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Scott Matthews pulls the lever for the cars to go while JJ Johnson races his potato car.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • July 7, 2024
Bird Key Yacht Club races potatoes for July 4

A decade-old tradition has club members building and racing potato cars while waiting for the fireworks show on Independence Day.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota High and Sarasota Tsunami girls swimmer Natalia Strezenicky.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 1, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Natalia Strezenicky

The Sarasota High girls swimmer won the 500 yard freestyle at the team's Class 3A district meet Oct. 27.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Stacey Marks (left) and Kari Schroeter (middle) perform a dance workout.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 26, 2024
Chamber's small business awards highlight community of caring

More than 600 people gathered to celebrate 30 local businesses on June 21.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Hodges Soileau
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 30, 2023
'The Baby-Sitters Club' cover illustrator recalls how he created his iconic work

Hodges Soileau, whose cover illustrations defined the series for a generation of readers, will visit Sarasota for an exhibition Dec. 1-2.

  • Arts + Culture
Paramedic Angel Wells
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 6, 2024
Therapy pets are the antidote to fire department's storm-related stress

The Humane Society of Sarasota County has been conducting visits to the Sarasota County Fire Department.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Man avenges social media slur the old-fashioned way
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 11, 2024
Man avenges social media slur the old-fashioned way

After a woman called him "gay" online, an ex-friend posts fliers around a residential complex suggesting she is an STD superspreader. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Joshua Vasquez, the youngest of the Vasquez family at 13 years old, has been around bees his whole life.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 19, 2024
Heritage Bee Farm in Myakka City keeps buzzing along

The family-owned bee farm educates people on beekeeping and breeds queen bees.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Former Sarasota High baseball players Owen Ayers and Conner Whittaker were selected in the 2024 MLB Draft.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 25, 2024
Former Sarasota High stars head to pro baseball ranks

Conner Whittaker and Owen Ayers were selected in the 2024 MLB Draft.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Manatee County has repaired 120 traffic lights that were damaged by Hurricane Milton with another 130 remaining as of Saturday morning. This one is on 44th Avenue in front of the Central Park entrance.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 12, 2024
Manatee County releases early damage estimate from Hurricane Milton

Residential damage, with only half Manatee County's inspection completed, is estimated at $136,569,705.

  • East County
  • News
Former Jim Brown attended the Kiwanis Club meeting with Michael Garey and David Miller.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 22, 2024
Cannons Marina co-owner talks to Longboat Key Kiwanis Club

David Miller shared his stories of growing up on Longboat Key since his family moved to the island in 1955.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Commissioner Vanessa Baugh is under investigation by the Manatee County Sheriff's Office, which received a complaint Monday from Sarasota-based paralegal consultant Michael Barfield.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 24, 2021
Manatee County Sheriff's Office investigating Commissioner Vanessa Baugh

Manatee County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh under investigation after complaint filed by Michael Barfield

  • East County
  • News
Mike Sales
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 15, 2023
Musician plays the soundtrack of paradise for events on Longboat

The local performer's comforting, peaceful and positive music sets the tone at Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce events.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Roads in downtown Sarasota are flooding following Hurricane Idalia.
  • By James Peter |
  • February 8, 2024
Sarasota nonprofit says the time to adapt to climate change is now

Climate Adaptation Center CEO Bob Bunting will present climate change research and possible adaptations at an upcoming lecture.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Police investigate truck that drove away with gas pump hose
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 13, 2024
Police investigate truck that drove away with gas pump hose

A gas station employee reported a truck caused property damage after driving away with the hose and nozzle still in the truck. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Caroline Steinwachs.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 20, 2022
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Caroline Steinwachs

The Riverview High girls lacrosse freshman scored five goals in the team's district championship win against Manatee High.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Michael and Sharon Defferding are active in their Country Club Community. Now, Sharon Defferding will serve on the Community Development District's board.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 19, 2024
Chance decides tied Lakewood Ranch CDD election

After two ties, the race for CDD5, Seat 2 was decided by drawing cards.

  • East County
  • News
A restored Mira Mar would remove the overhead glass enclosed walkway between the two buildings fronting South Palm Avenue.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 28, 2024
Developer reveals proposal to save the Mira Mar building

To restore the 100-year-old structure will cost $29 million paid for with proceeds from the sale of 70 condos in twin 18-story towers built behind it.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Richard Cannon was a set designer at Florida State University Asolo Conservatory for over 30 years.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • September 25, 2024
Former Asolo set designer will host his first art show at All Angels Gallery

Richard Cannon plans to bring his realistic drawings to the island at the All Angels By Sea Episcopal Church Gallery in October and November.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lakewood Ranch junior Jonathan Leatt finished third overall (17:28.29) at the 2023 Pasco Invitational, held Sept. 2 at Withlacoochee River Park in Dade City.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 13, 2023
East County Athlete of the Week: Jonathan Leatt

The Lakewood Ranch boys cross country runner finished third overall (17:28.29) at the 2023 Pasco Invitational on Sept. 2.

  • East County
  • Sports
Fourth of July 2024 events in Sarasota, Longboat Key and Lakewood Ranch
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 28, 2024
Fourth of July 2024 events in Sarasota, Longboat Key and Lakewood Ranch

From races to the classic fireworks, check out these events to help you celebrate Independence Day right.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
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