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Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy eighth grader Wrenn Pevzner tested people to see whether they could distinguish the difference between a real photo and one that was generated by artificial intelligence for her science fair project.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • January 19, 2025
Lakewood Ranch Prep students explore science of the modern world

Projects on AI, Wi-Fi and cellphone radiation show how far science fairs have come.

  • East County
  • Schools
The Sarasota County Starter Kit is available online.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 24, 2023
Sarasota County introduces free tool to guide new residents

The online program offered by the UF/IFAS Extension offers free education tools and guides for living in Southwest Florida.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Purple Ribbon Committee will tour the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall at its next meeting on Aug. 28.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 16, 2023
Van Wezel repurposing panel begins study of performing arts hall

Sworn in on Tuesday, the Purple Ribbon Committee will soon tour the building it is tasked with assessing for a possible second life.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The site plan of the new Sarasota County Regional Fire Training Academy, color-coded in phases under current funding.
  • 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
A painting by Frank Hopper.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 27, 2024
Palm Avenue gallery acquires Sarasota-centric artwork from airport

The paintings by local artists Regan Dunnick and Frank Hopper will eventually be displayed for the public.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Dave Otterness says his wife Jennifer's support allows him to give back to the community through the LWRBA.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 28, 2024
Willis Smith exec takes over as LWRBA chair

Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance Chair David Otterness says he will put new vision and mission statements into action and increase the nonprofit's advocacy in 2024.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Boys & Girls Clubs, Sarasota and DeSoto Counties |
  • September 26, 2024
Building Champions: How Boys & Girls Clubs Are Shaping Sarasota and DeSoto’s Future All-Stars

For more than 50 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties has been building our community’s future championship team.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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Jordan Sobel and Maggie Lou Rader star in Florida Studio Theatre's "Dear Jack, Dear Louise," which runs through Aug. 11.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 11, 2024
FST's 'Dear Jack, Dear Louise' is a playwright's love letter to his parents

Ken Ludwig's wartime romance is a funny tale punctuated by moments of sheer terror.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Booker High girls basketball Head Coach Ty Bryant said he switched from a man-to-man defense to a zone defense this season.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 1, 2024
Tough schedule sharpens Tornadoes girls basketball for postseason

Booker High started the season slow but remains confident that it can "make noise" in the playoffs.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Parrish's Heather Felton is running for the District 1 seat on the School Board of Manatee County.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 9, 2024
Desire to be an advocate inspires Manatee school board candidate

Heather Felton, a former teacher, wants to continue to help students but in a new role.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By James Peter |
  • April 1, 2024
APRIL FOOL: New city of Sarasota logo unveiled

The new logo will transform Sarasota into a global city on par with Milan or Paris, says design team.

  • April Fools
Tightening the rock groin protects sand placed on the barrier island's beaches for a longer period of time.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • January 13, 2023
Longboat still waiting on New Pass groin permits

The project to keep sand from slipping through the rocky structure is the final portion of town's latest beach renourishment.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Bob Bunting, Tracie Troxler, Karen Holbrook, A.G. Lafley, David Kotok and Elizabeth Moore
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 15, 2025
Climate Adaptation Center honors resilience efforts in the community

The ceremony honored four individuals and their contributions to local resilience initiatives.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Passenger traffic at SRQ increased by 3 million passengers from 2018 to 2023.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 13, 2024
SRQ airport surpasses 4.3 million passengers

Passenger traffic at the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is up 215% since 2018 as expansion work continues.

  • Sarasota
  • News
As Courtney Weiland and her 7-year-old daughter Willow watch the fireworks, 5-year-old Brooklyn Cassarino and Susan West take a second to capture the moment.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 30, 2024
Fiorelli Winery kicks off Fourth of July holiday early

The Red, White and Blueberry Festival featured live music and a fireworks display.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
A rich mix of textures and colors creates an intriguing atmosphere in the living room. The paintings are all by prominent Latin American artists; the coffee table is from Crate and Barrel. Muse believes in mixing mainstream pieces with antiques and one-of-kind finds.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • August 22, 2024
A life well-lived is curated and on display in this dramatic home

In a divergence from the ubiquitous coastal palette, this Country Club home dazzles with perfect taste and subtle artistry.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Located on the edge of Sarasota Bay, Plymouth Harbor offers stunning water and city views.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • February 1, 2024
Plymouth Harbor’s remarkable residents reflect the community's long legacy

Plymouth Harbor is home to people who have enjoyed distinguished careers in business, medicine, law, academia and, especially, the arts.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 22, 2023
Second vote required to officially adopt new city seal

A Sarasota city staffer discovered that the original city seal was incorporated into the city code, which required an ordinance to legally adopt the new design.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Resident Cliff Hornsby is in Florida's Funniest Comedian Contest
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • September 3, 2024
Longboat Resident Cliff Hornsby is in Florida's Funniest Comedian Contest

Comedian Gerry Atric will be performing in the McCurdy's section of Florida's Funniest Comedian Contest.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Selby Gardens names new vice president for strategic communications
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 26, 2024
Selby Gardens names new vice president for strategic communications

Nancy Seijas-Kipnis previously worked for the Tampa Museum of Art for more than a decade.

  • Arts + Culture
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