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Sand dunes rise to nearly the top of the first floor at one of the Hermitage Artist Retreat's historic buildings following Hurricane Helene.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • October 8, 2024
Can the Hermitage Artist Retreat find refuge from the storm?

Hermitage CEO Andy Sandberg vows to rebuild after being hit by a hurricane twice in two years.

  • Arts + Culture
"Bedsheet Man" co-producers David Leo Shultz, of Los Angeles, and Ryan Bodie, of Heritage Harbour, edit scenes.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • August 24, 2017
'Bedsheet Man' made without deep pockets

Locally produced short film hopes to generate widespread attention.

  • East County
  • News
Charter Schools USA is working with Southwest Charter Foundation to potentially open Lakewood Ranch Charter Academy in August 2022 if the School Board of Manatee County approves the application.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • March 31, 2021
New charter school proposed in Lakewood Ranch

If approved, Lakewood Ranch Charter Academy could open in August 2022.

  • East County
  • News
Views across New Pass to the south end of Longboat Key.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • January 11, 2023
Top residential real estate sales for Dec. 26-30 on Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key, Bird Key

A Lido Shores home on John Ringling Parkway tops the week's sales at $6.6 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Palm Aire Country Club Board Member Vicki DeHaai, Board President Bernie Duggan and Vice President Marilyn Keyes cut the ribbon to open the course.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 1, 2021
Palm Aire's Champions Course in Sarasota reopens after $2 million renovation

Palm Aire Country Club members celebrate reopening of their Champions Course in Sarasota after $2 million renovation.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 18, 2010
Visitor snaps unique turtle sighting

Aaron Kosobucki snapped this photo of a sea turtle Aug. 7.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A turtle nest at 4795 Gulf of Mexico Drive will be excavated tomorrow.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • July 27, 2011
Nest opening to take place tomorrow

A Longboat Key turtle nest will be excavated at 8 p.m. tomorrow.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Bill and Patty Bruner
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • October 29, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: SYC Halloween

There were devils everywhere, and it seemed to be hell on earth at Sarasota Yacht Club's Halloween dinner and dance on Saturday, Oct. 29. There were also visits from the King and Queen, Marc Antony, Cleopatra and the Wicked Witch of the West. There was a festive fall-themed menu and entertainment by the Big Z Band.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Brittani, 8, rests while Corporal Michael Jernigan, USMC, Ret. talks to an audience Friday, Nov. 16 at the Senior Friendship Center.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • November 16, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Man's Best Friend

Corporal Michael Jernigan, USMC, Ret. visited the Senior Friendship Center with his guide dog Brittani, 8, Friday, Nov. 16, as part of Senior Friendship Center's week-long tribute to honor all veterans.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • December 7, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Atomic Holiday Bazaar

PHOTO GALLERY: Atomic Holiday Bazaar

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Madison P., 3, observes the sharks swimming overhead.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • June 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Mote World Ocean Day

Children explored Mote Marine Aquarium Saturday, June 8, during World Ocean Day. Mote partnered with nonprofits that focus on marine issues to educate children about marine life. About 800 children visited the aquarium where they learned from 13 vendors.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
SWEDE READ. Osprey residents Renee Huntley and Philip Klotz read their Observer in the Old Town square in Stockholm.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 21, 2014
It's Read Everywhere

Headed on a great vacation? Make sure to take your Observer along! Visit YourObserver.com/itsreadeverywhere to submit your entries. One winner will receive two travel certificates, good for travel from SRQ Airport. We can't wait to see where the Observer travels next!

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Amy Blair, the manager at the Old Salty Dog on City Island, said visitors often enjoy seeing dolphins, sharks, seabirds and other wildlife from the waterfront seating.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • August 12, 2025
Old Salty Dog celebrates post-recovery recognition

Not long after reopening from a five-month closure caused by hurricane damage, the longstanding Sarasota bar is celebrating a new national commendation.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Vittorio Nastasi and Adrian Moore |
  • April 1, 2021
Telehealth reform will expand health care access after COVID-19

Although the arrival of a vaccine promises to bring an end to the pandemic, increased use of telehealth is likely here to stay.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Damage and debris on Thursday near Southside Elementary. (Photo by Kat Hughes)
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 3, 2022
Sarasota school district schedules emergency board meeting Tuesday

The Sarasota County School Board will weigh hurricane and emergency resolution put forth by the superintendent.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Manatee County's Emergency Operations Center was bustling on Friday.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 8, 2017
Manatee County issues mandatory evacuation for low-lying areas

Those living in mobile and manufactured homes also told to evacuate

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kat Wingert |
  • September 9, 2017
UPDATE: Sarasota County opens additional shelters

More than 12,000 people are seeking shelter in Sarasota County, and five shelters have reached capacity so far.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Signs have been posted at the entrances of both fire stations defining the flag colors that notify the Key's surf conditions.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • April 14, 2023
Beachgoers should check warning flags, fire department says

Beach condition warning flags fly under the American flag at Longboat Key fire stations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • July 19, 2012
Service with a smile at the Toasted Mango Cafe

Service with a smile at the Toasted Mango Cafe

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Read this week's roadwork updates.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • October 24, 2011
Roadwork updates for week of Oct. 23

Projects continue on Interstate 75, U.S. 301, U.S. 41, state Route 789, state Route 758, state Route 72 and state Route 681. New Projects start on U.S. 41 and state Route 78

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