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Remy, who was 2021's highlight dog, made his return at Project Pride SRQ's 2022 pet parade.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 17, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Oct. 19-25

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Homes for rent for less than six months will now be required to register as rentals with the town of Longboat Key.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 9, 2023
Residential Rental Registry takes effect, aimed at organizing town rentals

The new registry that went into effect on Oct. 1 applies to residentially zoned properties that are rented to vacationers.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Mirabai Holland |
  • May 19, 2024
How to take care of your bone health

May is Osteoporosis Awareness Month. Here's what you need to know to be your healthiest.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The new ultrafiltration membranes at the Lake Manatee Water Treatment Plant can filter 50.4 million gallons of water per day.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 21, 2024
Elevated algae levels might cause harmless musty taste in drinking water

Powder-activated carbon is being used by Manatee County to treat the elevated algae levels.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Bequest |
  • February 5, 2024
Bequest Platinum Event: How To Solve Your Income Challenge in 2024

Join us at Art Ovation Hotel on Feb 22nd 2024, 6-8pm EST, Live Event

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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Asolo Repertory Theatre puts its own stamp on its production of the hit Broadway show, "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 20, 2024
Asolo Repertory Theatre weaves a 'Beautiful' tapestry

Asolo Rep tells the musical story of Carole King's life with more than song.

  • Arts + Culture
Observer recommends: Manatee
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 24, 2024
Observer recommends: Manatee

Recommendations for the Manatee County Commission, School Board, Supervisor of Elections and Property Appraiser races.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Main Street Creamery scoops up over 30 flavors of Yoder’s Southern Creamery ice cream.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • August 18, 2024
Here's the scoop on the best ice cream treats in town

Beat the heat with sundae bliss in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch and Anna Maria Island.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Man's immigration papers disappear while working out of town
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 1, 2025
Man's immigration papers disappear while working out of town

Thinking it was abandoned, a man's roommate sent his suitcase allegedly containing important documents to his mother in Texas. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
The 20-acre water park is proposed for the northeast corner of Tom Bennett Park.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 6, 2016
Water park proposal now public record

A request to redact documents was denied.

  • East County
  • News
Jeremiah Gonzalez, a senior at Braden River High School, went from a shy, quiet freshman in Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps to serving as the program's battalion commander this year.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 8, 2024
Braden River High senior's key to graduating: Keep moving forward

Jeremiah Gonzalez overcomes mental health challenges and focuses on focuses on positivity to get to graduation.

  • East County
  • Schools
The Lakewood Ranch Little League 12U All-Stars have dreams of reaching Williamsport, Pennsylvania, and the Little League World Series.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 24, 2024
Lakewood Ranch U12 All-Star team has World Series dreams

Coach calls Gustavo Omana the best 12-year-old player in Florida.

  • East County
  • Sports
The new pavilion will be built with steel and cement. It will also feature a more open layout.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • December 3, 2024
Pavilion construction progresses at Greenbrook Adventure Park

The roof of the Lakewood Ranch park pavilion should be in place in January.

  • East County
  • News
Brooke Turner stars as Margot, Zia Lawrence plays Maxine and Mark Benninghofen plays Inspector Hubbard in Asolo Rep's production of "Dial M for Murder."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 5, 2024
Asolo Rep redials the 1950s classic 'Dial M for Murder' with a twist

Director Céline Rosenthal keeps her eye on the ball so the audience doesn't get lost.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Braden River Library is one of seven locations in the Manatee County Public Library System.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 15, 2024
Don't be a knucklehead. Take an eBay class at the Braden River Library.

Mike Ivankovich, an eBay guru, offers free seminar about how to buy and sell online.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Luna Cassandra and August Ray walk across the bridge.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 30, 2024
Project Pride marches 700-foot flag over Ringling Bridge

Project Pride described the event as an opportunity to "light the bridge our own way."

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Loud argument over commitment issues causes hotel disturbance
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 24, 2024
Loud argument over commitment issues causes hotel disturbance

After five years, she wants him to put a ring on it, leading to shouting at a downtown hotel. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
The planning board has approved the site plan for Calypso Sarasota on North Tamiami Trail.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 15, 2023
Concerns over 'factory appeal' of Tamiami apartments give way to approval

By a 3-2 vote, the 224-unit Calypso Sarasota on Tamiami Trail and 42nd Street can be built with conditions that include raising the foundation above street level.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The yellow outlines show the properties being proposed for two more housing developments along State Road 64.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 11, 2024
Will new residents sound off about racetrack noise?

Two more housing developments are being proposed within a few miles of two racetracks in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
A wide, shelled trail offers a shady walk through the Johnson Preserve at Braden River.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 11, 2024
Johnson Preserve relaunches with completed amenities

The preserve features a shelled path, a pavilion, a kayak launch and a small parking lot.

  • East County
  • News
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