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By Marty Fugate |
January 1, 2024

Shakespeare's sister hits the Urbanite Theatre stage in ‘Judith’

Playwright Katie Bender brings the sister of William Shakespeare to the forefront in the one-person play “Judith," which is making its world premiere at Urbanite Theatre.

Arts + Culture

By Ryan Kohn |
September 9, 2023

High school football roundup: Week three

A strong slate of games in East County and Sarasota featured two head-to-head matchups.

East County
Sports

By Harry Sayer |
February 5, 2023

Junior League Legacy Luncheon celebrates 20 years

TV host Georgia Pellegrini headlines the Junior League of Sarasota's emerald anniversary Legacy Luncheon on Feb. 2.

Black Tie

By Ryan Kohn |
June 27, 2023

East County dragon boat paddler picked for US Senior Women's team

Mandy Boyers' selection to the team was years in the making.

East County
Sports

By Andrew Warfield |
May 10, 2023

Funding secured, The Bay embarks on planning park's next phase

With the city and county approving $4 million, work is underway on the project's $67 million second phase, focusing on the public boat launch area on the north side of the park.

Sarasota
News

By Jay Heater |
July 21, 2023

Gifted student eligibility requires a complete package

IQ, motivation, leadership and more figured into the equation before moving a student into the gifted program.

East County
Schools

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 1, 2022

Former alpaca farmer finds tranquility while weaving

Dedrea Greer, who became an alpaca midwife, said that the first time she saw a loom, it looked like serenity.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
August 1, 2023

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Aug. 3-9

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Observer Staff |
August 27, 2023

Children win at first Casino Night

Suncoast Charities for Children hosted a games night fundraiser Aug. 26 at the Sarasota Event Center as part of its Suncoast Summer Fest series.

Black Tie

By Marty Fugate |
January 26, 2024

It's science vs. faith in Asolo Rep's production of 'Inherit the Wind'

Director Peter Rothstein takes an evenhanded approach in this American classic based on a 1925 trial.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

By Ryan Kohn |
May 2, 2023

Lakewood Ranch softball believes in breakthrough as playoffs arrive

The two-time defending state champs are 15-9 in 2023, but the Mustangs say they're capable of more.

East County
Sports

By Ryan Kohn |
September 6, 2023

See these former area football stars on Saturdays

The Sarasota area has several alumni playing at the highest levels of college football.

Sarasota
Sports

By Liz Ramos |
January 6, 2022

ODA students explore their passions through day of innovation in Lakewood Ranch

Middle school students get a chance to create their own products at iInnovate Day.

East County
Schools

By Jay Heater |
January 13, 2024

Lake Club home sells for $6.3 million

The previous owners of the Lakewood Ranch home loved the area so much that they purchased another home in The Lake Club.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
November 22, 2023

Police called on ex-girlfriend failing to make plan to 'get her life back on track'

Instead, a woman whose ex took her in falsely accused him of battery. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Eric Snider |
August 17, 2023

This home collection of jukeboxes is a museum-worthy experience

When a jukebox in a store window caught Vickie Compton’s eye, she had to have it. That led to four decades of collecting and restoring them with her husband, Rodger.