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By Observer Staff |
April 29, 2021

Longboat Key weather page photo: April 22

Frederick Beyerlein captured this image of a sunset across the water off Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
February 11, 2024

Lakewood Ranch school emphasizes joy of learning

Sea of Strengths Academy, which serves third through 12th graders with learning disabilities, instills confidence in its students alongside its highly structured approach to academics.

East County
Schools

By Nat Kaemmerer |
December 7, 2020

SPARCC hosts socially distanced Cookies, Cakes and Carolers event

The organization normally hosts a lunch with the same name.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Marty Fugate |
April 4, 2023

'Paralyzed' explores duality of life in gripping world premiere at FST

A suicide note sparks spirited soul-searching in Florida Studio Theatre's play "Paralyzed."

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

A time to celebrate |
September 13, 2021

Brittany Bryant-Swift and Randy Connery Swift II

The 2021 wedding season kicked off this past Labor Day weekend with Sarasota residents Brittany Bryant-Swift and Randy Connery Swift II.

Sarasota
Celebrations

By Ian Swaby |
April 18, 2024

Wrestler Chris Jericho visits Booker High to inspire students

The wrestler and comic book author visited the school to encourage students — including those working on the digital art for his new graphic novel.

Sarasota
Schools

By Ian Swaby |
April 14, 2024

Toddlers learn about Passover at Temple Emanu-El's Tot Shabbat

The morning brought kids and adults together for Passover songs and crafts.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
January 25, 2023

Lakewood Ranch High alumna thrives with LSU women's basketball

After two transfers, LaDazhia Williams is living up to her potential for the undefeated Tigers.

East County
Sports

By Andrew Warfield |
October 13, 2023

Planning Board rejects One Park amendment request

A 3-1 vote recommends City Commission denial of a change that would allow the condo tower to span Quay Commons.

Sarasota
News

By Florida Power and Light Company (FPL) |
June 17, 2024

Florida Power & Light enhances energy grid with planned upgrades in Sarasota County

FPL plans to make upgrades in Sarasota as part of its ongoing commitment to avoid outages and restore power faster following severe weather.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Manatee County building fees reduced

As of today, more than 50 Manatee County building permit and inspection fees will be reduced by 10%.

East County
News

By Ian Swaby |
November 2, 2023

The must-try yoga options in Sarasota

Sarasota offers many yoga opportunities, including ones involving goats, lemurs and floating in the air.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
July 5, 2023

Request to delay Planning Board appointments rejected

City Commission declines delay on naming two new Planning Board members until after One Park matter concludes.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
November 20, 2023

Sarasota County Toys for Tots seeks a new warehouse

The nonprofit, which collects toys for children, must find storage space in order to continue its programs next year.

Sarasota
News

By Alex Mahadevan |
May 7, 2012

Sarasota teachers, School Board reach agreement

The Sarasota Classified/Teachers Association and the School Board of Sarasota County came agreed on a contract for the next school year.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 29, 2024

Rep. Tommy Gregory applies for SCF president post

Gregory is among three finalists to take over when current State College of Florida President Carol Probstfeld retires in July.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
June 15, 2023

Fourth of July 2023 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

By Scott Lockwood |
November 5, 2021

Manatee County grants temporary permits for the Medieval Fair

The Sarasota Medieval Fair will kick off as planned this weekend after Manatee County granted a temporary use permit for the 47-acre site in Myakka City.