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Safely dispose of prescription drugs Saturday on National Take Back Day
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 25, 2024
Safely dispose of prescription drugs Saturday on National Take Back Day

The Sarasota Police Department partners with the DEA to provide opportunity for residents to rid their homes of unwanted or expired drugs.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A rendering of 1260 North Palm Avenue Residences, formerly Obsidian, overlooking Sarasota Bay.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 8, 2024
Downtown condo tower returns with modifications and a new name

Now branded 1260 North Palm Avenue Residences, the 18-story tower proposal shaved a little off the top and made progress toward street-level requirements.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A rendering of the St. Regis Longboat Key, set to open this summer.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 3, 2024
St. Regis tackles task of hiring 400 employees before resort's summer opening

As The St. Regis Longboat Key looks toward its opening, its managerial staff is holding a job fair to hire the hundreds of workers it will need.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cardinal Mooney junior Chris McCorkle (8) sprints downfield against Riverview.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 4, 2024
The top Sarasota athletes to watch in 2024

These athletes combine natural talent and hard work to excel in their respective sports.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will host "Make Room for Me," its annual Stage of Discovery student showcase, on July 12-14.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 9, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 11-17

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Mill Creek's Debbie Snow's loves painting bees because Debbie means "little bee" in Hebrew.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 4, 2024
Peace Presbyterian Church hosts Artists on the Path

Local artists showcase their work along the church's Peaceful Path.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Amanda Bolduc from Maine, USA, works on her sculpture.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 13, 2023
Master artists turn Siesta Beach into temporary sand sculpture gallery

The Siesta Key Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival hosted a roster of international master sand sculptors.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
The Out-of-Door Academy upper school students and staff work on a tape mural featuring the mascots of the school's house system.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 15, 2024
Students' creativity on display during ODA's first Festival of the Arts

The Festival of the Arts featured various forms of visual arts and included interactive art projects and a fashion show.

  • East County
  • Schools
Lakewood Ranch High junior Payton Griffin has shown out for both the Mustangs and her club team, Sarasota Tsunami, this season.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 7, 2024
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Payton Griffin

The Sarasota Tsunami swimmer finished eighth in the 200-meter freestyle at the USA Swimming Futures Championship.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Chip Bennett, lead pastor of Grace Community Church in Lakewood Ranch, says his church sees 4,000 worshippers on a typical Sunday during season.
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • September 12, 2024
Churches mirror huge growth in Lakewood Ranch

Faith communities say rapid expansion is a blessing and a challenge

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Commissioner Penny Gold, who was elected in 2021, will join the program. (File photo)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 27, 2022
New Florida program trains local commissioners on state, federal issues

Elected municipal officials with a limited background in local government can earn certificates for continuing their education through the Florida League of Cities.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Creative Liberties celebrates stainless steel artist
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 23, 2024
Creative Liberties celebrates stainless steel artist

Sarasota's Ralph Berger retires after 20 years of creating distinctive circular steel works of art.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Tom Edwards, Thomas Babicz and Liz Barker answer questions from Morgan Bentley.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 15, 2024
Sarasota School Board candidates share stances at forum

Candidates told attendees what they would change in the school district if given a "magic wand."

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 22, 2022
Despite not placing, Lakewood Ranch gymnast realizes a dream at 2022 U.S. Championships

Lakewood Ranch's Jaden Blank displayed power and grace at the 2022 U.S. Gymnastics Championships in the Junior Men's 17 division.

  • East County
  • Sports
After heart surgery, David Paliotta completely changed his diet and exercise patterns.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 13, 2024
Lakewood Ranch senior gives peak performance

After a quadruple bypass surgery, Summerfield's David Paliotta works toward an unlikely goal: climbing Mount Kilimanjaro.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Children's 'museum without walls' to host inaugural event
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 4, 2024
Children's 'museum without walls' to host inaugural event

A new Sarasota nonprofit wants to create a dedicated hands-on museum space for children.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Charlie "CJ" Melton stars in Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Young Artist Showcase on May 19-20.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 14, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for May 16-22

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Agriculture and dairy farming have been a way of life for Jerry Dakin and his nephews Jason Dakin, Garrett Dakin, Grant Dakin and Ethan Dakin.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 14, 2024
Ownership of Myakka's Dakin Dairy to remain in the family

Jerry Dakin sold his farm to his four nephews who will continue to operate the dairy farm.

  • East County
  • News
Wetlands in Lakewood Ranch are monitored regularly to keep invasive plant species at bay and ensure proper water flow.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 15, 2024
Lakewood Ranch's preserved lands face many threats

The stewardship districts battles invasive species like the Brazilian pepper tree on a regular basis.

  • East County
  • News
Todd Richardson has been named the principal of the new K-8 school in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 6, 2024
Gullett Elementary principal chosen to lead new K-8 school in Lakewood Ranch

The School District of Manatee County's first K-8 school will open in August 2025.

  • East County
  • Schools
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