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The Market on Longboat Key was a hit when it debuted about two years ago.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 17, 2023
Market on Longboat Key returns, now with preorders for baked goods

After a one-year hiatus, the outdoor market will set up shop on the Town Center Green once a month from December to April.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The new and updated version of the Unconditional Surrender will get a Presidential facelift.
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • April 1, 2025
APRIL FOOL: DeSantis to recast Unconditional Surrender as the Trumps

The governor has included an amendment in an existing bill to fund the project that will replace the sailor and nurse in the iconic Sarasota statue.

  • April Fools
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
Sarasota County's most popular beach reopens Saturday.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • October 24, 2024
Siesta Key Beach set for Saturday reopening

Sarasota County staff have been at work ensuring a safe and accessible environment for the beaches.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Belinda Bauer and Pete Haselhorst join the community cleanup.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 3, 2025
Community cleans nearly 500 bags of storm debris

Longboat Key community members joined a large-scale volunteer effort to clean Gulf of Mexico Drive from remaining storm debris

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ellen Lehman took fifth place in the 119-pound weight class in the 2A Olympic category at the girls weightlifting state championships on Feb. 14.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • February 26, 2025
Braden River weightlifter becomes first freshman to medal in school history

Ellen Lehman wrapped up a record-breaking year with a fifth-place finish at states.

  • East County
  • Sports
A rendering of One Park by Imerza shows the 18-story residential tower on Block 1 of The Quay.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 2, 2024
One Park marks the start of construction

In addition to a ceremonial groundbreaking, the developer of the final Quay project throws a party to mark the start of construction.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Guests dine under a tent in Ken Thompson Park for the Lawn Party during the 2022 event.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 17, 2025
Longboat Lawn Party, delayed until March, now canceled

The Kiwanis event, usually held in December, was delayed because of the hurricanes and is now pushed until its traditional date.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
George Kruse is running for re-election in District 7. The Kruse family from left to right: Alexander, Olivia, Jessica and George.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 6, 2024
Manatee Commissioner George Kruse goes grassroots for reelection

Kruse is running for reelection to the at-large District 7 seat.

  • East County
  • News
Senior catcher Ella Trandem smiles as she helps her teammates practice their hitting with some soft toss.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • March 26, 2025
Winning is no sweat for Riverview softball

An undefeated start has been secondary for a Rams team focused on fun.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Food Services Manager Melissa Phillips
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 18, 2024
Riverview High staffer reflects on years with the district

After joining the school district in 1998, Melissa Phillips, a food and nutrition services manager, says there’s still nowhere she’d rather be.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Alie Jefferson, left, playing the part of King Achashverosh, and Naomi Hinckley, as the advisor perform during the Purim play Sunday at Temple Emanu-El.
  • By Michael Harris |
  • March 9, 2025
Pure delight at Sarasota's Temple Emanu-El Purim Carnival

The ancient holiday of celebration event boasts costumes, revelry and, of course, cookies and cupcakes.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
ODA's Allen Clark powers to one of his four touchdown runs in the 29-26 loss to Jupiter Christian in the SSAC 5A semifinal Friday in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Dylan Campbell |
  • November 9, 2024
Jupiter Christian ends ODA football team's season, 29-26

ODA won't get a chance to defend its state title despite 253 rushing yards from Allen Clark.

  • East County
  • Sports
Andrew Libecki and his art
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • February 26, 2024
Longboat Key Festival of the Arts brings unique artists to the island

Browsers found art made from surfboards and vintage buttons at the annual fest at Town Center Green.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Joan Leonard, the community liaison for Suncoast Blood Centers in Lakewood Ranch, hopes the shelves can be fully stocked with blood for the next hurricane.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 13, 2024
SunCoast Blood Centers looks for donations

Hurricane Debby further depleted the nonprofit's inventory, which already has yet to return to pre-COVID-19 donations.

  • East County
  • News
Attendees get busy in a Lego building zone.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • December 31, 2024
BrickUniverse Lego expo event postponed to November

The Lego fan expo, originally scheduled for Jan. 4-5, will now be held Nov. 22-23.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By JL Bainbridge Family Wealth Advisors |
  • June 27, 2024
401k Plans: Set and Forget?

Five Common Mistakes That Lead to Disappointing 401k Experiences

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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Storm debris sits outside multiple stores at St. Armands Circle. Sarasota County’s two public drop-off sites for debris will soon close.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 18, 2024
Storm debris drop-off sites in Sarasota County to close Nov. 23

Sarasota County’s two public drop-off sites for residential vegetative storm debris will close permanently at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, the county announced Monday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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
Poor phone etiquette at medical offices is preventing patients from connecting with the necessary medical care they deserve.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 4, 2024
Please answer the call for better doctor's office support

Trying to reach the talent and technology of the health care system can be infuriating.

  • East County
  • Opinion
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