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Arcadia's Whitley Stewart earns a high score for staying on the bull so long during the Dakin Bull Bash April 19 in Myakka City.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 20, 2025
Dakin Bull Bash attracts hundreds to Myakka City

The Elite Bullriders Association event includes mutton busting, bull riding and barrel racing.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Cheif Lee Whitehurst and Fire Commissioner Garry Lawson celebrate another East County fire station opening.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 26, 2024
East Manatee Fire Rescue opens new Myakka City station

The new station replaces the old Station 11 located at 10215 Wauchula Road.

  • East County
  • News
Ann MacClellan will open her third Island Kids Child Care Center. She has two locations in Grand Island, New York and will tentatively open her third location Nov. 18 in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 12, 2024
Island Kids Child Care Center to open in Lakewood Ranch

Owner Ann MacClellan seeks to put her passion for education into caring for children.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital |
  • May 19, 2025
Steffany’s story: Finding Purpose in Rehabilitation

“I was living a completely normal life. I worked full time, went to school full time and was always on the go,” she said.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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The rear of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall stands just feet away from Sarasota Bay.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 2, 2025
Early draft reports suggest the Van Wezel is 'obsolete'

Purple Ribbon Committee members submitting their draft portions of the final report lean toward no reuse of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall if replaced by a new facility.

  • Sarasota
  • News
At the 2024 gala, friends Erica Molinar and Jessica Mendez cheers to Mendez's good health and the much needed financial support she received from the Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation after being diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2022.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 18, 2025
Lakewood Ranch foundation to host murder mystery gala

The Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation is hosting Mystery Under the Stars on March 1 at The Ora in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
St. Armands experienced catastrophic flooding from Tropical Storm Debby, Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton in 2024.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 15, 2025
Sarasota County mulls stormwater turnover to the city

Sarasota County environmental staff recommends exiting interlocal agreement to oversee the city's stormwater management system.

  • Sarasota
  • News
How we compare
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • May 21, 2025
How we compare

Living in a capitalistic, competitive society, we all like to know how we compare. Are we best? Worst? First? Last?

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Some houses along Gulfside Road were completely destroyed.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • September 28, 2024
Longboat Key works to recover from 'truly historic' storm

Facing gas leaks, water main breaks and electricity problems, officials are urging residents that the island is not ready to welcome them back yet.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A preliminary plan for the 32-acre site of the new Sarasota Orchestra Music Center off Fruitville Road near I-75.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 11, 2025
Sarasota Orchestra receives $50 million gift

An anonymous donation of $50 million will help the orchestra realize its goal of building its new Music Center on Fruitville Road.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sutter Roofing came to the aid of the Ski-A-Rees water ski team recently with the company's massive crane to help lift the bleachers out of the water. The bleachers had blown into Sarasota Bay as a result of Hurricane Milton.
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • November 3, 2024
Sarasota roofing firm provides pick-me-up with crane for water skiing nonprofit

Despite seeing his business multiply after the storm, the president of Sutter Roofing believes it's important to take time out to help the community.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Nya Chambless transmuted childhood loss into her feature film, “My Guardian Angel.”
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • April 16, 2025
Teen director makes her debut with 'My Guardian Angel'

Booker High student Nya Chambless pays tribute to a childhood friend with her Sarasota Film Festival premiere film.

  • Arts + Culture
Mark Richardson talks to the committee about the town's sandbag operations.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 14, 2024
Emergency management committee reviews town storm procedures

The second meeting for the new committee included guest speakers from town staff to talk about Public Works, reentry and communications.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Key Chorale artistic director, CEO extends contract for 10 years
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 21, 2025
Key Chorale artistic director, CEO extends contract for 10 years

The symphonic chorus also announced vocalist hires and staff promotions.

  • Arts + Culture
Cheryl Taub has been drawing since she was old enough to hold a crayon.
  • By Su Byron |
  • March 27, 2025
These Key artists take inspiration from their surroundings

Local creators share how their home bases on Sarasota's barrier islands give them an artistic boost.

  • Arts + Culture
Scott Collins plays bass at a Timeless Tributes concert.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 30, 2025
Staff carry on tribute concerts amid Sarasota Classic Car Museum closure

A series of tribute concerts is now being held at Columbus Banquet Hall on Fruitville Road.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Longboat resident's idea deserves a spot at the park
  • By Michael Harris |
  • February 12, 2025
Longboat resident's idea deserves a spot at the park

Dogs with disabilities, permanent or temporary, still need exercise at their local park.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Members of Church of the Redeemer all stand together to sing American Classics led by Choralmaster, Sam Nelson.
  • By Carlin Gillen |
  • July 5, 2025
Sarasota church celebrates Fourth of July with special gathering

The Church of the Redeemer celebrates Independence Day with barbeque, music, prayer and fireworks.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Joe Dowling, former artistic director of both the Guthrie Theatre in Minneapolis and the Abbey Theatre in Dublin, is directing Asolo Rep's production of "Dancing at Lughnasa."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 17, 2025
The past is present in Asolo Rep's 'Dancing at Lughnasa'

For Joe Dowling, directing Brian Friel's play is like visiting an old friend — and making a new one.

  • Arts + Culture
Ilee Finocchiaro and Danielle Curtis met in 2023 and began to formulate a plan to merge the two nonprofits they helped run.
  • By Laura Lyon |
  • February 17, 2025
SMART joins forces with a similar nonprofit

Two nonprofits with a similar focus — helping people through horse therapy — have merged into one organization.

  • East County
  • News
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