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By Observer Staff |
June 12, 2024

Sleeping stranger chased from Sarasota man's home

Arriving home from work after midnight, a man finds his front door broken and a stranger sleeping in his bed. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Nat Kaemmerer |
October 25, 2021

Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key gets insurance update from Sandra Smith

Smith, who runs Secur-All Insurance on the island, stopped by for an update on the industry.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
February 12, 2024

Braden River High's weightlifters raise the bar

The Pirates' girls team will compete Feb. 17 at the state championship meet in Lakeland.

East County
Sports

By Ian Swaby |
September 25, 2024

Works by Japanese artist Sadao Watanabe donated to Church of the Redeemer

The collection of 24 paintings and prints by the Watanabe, whose work is also included in the collection of the Vatican, were donated by Hugh Culverhouse Jr.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
April 2, 2024

Lakewood Ranch professional golfer takes winding road to success

Kevin Roy almost gave up golf but now is fighting to get back to the PGA Tour.

East County
Sports

By Marty Fugate |
April 5, 2024

Asolo Rep redials the 1950s classic 'Dial M for Murder' with a twist

Director Céline Rosenthal keeps her eye on the ball so the audience doesn't get lost.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

By Ian Swaby |
August 8, 2024

Sarasota cosplayers find place to be themselves and fictional characters

Cosplayers describe the experience and effort of bringing their favorite heroes and villains to life.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Emma Burke |
September 22, 2024

Celebrate National Better Breakfast Month with egg-cellent sandwiches

Check out these breakfast bites found in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Ryan Kohn |
August 21, 2024

The 'Head Ball Coach' shares his wisdom in Lakewood Ranch

Former University of Florida Head Coach Steve Spurrier provides words of wisdom in Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Sports

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 14, 2024

Police evict man found sleeping on a resident’s balcony

The man, a former caretaker for the property, was found sleeping on the balcony without permission. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 26, 2024

Two pickleball groups go head-to-head in first Island Challenge

Players from Bayfront Park and the Longboat Key Club faced off in the first Island Challenge, which both groups hope to continue annually.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
April 30, 2024

Sarasota County fire training academy receives funding approval

The County Commission allocates $43 million to build the first phase of a regional facility.

Sarasota
News

By Mark Gordon |
February 1, 2024

Gary Kompothecras may be larger than life, but he’s also down to earth

Siesta Key resident and entrepreneur Gary Kompothecras has been called many things. “Creator” is his favorite.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
April 4, 2024

Riverview High softball wins with a smile

The Rams are 12-3 thanks to commanding pitching, timely hitting and a lot of joy.

Sarasota
Sports

By Carter Weinhofer |
July 9, 2024

To tackle urgent infrastructure projects, Longboat faces $27M debt

Due to rising project costs, two necessary utility projects come with a price tag of almost $40 million.

Longboat Key
News

By Jay Heater |
August 28, 2024

Angry Manatee taxpayers release their wrath by voting

The new commission must embrace smart growth and bring environmental issues to forefront.

East County
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
November 27, 2024

Vacationing couple ends up in Sarasota Bay

A man and woman get a sinking feeling while hanging out with a man they just met on his anchored boat. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.