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By Observer Staff |
July 16, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 18-24

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Brynn Mechem |
November 16, 2020

County, Comcast partner to bring WiFi to students

The county will provide internet services for students for six months.

Sarasota
News

By Ryan Kohn |
September 23, 2024

ODA football survives its first big test of 2024

The Thunder was pushed to the limit by Sarasota Christian on Sept. 20 but earned a 36-31 win.

East County
Sports

By Ian Swaby |
January 18, 2024

Meet the 'invisible' team cleaning Sarasota's sidewalks and statues

Gorilla Kleen staff describe the thankless task of cleaning landmark locations while the city sleeps.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Eric Snider |
May 16, 2024

Already making a mark in her community, this teen is ready for liftoff

Self-motivated Lakewood Ranch high school senior Amy Kwakye-Amoah wraps up the high school phase of her life with a big award. She has no plans to coast into college.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
January 21, 2025

Sarasota resident discusses appearance on 'Wheel of Fortune'

Resident Jenn Walker, a lifelong viewer of "Wheel of Fortune," appeared on a Dec. 5 episode.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
September 10, 2024

Sarasota County Tax Collector: Barbara Ford-Coates

Meet the candidate.

Elections

By Ryan Kohn |
August 31, 2024

Pirates football lacks firepower in early-season play

Braden River High has scored one offensive touchdown in its first two games of 2024.

East County
Sports

By Trine l. Alfaro |
July 18, 2024

Empowering Minds: Parrish & North River Charter Academies

Give us a call to schedule a tour at Parrish Charter Academy.

East County
Neighbors

Libraries shift focus from physical collections to community hubs

With a public library branch headed to Longboat Key, Sarasota County staff highlight the ways in which libraries have evolved to offer a full suite of resources and events.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
December 8, 2024

Downtown Sarasota lights new Christmas tree

The "Light Up The Night" Fresh Fridays event offered live music, a giant snow globe and more, but the focus was the new, larger Christmas tree at Selby Five Points Park.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Jim DeLa |
August 20, 2024

Sarasota voters head to the polls on primary election day

Balloting off to slow start countywide

Sarasota
News

By Ryan Kohn |
September 18, 2024

East County Athlete of the Week: Carson Fisher

The ODA football senior defensive back had an interception touchdown against Saint Stephen's Episcopal.

East County
Sports

By Ian Swaby |
July 6, 2022

Manatee County's Capital Improvement Plan budget swells

A 50% increase in some projects is written into the budget estimate, with transportation taking the top priority.

East County
News

By Liz Ramos |
October 21, 2024

Lakewood Ranch's BooFest to add new features while supporting hurricane relief

New to BooFest this year is a haunted tunnel and more variety to its stage performances.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
August 6, 2024

Yacht sinks after fire at Longboat Key Club

Lithium batteries may have caused all-night blaze, officials say.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
January 6, 2025

Orchid show and sale ushers in the new year in colorful fashion

Orchid Delirium: Sarasota Orchid Society Annual Show and Sale allowed the public to take home new plants, and knowledge.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 21, 2025

Citizen reports suspicious smoker relaxing on the sidewalk

Officers investigated the report of a man lying on the side of the road and smoking a cigarette. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.