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Commissioner Ray Turner emcees the celebration ceremony for the Crooked River Ranch on March 1.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 7, 2024
Are Manatee County commissioners really interested in the environment?

Crooked River Ranch acquisition is a step in the right direction for the county.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Conductor Lynn Cleary leads the Manatee Community Concert Band at Waterside Place on Aug. 27.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 12, 2024
Manatee Community Concert Band kicks off a new season

The Manatee Community Concert Band is open to all ages and skill levels, but members must read sheet music.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The Rev. Brock Patterson and Linda Crouse at the Longboat Island Chapel.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 19, 2024
Volunteer decorators needed for Longboat chapel's Christmas event

To be ready for Dec. 1, Longboat Island Chapel is asking for help from the community to prepare for the beloved Christmas in the Garden.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Andrew Jensen is the fourth head coach of Lakewood Ranch softball in the past four seasons.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • April 8, 2025
Lakewood Ranch softball team chases a return to its glory days

The Mustangs struggled after losing Coach T.J. Goelz but are showing signs of contending again.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 17, 2024
SPD offers Painting With Police program

Monthly sessions are held the third Wednesday through the end of the year.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Derek and Stephanie Schmitt, Kirsten (Schmitt) and Trevor Lovett, and Bob and Charleen Schmitt stand in front of Bob and Charleen's Summerfield home.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 12, 2024
Families grow with Lakewood Ranch: The Schmitts

From first baby to larger families, the Schmitt family has grown on the Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Camila McMahon, 3, looks over the pumpkins available at the Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival on Oct. 8, 2023.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 1, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Oct. 3-9

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The Mustang, the Ram, Shelley, Mote's Dr. Jake Lasala, Gilly, Morris the Explorasaurus, Petunia, Super Tooth and Floody the Frog prepare to race.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 28, 2025
Local mascots come together in race to promote Run for the Turtles

The short race, held on Siesta Key Beach, brought together mascots, from a cat to a dinosaur, in support of Mote Marin Laboratory & Aquarium's event.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Libby's, in Hillview and Lakewood Ranch, offers $7 martinis during happy hour.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • November 23, 2024
A 'tini look into some of the best martinis in town

Here's where to get shaken or stirred in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • October 2, 2024
Behind the Name of Whitney Beach

Whitney Beach started as a touristy fishing spot and has grown to the perfect place for families and learning about the roots of the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Willie Shaw
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 27, 2025
Former Sarasota mayor recalls family's history of military service

Willie Shaw's father, Wade C. Shaw, was a World War II veteran, and the history goes back further.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Hurricane Milton at 9 p.m. Oct. 9, 2024, shortly after making landfall near Siesta Key.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 5, 2024
Hurricane Milton news, updates in Sarasota, Manatee

Hurricane Milton made landfall near Lido and Siesta keys at 8:30 p.m. Oct. 9 as a Category 3 storm. Access to the barrier islands, including Casey, Manasota, Siesta and Longboat keys, remains closed as the post-storm search-and-rescue mission is completed.

  • Hurricane Season
Mary Bensel has been executive director of the Van Wezel for nearly 17 years.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • October 14, 2024
Mary Bensel keeps the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on an even keel

The executive director of the Van Wezel knows how to go with the flow.

  • Arts + Culture
FSU/Asolo Conservatory's production of "The Winter's Tale" runs through April 27 at FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 12, 2025
'The Winter’s Tale' looks on the bright and dark sides of life

Shakespeare's classic drama offers tragedy and comedy in the same play.

  • Arts + Culture
A Wilco Electrical LLC employee works on the town's underground utilities project along Gulf of Mexico Drive.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 25, 2024
Longboat commission to discuss project finance options at upcoming meeting

Finance Director Sue Smith breaks down how the town’s debt works and how it will change in the upcoming fiscal year as necessary projects get started.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
PTM Partners purchased two parcels on Payne Parkway.
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • November 7, 2023
Developer buys Sarasota lots near Payne Park for $7.5M

PTM Partners plans to build a mixed-use project on the 1.98-acre property on Payne Parkway.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota City Hall.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 13, 2024
Commissioners mull how to replace city attorney

Sarasota City Attorney Robert Fournier and Deputy City Attorney Michael Connolly are retiring next spring; likely replacements are current law firm partners.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Applications are now being accepted by the City of Sarasota for its Downtown Master Plan Update Committee.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 21, 2024
City ready to receive Downtown Master Plan Committee applications

The Sarasota City Commission has set the criteria for the seven- to nine-member panel that will advise on shaping the downtown area for the future generations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Culverhouse gives a half million dollars to Season of Sharing
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 2, 2024
Culverhouse gives a half million dollars to Season of Sharing

The gift from Eliza and Hugh Culverhouse Jr. to the annual campaign will help provide relief for local families impacted by this year's hurricanes.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 1, 2024
School board adopts tentative budget and new millage rates

The board approved the $1.35 billion budget and the property tax rate of 6.131 mills.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
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