and head over to Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall to hear Yacht Rock Revue on Thursday, Jan. 23.
  • 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
Ken Ludwig takes a creative journey with Asolo Repertory Theatre
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 15, 2025
Ken Ludwig takes a creative journey with Asolo Repertory Theatre

Ludwig talks about developing his Asolo Rep world premiere, "Lady Molly of Scotland Yard," in Sarasota.

  • Arts + Culture
Lifestyle investments by SMR brought entertainers such as Sheri Nadelman to Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch to make life just a little brighter.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 12, 2024
SMR takes harder path toward Lakewood Ranch success

Investments in lifestyle and conservation pay off in the long run for SMR.

  • East County
  • Opinion
The top 10 Sarasota athletes to watch in 2025
  • By Dylan Campbell |
  • January 1, 2025
The top 10 Sarasota athletes to watch in 2025

These 10 athletes are poised to have special seasons in the new year.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 4, 2025
Police evict unwanted raccoon from fourth floor of condo

The officer had to handle the situation without backup from animal services. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Rev. David Marshall blesses Spike the bearded dragon.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 4, 2025
Longboat Key Community Open House returns March 8

The annual event spotlights local businesses, organizations and town departments at the Town Center Green.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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