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The late Mary Jo Reston (right) with Mercedita O’Connor in 2017.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 16, 2025
FST receives big legacy gift

Long-time patron Mary Jo Reston is honored by Florida Studio Theatre for $1.25 million bequeath.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Amy Farrington, Mike Bennett, Scott Farrington and Jacob Farrington celebrate Scott Farrington's win for the republican nominee of the supervisor of elections. He will face write-in candidate Thomas Dell in the general election.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 13, 2024
Scott Farrington takes over as Manatee supervisor of elections

The former chief of staff in the elections office will return to the office as its supervisor.

  • East County
  • News
Playful hair pulling reported as battery
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 26, 2025
Playful hair pulling reported as battery

Platonic friends face police scrutiny after a man pulls a woman's hair because "she likes it," he said. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota Yacht Club built a playhouse for a Harvest House campus.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • August 12, 2024
Sarasota Yacht Club builds a playhouse for Harvest House

Club members teamed up to fund and build a playhouse for children who live at Harvest House campuses.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Myakka River State Park gives people an opportunity to see a variety of wildlife while exploring its trails, boating, fishing, birding, horseback riding, paddling and more.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 27, 2023
Seven places to take in Manatee County's natural beauty this summer

From parks to preserves to farms, East County has plenty of spots to enjoy the outdoors.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Unit 701 at 128 Golden Gate Point has four bedrooms, four baths and 3,000 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • September 12, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for Aug. 26-30 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Nokomis

A condominium at 128 Golden Gate Point tops the week's sales at $3.1 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
A Renzo Piano Building Workshop conceptual rendering of the Sarasota Performing Arts Center as viewed from the 10th Street Canal.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 13, 2025
SPAC proposal pared to two buildings estimated at $407 million

Instead of four structures, the architect for the Sarasota Performing Arts Center has scaled plans back to two buildings with an option for a future second, smaller theater.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota Crew Head Coach Casey Galvanek brings a gold-medal pedigree to his coaching at the youth level. Galvanek coached the U.S. men's four boat to gold at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
  • By Dylan Campbell |
  • January 22, 2025
Casey Galvanek is more than just a high school coach

Sarasota Crew Head Coach Casey Galvanek overcame chemistry issues with his crew en route to coaching the U.S. men's four boat to a historic gold medal in the 2024 Olympic Games.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 23, 2025
Transit expert kicks off 2025 Urban Studies Speaker Series

Jarrett Walker will discuss the critical role public transit plays in the lifestyle of developing urban areas.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sisterhood for Good founder Angela Massaro-Fain says many who attend the nonprofit's All That Jazz, Cabaret for a Cause Feb. 21 will dress to the jazz age of Chicago during Prohibition.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 10, 2025
When it comes to philanthropy, Sisterhood for Good can dress the part

All That Jazz: Cabaret for a Cause will raise thousands for Lakewood Ranch-area nonprofits.

  • East County
  • 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
Lakewood Ranch CERT Director of Community Outreach Jim Curran said he wants the organization to be more involved in the community to spread awareness before disaster strikes.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • December 9, 2024
Busy hurricane season enforces need for community aid

Lakewood Ranch Community Emergency Response Team will focus on growing awareness before disasters hit.

  • East County
  • News
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's "Motown Christmas" show runs from Nov. 27 through Jan. 5.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 26, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Nov. 28-Dec. 4

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Lakewood Ranch seniors Jamarrion Roden (19) and Cullen McRae II (2) celebrate after McRae's second touchdown of the game against Braden River.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 16, 2024
High school football takeaways for East County teams

As the season nears the halfway point, here's how the area's teams stand.

  • East County
  • Sports
Despite 3 hurricanes, 2024 left Longboat Key smiling
  • By Michael Harris |
  • December 25, 2024
Despite 3 hurricanes, 2024 left Longboat Key smiling

In 2024, we saved lives of turtles and birds and released them back into nature; we danced on St. Patty's Day and renewed love on Valentine's; and we found wonderful goodies, tastes and drinks only Longboat can dish out.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch High girls sophomore golfer Phoenix Scanlan.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 3, 2023
East County Athlete of the Week: Phoenix Scanlan

The Lakewood Ranch High girls golf freshman is ranked 21st in Class 3A by the FHSAA.

  • East County
  • Sports
George Kruse
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 12, 2024
Local political races would pump up the ratings

Manatee County races should raise voter interest.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Guests gather at the entrance of the Peaceful Path at Peace Presbyterian Church for an art dedication on Sept. 28.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • September 29, 2024
East County church unveils its outdoor art gallery

A collection of artwork was added to the wooded trail at Peace Presbyterian Church.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
L.L. Bean has long been known for its rugged outdoors clothing, but the company says its first Florida store at UTC in Sarasota will sport plenty of tropical wear that the locals will love.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 27, 2025
L.L. Bean sees exciting new market as it opens at UTC

The store at 111 North Cattlemen Road in the University Town Center of Sarasota will be L.L. Bean's first Florida location.

  • East County
  • Business
The 50th annual Singing Christmas Tree Spectacular begins, with a solo by Walter Godfrey.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • December 12, 2024
Singing Christmas Tree Spectacular celebrates 50th anniversary

The event featured a nativity scene with live animals, a former Broadway performer and more.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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