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Sarasota National 8-9-10 All-Star Judah Mayer digs in at second base during a July 5 practice at Twin Lakes Park.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 6, 2022
Sarasota All-Star teams prepare for state tournament

The Sarasota National 8-9-10 team and the Sarasota National 50/70 team faced different paths, but both will compete this weekend.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Cash and Snookie Register
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • April 1, 2024
Longboat Kiwanian Winston 'Cash' Register dies at age 88

Register was a dedicated member of the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Save Siesta Key board member Harry Anand speaks at a meeting of the local delegation of state legislators on Thursday, Sept. 30 at the Sarasota County Administration Building.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 7, 2021
State reps hear pitch on Siesta Key incorporation

Support from legislators is essential if Siesta Key is going to become its own town, but some elected officials aren't necessarily sold on the idea.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 21, 2024
Social media restrictions for teens should be left to families, residents say

The Florida Senate prepares to vote on a bill that would restrict the use of social media by teens. Sarasota residents weigh in on the idea.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tom and Diane Carter say the county has told them they will no longer be taking part of their Creekwood backyard to build a roundabout.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 24, 2024
Creekwood roundabout hits road block in Manatee County

The $6.9 million project is headed toward a deferred list due to lack of funds.

  • East County
  • News
Xavier Uhlinse made 20 of his 25 shots to win the Boys 12-13 division of the Elks Hoop Shoot event held Dec. 6 at Haile Middle.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 12, 2023
Elks Hoop Shoot lets local athletes in on national free throw competition

Six winners from a local event at Haile Middle will advance to the district stage of competition.

  • East County
  • Sports
Honoree Centerstone of Florida CEO Melissa Larkin Skinner and Rodney Skinner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 17, 2024
Second Giving Breakfast focuses on helping children

Safe Children Coalition honored four individuals for their efforts to care for kids in the community.

  • Black Tie
Bia Candle Co. was among the 20 recipients of the Business Assistance Funds Program.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 24, 2023
Grants awarded to minority-owned businesses in Sarasota-Manatee

The Opportunities For All initiative named 20 local companies recipients of its 2023 Business Assistance Funds Program.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Canadian Brass returns to Sarasota with a holiday concert Dec. 4 at Sarasota Opera House.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • November 29, 2023
Canadian Brass brings its unique style to Sarasota for a holiday concert

The award-winning Canadian Brass quintet has strong Sarasota ties.

  • Arts + Culture
An aerial photo of Quick Point Nature Preserve.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 20, 2024
Report: Sarasota Bay ecosystem gets clean bill of health

Sarasota Bay Estuary Program's new report card goes beyond water quality with data on seagrass and other important indicators.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Members of Longboat Key Turtle Watch presented checks to Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium and Save Our Seabirds.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 23, 2021
Longboaters on the Nice List think of others

Longboat Key residents earned their spots this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota man pleads guilty to 2022 murder
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 26, 2023
Sarasota man pleads guilty to 2022 murder

Johnny Evans. 23, was sentenced to 35 years in prison.

  • Sarasota
  • News
On July 22, Volt Power Co. lineman Heston Braddock worked to remove a light pole from Birdie Lane. File photo
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • October 26, 2021
Verizon has plan to improve Longboat Key cell service

The Town Commission and P&Z Board are set to consider measures that would help improve north-end cell service.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Nathan Benderson hosted its annual fireworks display the night before the Fourth of July in 2023.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 29, 2023
Put these can't-miss East County events on your calendar for 2024

Save the date of these 15 events that will lead to a memorable 2024 in east Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
All Faiths Food Bank expects to distribute 13,000 frozen turkeys and sides for Thanksgiving.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 8, 2023
All Faiths Food Bank plans turkey dinner distributions

The food bank will distribute more than 13,000 frozen turkeys plus side dishes at multiple locations for residents of Sarasota and DeSoto counties.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Angela Stephanides teaches a geometry lesson at Riverview High School.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 14, 2023
Sarasota County's teacher shortage below FL average

Pay, political climate, testing demands and classroom behavior are cited as contributing to the unfilled teaching jobs.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Manatee County issues mandatory evacuation orders for those living in Zone A beginning Tuesday at 8 a.m.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 26, 2022
Manatee County issues evacuation orders

Manatee County issues mandatory and voluntary evacuations, effective 8 a.m. Tuesday, and proceeds with county closures.

  • East County
  • News
Bradenton's Cymia Martin is selling cups, tumblers and mugs at Kids Mart.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 25, 2023
Young entrepreneurs sell their arts and crafts at Kids Mart

Children ages 5-14 are starting their own businesses and will be selling their arts and crafts at Braden River Library's Kids Mart on Nov. 4.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Simply Tina, a full live band, performs Jan. 6 at Venice Performing Arts Center.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 2, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 4-10

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Police respond to a call about a gushing water hose
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 25, 2023
Police respond to a call about a gushing water hose

A late complaint from a resident prompts police to turn off a water hose. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
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