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Christ Church collects food, diapers and toys for Our Daily Bread of Bradenton.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 22, 2024
Christ Church to host food drive

On Wednesday, Oct. 30, Christ Church of Longboat Key will host a food drive to benefit Our Daily Bread of Bradenton, which provides assistance for people in need after the recent hurricanes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Kevin Van Ostenbridge sits through one of his last meetings as commissioner on Oct. 22, 2024. He's since filed two lawsuits claiming defamation.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 14, 2025
Former Manatee commissioner sues another commissioner for defamation

Kevin Van Ostenbridge, who was the District 3 commissioner in Manatee County, is suing former at-large Commissioner Betsy Benac.

  • East County
  • News
Visitors to The Ridge can play several arcade games.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • October 3, 2024
Repurposed Bee Ridge Park building offers relaxing after-school spot for teens

The Ridge Teen Center recently reached the milestone of one year in operation, although staff hope more families will find out about the site.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota County Public Hospital Board, at-large Seat 1: Sharon Wetzler DePeters
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 19, 2024
Sarasota County Public Hospital Board, at-large Seat 1: Sharon Wetzler DePeters

Meet the candidate.

  • Elections
Meditate on the power of mushrooms with "You Look Like a Fun Guy," an outdoor dance and theater extravaganza on Nov. 13-14 at The Ringling's SunHAT Eco Performance Fest.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 13, 2024
The Ringling hosts a free, funky eco fest

Celebrate the environment with music, dance and theater — and pay what you wish.

  • Arts + Culture
Chris Snow, Debbie Snow, Ginger the dog, Lynette and Dennis Castiglia, Knox the dog and Kim and Sally Schoeffel bring the manger scene to life during Peace Presbyterian's Carols, Candles and Living Nativity on the Path in 2023.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 27, 2024
Destruction turns into inspiration for Peace Presbyterian Church's Peaceful Path

Church members use debris from Hurricane Milton to create decorations for the path for the church's living nativity.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Glenn Pearson
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 12, 2024
Manatee County Commission District 1: Glenn Pearson

Meet the candidate.

  • Elections
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 21, 2022
Longboat Key Cops Corner: When the tow truck needs a tow truck

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Judy Petersen and Nancy Zwolinski enjoyed the chance to visit the orchid show on Oct. 17.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • October 20, 2024
Selby Gardens goes purple with annual orchid show

The Orchid Show 2024: PURPLE!, continuing despite the impacts of Hurricane Milton, highlights an significant color of the plant world.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Gulf of America: Yes!
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 22, 2025
The Gulf of America: Yes!

Given what Mexico has done to the United States, Mexico doesn’t deserve to have that wonderful body of water named after it.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Barbara Koetsier browsing the various tree displays at Christmas in the Garden.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • December 5, 2024
Where to celebrate the holidays on Longboat Key

Longboat Key brings you festive musical performances, homemade goodies and island cheer for the holidays this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Satchel’s Last Resort and the Humane Society of Sarasota County are seeking to empty the shelters in October with the help of Bissell and Subaru.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 4, 2023
Global brands team with local shelters to adopt pets

Bissell and Subaru seek to help local communities "empty the shelters" in October.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Julie Fidalgo showcased the book "If You Want to Be Happy," and brought her dog Rocky, who she said is a source of happiness.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 14, 2024
Local authors showcase their knowledge at book fair

The Local Authors Book Fair by Bookstore1Sarasota brought together authors with varying contributions to the literary scene.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Stephen Nedoroscik acted as a "pommel horse specialist" for Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 31, 2024
Sarasota Olympians make international statement

The games have a long way to go, but this group has already captured America's heart.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
A funding source is one of the challenges in developing a canal maintenance program.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • January 28, 2025
Commissioners choose not to impose canal maintenance tax in 2025

Still lacking an agreed-upon taxing method and not wanting to impose an additional tax after hurricanes, the commission decided to push the program down the road.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Melanie and Bill Conerly in their Lakewood Ranch home. Conerly is running for the District 72 seat in the Florida House of Representatives.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 10, 2024
Former Manatee County Planning Commission member seeks state office

Bill Conerly served 12 years on the Planning Commission and is now campaigning to represent District 72 in the Florida House.

  • East County
  • News
Jon Mongeau, Lita and John Brannan are the owners of Le Gardenia Bleu.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • December 3, 2024
New flower shop opens before hurricanes on Longboat Key

Le Gardenia Bleu aims to bring hope to Longboat Key with its unique trinkets from local artists and accessible flowers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Laurel Park resident Jackie Haywood hangs an ornament on the tree in the gazebo on Saturday, Nov. 30.
  • By Michael Harris |
  • December 1, 2024
Laurel Park residents gather for clean-up duty

Volunteers get together to spruce up the local park and decorate the Christmas tree in the gazebo.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Volunteer Lisa Kleeberg feeds one of the goats. The goat is on a leash because she's in training for the outreach program.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 17, 2024
Animal rescue seeks volunteers for expanding services

The Farmhouse Animal & Nature Sanctuary in Myakka City has a variety of tasks that volunteers can fill.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • 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
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