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Since he had a widowmaker heart attack in 2015, Sarasota artist Fabio Dal Boni has been seeking to recapture what he saw during that time.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 29, 2023
Artist's work represents his experience with a life beyond

Fabio Dal Boni says his paintings on aluminum are inspired by a visit to the afterlife in 2015.

  • Arts + Culture
Manatee Commissioner James Satcher has been appointed to be Manatee County's supervisor of elections.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 28, 2024
Bizarre supervisor of elections saga continues in Manatee County

Commissioner James Satcher faces tough choices as election approaches.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Plants such as paspalum repens, a medium-protein aquatic grass native to Florida, provide manatees with ample, toxin-free food at Myakka.
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • July 22, 2024
With rising water levels, manatees return to Myakka

Water quality and abundant food are key draws for these massive park regulars.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The proposed Bobby Jones Golf Course clubhouse features Old Florida architecture reminiscent of the original Gillespie Clubhouse.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 16, 2024
Permanent clubhouse at Bobby Jones approved by Planning Board

The 17,000-square-foot building at Bobby Jones Golf Club will house a golf shop, offices and a full-service restaurant.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Wendi Chapman helped launch and grow the Sarasota Tiger 21 Chapter in early 2022.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • June 25, 2024
Peer group for multimillionaires grows in Sarasota

Tiger 21 connects the uber-wealthy with the uber-wealthy in a rapidly growing — and exclusive — niche.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Riverview High junior Rachel Paule scored with six minutes remaining against North Port High to help the Rams to their first district title in 18 years.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 8, 2024
Riverview High girls soccer charges into regionals

After securing its first district title in 18 years, the Rams are five games away from a state championship.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Nancy Rozance congratulating Captain Robert Bourque on being Manatee County Hundred Club’s 2023 Officer of the Year.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • May 27, 2024
Rotary Club of Longboat Key provides free lunch for first responders

The Big Blue Grilled Cheese Co. food truck provided gourmet grilled cheeses for first responders to enjoy after a morning of keeping Longboat safe.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 15, 2024
Selby ranked among country's top 10 botanical gardens

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens placed third in a new survey by USA Today and 10Best.com.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Chris Jericho meets Jake Harris, 4, and Christopher Harris, 9.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 18, 2024
Wrestler Chris Jericho visits Booker High to inspire students

The wrestler and comic book author visited the school to encourage students — including those working on the digital art for his new graphic novel.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Tropical storm conditions could hit Sarasota and East County by Saturday night, forecasters say.
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • August 2, 2024
Tropical storm watch issued for Sarasota, Manatee counties

Tropical storm conditions are possible in the area by Saturday or Saturday night, forecasters say.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A section of N. Casey Key Road collapsed June 20, county officials say, after torrential rains the week before.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 21, 2024
Casey Key road washout blamed on June 13 storm

Repairs are underway, county officials say.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The long-awaited 22-classroom addition at Lakewood Ranch High School is open for students and teachers.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 15, 2024
Lakewood Ranch High welcomes students back with new building

After years of waiting, the 22-classroom addition is open to students and teachers.

  • East County
  • Schools
Sustainable farm grows organic produce for Longboat restaurant
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 7, 2024
Sustainable farm grows organic produce for Longboat restaurant

Located in Parrish, Gamble Creek Farms provides fresh produce for Mar Vista and the other restaurants in the Chiles Hospitality group.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The previous departure SRKUS (green) with the newly implemented procedure TIDES (orange) from SRQ.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 30, 2024
SRQ flight path over Longboat Key discussed after unexpected change

The Federal Aviation Administration admitted fault in not communicating a flight path change in a recent meeting between local and FAA officials.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Monessa Salley lifts Jessica Obiedzinski as part of a duet in the upcoming Sarasota Contemporary Dance collaboration with enSRQ.
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • November 28, 2022
SCD, enSRQ find eclectic music to dance to

One group makes its mission playing interesting music. And the other finds fulfillment in contemporary dance. So it's only fitting that they work together.

  • Arts + Culture
John Davidson inside his store in 2015.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 30, 2024
John Davidson, patriarch of Siesta Key, dies at age 93

The community leader started Davidson Drugs in 1958, founded and published the Pelican Press and tirelessly served his fellow islanders.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The conceptual drawing for The Bay master plan includes a site for a new Sarasota Performing Arts Center, shaded in purple.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 2, 2024
Funding for new performing arts center divides county and city

County commissioners' recommendation forecasts no tax increment financing revenues for the Sarasota Performing Arts Center architect contract.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboater Ron Tirapelli shares about his life-long love for tennis.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • August 27, 2024
Longboat tennis player reminisces on his career

Ron Tirapelli shares about his long tennis career and his secrets to winning.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Sarasota Mid-County Tax Collector's office at Sawyer Loop Road.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 29, 2024
Tax collector and election opponent converge at budget workshop

Barbara Ford-Coates presented her office's budget request while sitting opposite County Commission Chairman Mike Moran, who is challenging the longtime incumbent this fall.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Newtown was established in 1914.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 3, 2024
Newtown earns listing in National Register of Historic Places

The district is now the largest Black historic district in Florida, according to the city of Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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