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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
Cardinal Mooney High rising senior Chris McCorkle committed to Indiana University on April 26.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 7, 2024
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Chris McCorkle

The Cardinal Mooney High rising senior defensive back is committed to Indiana University.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Zack Kallis uses brandy to light up the saganaki as Renee Amoratis looks on.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 17, 2024
Opa, St. Barbara Greek Festival is back in Sarasota

The annual Greek Glendi is in its 40th year and runs through Sunday at the St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Brad Schalk is the owner of Vinyl Vault
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 5, 2025
Record collector turns passion into retail with Vinyl Vault

The vintage record store held its grand opening March 2, inviting The Garbage-Men band for a performance.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
From left, Sarasota County EDC's Josh Ewen, Erin Silk and board member and County Commissioner Ron Cutsinger.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 27, 2025
Sarasota EDC adapts to county funding cut

The Economic Development Corp. of Sarasota County is responding to the business tax elimination by employing greater efficiencies.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sailors boys basketball Head Coach BJ Ivey always gets the most out of his teams.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 24, 2023
Unforgettable Sarasota sports stories in 2023

A big-time swimsuit partnership, a coach's lesson about love and a new soccer league left an impression on the Observer's sports columnist.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The home at 60 Lighthouse Point Drive has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 7,170 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • September 25, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for Sept. 9-13 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A home in Lighthouse Point tops the week's sales at $10.15 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Florida Studio Theatre paints a portrait of the artist as a young pie maker
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 22, 2024
Florida Studio Theatre paints a portrait of the artist as a young pie maker

FST's production of "Waitress: The Musical" serves up a sweet and savory concoction.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
A member of the SPD Underwater Search and Recovery Team, whose identity is concealed, with the recovered firearm tossed into Whitaker Bayou by a fleeing teen arrested in connection with a string of e-bike thefts.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 18, 2024
Two arrested in string of e-bike thefts

Two juveniles were taking into custody on Tuesday during an undercover operation to recover a stolen bike, one on a weapons charge.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The holidays are alive in many Lakewood Ranch venues, including Waterside Place.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 15, 2023
A complete itinerary to keep you and your guests happy this season

Want to be the host with the most? Fill your guests with holiday cheer with this short list of Lakewood Ranch experiences.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Bowen Griffitt and Brandon Scolaro prepare to start the stein hoisting competition as Vanya Krayhova fills their glasses with water.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • October 7, 2024
Signature anniversary events at The Bay get underway with Park-toberfest

Held indoors at the Sarasota Garden Club due to weather, the event featured live Polka music by The DeLeon Family Band, as well as Oktoberfest food and drinks.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Delores McKenzie performs her "Belles of Broadway" show for Christ Church of Longboat Key members.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 25, 2025
'Belles of Broadway' delights Longboat audiences

Delores McKenzie belted out tunes from "Hamilton," "Wicked," "Waitress," "Les Misérables" and many more iconic Broadway shows in her newest act.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ian and Amanda Huezo, Jessica Mendez, Executive Director Lynn Rasys and Mendez's friend Erica Molinar attend Farm to Table Tampa Bay in November. The event benefited the Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • December 11, 2024
Florida nonprofit eases the financial stress of cancer

The Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation covers the cost of living expenses for patients actively undergoing cancer treatment.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Sarah Rubin of Save Our Seabirds showcases a hawk foot to Finn Seth-Ward, 4.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 22, 2024
Save Our Seabirds' education programs take flight

Director of Outreach and Avian Care Sarah Rubin said the educational ramp-up will start at the end of summer.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Former Jim Brown attended the Kiwanis Club meeting with Michael Garey and David Miller.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 22, 2024
Cannons Marina co-owner talks to Longboat Key Kiwanis Club

David Miller shared his stories of growing up on Longboat Key since his family moved to the island in 1955.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Charles Joseph Nager (1930-2025)
  • In Memoriam |
  • February 17, 2025
Charles Joseph (“C.J.”) Nager

C.J. Nager died peacefully at his home at Freedom Village of Bradenton, in Bradenton, Florida, on February 3, 2025.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
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