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Angelique Handel, Ali McDonald and Kyle Krage, seniors at Braden River High School  are all attending different colleges but are happy with the camaraderie that they found with the JROTC program.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • May 9, 2018
Braden River students say isn't life grand?

Four Braden River High ROTC students receive $1,000 scholarships from the VFW.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Town of Longboat changes operating hours for season
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • December 19, 2023
Town of Longboat changes operating hours for season

The new pilot program begins on Jan. 2 and will change most town department operating hours to adjust for traffic during peak season.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Hannah Lipsey of Punta Gorda throws knives and axes at the 2021 Sarasota Medieval Fair.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 21, 2022
The best things to do in and around Lakewood Ranch this fall

September, October and November are busy months in Lakewood Ranch. Check out a calendar of the can't-miss events.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
O'Mariah Gordon leaves Braden River High as the most-decorated player in Pirates history.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 24, 2021
Special era of Pirates girls basketball ends

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
Roseate spoonbills feed by wading in shallow water and sweeping their unique bill from side to side. Spoonbills are very sensitive to shifts in water depth.
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • January 15, 2024
Myakka bird count shows park's avian habitat importance

A citizen science event tallied 14,386 individual birds on one day in Myakka River State Park.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The newly renovated Lazy Lobster
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 28, 2023
Lazy Lobster of Longboat Key gets a makeover

The restaurant recently finished renovations providing a coastal, modern atmosphere for customers to enjoy a nice dinner out.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
The home at 610 Bowsprit Lane has five bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, a pool and 4,072 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 17, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for April 1-5 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A Country Club Shores home on Bowsprit Lane tops the week's sales at $5 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Black Diamond Burlesque's  first shows were held at Selva Grill on Main Street.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • September 10, 2020
Black Diamond Burlesque celebrates 10 years

The burlesque company still feels pride in the milestone despite postponing its anniversary show.

  • Arts + Culture
The home at 4300 Higel Ave. has six bedrooms, six full baths and three half-baths, a pool and 8,623 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 11, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for March 25-29 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

A Siesta Key home in Fiddler Bayou tops the week's sales at $15 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • February 16, 2019
Animal Rescue Coalition barks to 20 years

The Unconditional Love Gala was hosted Feb. 16 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
Blue Sky communities is planning 96 affordable apartments on county-owned land along North Tamiami Trail.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 23, 2023
Two affordable apartment buildings headed for Tamiami Trail

Sarasota's Development Review Committee is working with developers planning 132 affordable housing units.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Original Wolfie’s Deli and Wolfie Cohen’s Rascal House will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • November 18, 2023
Sarasota deli that shuttered two days after its debut reopens

The Original Wolfie’s & Rascal in the Rosemary District, a New York-style and Jewish deli that opened to big fanfare Nov. 2 only to temporarily close two days later, has reopened.

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Christopher Oglesby plays Sir Edgar and  Ashley Milanese plays Lucia in Sarasota Opera's production of "Lucia di Lammermoor."
  • By Gayle Williams |
  • February 26, 2024
Sarasota Opera rises to occasion with 'Lucia di Lammermoor'

Donizetti's tale of star-crossed lovers features multifaceted roles and beautiful bel canto-era music.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Tidewell Hospice and Blue Butterfly program participants cut a ceremonial ribbon during a Nov. 13 grand opening ceremony.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 20, 2019
Tidewell Hospice grief program spreads its wings in Lakewood Ranch

Tidewell Hospice grief program spreads its wings in Lakewood Ranch

  • East County
  • News
  • By JL Bainbridge Family Wealth Advisors |
  • March 28, 2024
Will Your Retirement Last 30 Years?

Here’s what you should know about planning ahead for today’s average retirement from age 62 to 92.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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Man shot and killed by Sarasota Police on Monday identified
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 26, 2024
Man shot and killed by Sarasota Police on Monday identified

Officers had attempted to stop 54-year-old William Michael Pickett on a county warrant for bank robbery.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The town's letter was addressed to Mayor Erik Arroyo and FDOT as the event is scheduled in state right of way. (File photo)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 25, 2022
Longboat details concerns surrounding St. Armands winter festival

Town worries are centered around traffic associated with an event of the festival's length and intensity.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 8, 2023
Sarasota County to host public meetings on superintendent selection

Candidate interviews and an open house will take place on June 12, while a final selection will be made on June 14.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By JFCS of the Suncoast |
  • February 8, 2024
Building Strong Families for All Faiths

With a goal to empower individuals toward self-sufficiency and stability, JFCS services offer comprehensive care to community members in need.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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This Riverdale Revised home at 602 Regatta Way sold for $4.2 million. It has four bedrooms, four-and-two-half baths, a pool and 4,388 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 12, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for Feb. 26 to March 1 in Lakewood Ranch

A Riverdale Revised home on Regatta Way tops the week's sales at $4.2 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
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