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By Ian Swaby |
March 24, 2026

Sarasota Farmers Market continues to create community

The downtown market, held every Saturday, features produce, foods, crafts and other products.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
March 6, 2026

By the Grace of Dogs Inc., Lakewood Ranch resident sees the light

Detached retinas sent Mark Thornsbrough into darkness and depression, but Gracie the guide dog has restored his passion for life.

East County
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
March 25, 2026

KLA Schools prepares to open new early learning center in Lakewood Ranch

Currently in construction, KLA Schools of Lakewood Ranch will serve 200 children between the ages of 3 months and 4 years old.

East County
Schools

By Janet Combs |
March 1, 2026

Ringling College's Avant-Garde dances through the decades

Ringling College of Art and Design's annual costumed gala celebrated its 30th year and the legacy of its leader, Larry Thompson, who is retiring at the end of the school year.

Black Tie

By Ian Swaby |
February 26, 2026

Marine explorer and conservationist has led a life of daring

Osprey explorer Scott Cassell has done it all, from being attacked by Humboldt squid to breaking world records, but he does it for the ocean.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
March 11, 2026

Bird Key author awarded for children's art book

The Florida Book Awards named Mifflin Lowe and team as winners of the Older Children's Literature category for "Art: An Interactive Guide."

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
March 13, 2026

Wildlife checks into the Ritz in Lakewood Ranch

The Ritz-Carlton Members Club earns recertification with the Cooperative Sanctuary Program.

East County
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
February 2, 2026

Manatee County commissioners deny 167 homes, 99 put on hold

Commissioners, applicants and residents spent nearly nine hours debating the side-by-side projects.

East County
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
April 1, 2026

The 2026 Sarasota Film Festival takes flight

The fest offers premieres, parties, Q&As, celebrity sightings and even a fish fry.

Arts + Culture

By Dana Kampa |
March 16, 2026

'Ladies of Longboat' social group enjoys new energy

This monthly meetup of Longboat Key residents offers an valuable space to swap knowledge and catch up with friends.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
January 13, 2026

Mira Mar project moves forward with partial sign-off

The project to rehab the Mira Mar building augmented by two residential towers has received partial sign-off from the city of Sarasota, but some adjustment requests remain.

Sarasota
News

By Madison Bierl |
March 25, 2026

Silverwings Choir combines Chinese culture and music

The choir was founded in October and brings together singers of all abilities.

East County
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
March 18, 2026

America's 'Funniest Tax Guy' offers tips to Longboaters

Ahead of the approaching tax season, finance expert Edward Lyon held a workshop with book co-author Michael Jaspan.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
February 24, 2026

Lakewood Ranch's Bob Moffitt let his music do the talking

Friends say Bob Moffitt, who died at age 78, had two loves: music and family.

East County
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
January 9, 2026

St. Regis partners with private airline for seaplane drop-offs in Sarasota Bay

Guests willing to pay for the experience will travel by air, then sea and then land to arrive at their St. Regis reservation.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
March 19, 2026

Selby Gardens sets dates for Enchanted Garden Festival

The event is planned March 28-29 at Historic Spanish Point.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
February 25, 2026

Swing for the Cure unites golfers in fight against breast cancer

The annual golf fundraiser supports Breast Health Sarasota, which recently surpassed $750,000 in contributions to support community members with cancer.