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Construction takes place on the farmland beside McIntosh Middle.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 26, 2023
Renovation of McIntosh Middle School's farmland underway

The $6 million project is designed to reimagine the farmland at the Sarasota County school and enhance its educational mission.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Sarasota High senior weightlifter Mark Monchecourt won the 219-pound division of the FHSAA Class 3A state meet in the Traditional category, lifting a combined 725 pounds.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 27, 2024
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Mark Monchecourt

The Sarasota High senior weightlifter won the 219-pound class at the Sarasota County Championships.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Team Europe captain Darren Clarke said he'll have to play smart while navigating the course at The Concession.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 6, 2023
World Champions Cup golfers impressed by The Concession

The PGA Tour Champions event begins Thursday and runs Friday and Sunday.

  • East County
  • Sports
Cari Aslan thanks board members for their generosity of time and talents to help the community work together.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 5, 2023
Celebrating service at Spanish Main Yacht Club

The yacht club threw a special happy hour on Feb. 15 to thank board members.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Mike Haycock has served on the Longboat Key Town Commission since 2019.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • November 10, 2020
Longboat Key elections 2021: Five questions with Mike Haycock

Mike Haycock is running for reelection to retain his At-Large commissioner seat.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes for dancing for Rock the Roof.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 1, 2024
Next up on the Black Tie calendar: 2024

What does this year’s Black Tie scene have in store for us? Nothing short of fabulous.

  • Black Tie
AG Lafley helped lead the formation of the Bay Park Conservancy and the opening of the first phase of The Bay.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 30, 2023
AG Lafley talks handing off leadership of the Bay Park Conservancy

When Stephanie Crockatt takes over as president and CEO of the BPC, the volunteer founding CEO will step back but not away from The Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Trey Jones handles the lead vocals for American Jones during My Hometown Fest at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota on Saturday.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 30, 2024
Thousands attend My Hometown Fest in Sarasota

Nathan Benderson Park hosted the annual fundraiser for the Sertoma Club of Greater Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Rucker turned 2 on Feb. 3. He is trained to identify and respond to anxiety cues, such as  bouncing knees and crying.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 5, 2020
Manatee County has a hound with a heart

Therapy dog helps emergency providers deal with anxiety, stress in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
Lake Club Women's Giving Circle's Nancy Lepain, Hope Family Service's Tiffany Ogline and Daviana Ferrer, Lake Club Artist Guild founder Margie Meyer and Lake Club Women's Giving Circle's Barbara Najmy work together to donate artwork to Hope Family Services.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 18, 2024
Lake Club Artist Guild donates paintings to Hope Family Services

The artist guild works with the Lake Club Women's Giving Circle to donate at least 45 pieces to the Bradenton nonprofit.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
A community workshop led to preliminary plans for the Ringling Boulevard complex.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 12, 2023
Meeting produces two conceptual options for county admin building

Three days of collaborative work with Benderson Development and Laurel Park residents provided a starting point for redevelopment planning.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Nick Campbell, the director of golf at Lakewood National Golf Club, said both his courses hosted a combined 103,000 rounds in 2021.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 12, 2022
Suncoast Classic returns with a No. 1 golf course rating

LECOM Suncoast Classic's Lakewood Ranch course captures national attention after GolfPass review.

  • East County
  • News
Byeong Hun An won the 2022 LECOM Suncoast Classic at Lakewood National Golf Club.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 10, 2023
How past winners of the Suncoast Classic are faring now

Some have thrived, while others have struggled to replicate their Suncoast Classic success at Lakewood National.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sophia Rios sings in the performance.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • October 26, 2023
Music Compound rocks out with tribute to 'The Dark Side of the Moon'

A performance by students and instructors covered the Pink Floyd album from start to finish.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
This Bay Isles modern home on Longboat Key, designed by DSDG Architects, recently won the Aurora Award for Custom Home of the Year (5,000 sq ft – 10,000 sq ft) at the South Eastern Builders Conference. It features resilient deign aspects such as fake wood made of aluminum and solar panels.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 29, 2023
Resilient construction attempts to solve risks of beachfront living

Local architects explain how waterfront homes are built to withstand powerful storms.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Adrian Moore |
  • June 3, 2020
Better information needed to manage COVID-19 risks

Improved testing data would help help people resume activities while continuing to take appropriate action to manage risks.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Man threatens store clerk after being asked for ID
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 17, 2024
Man threatens store clerk after being asked for ID

A customer attempting to buy cigars at a convenience store threatened to return later and beat up the clerk. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
The Venice Theatre suffered extensive damage in Hurricane Ian, but it isn't irreparable. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • October 4, 2022
Hermitage, Venice Theatre begin road to recovery

The Hermitage Artist Retreat and Venice Theatre suffered damage from Hurricane Ian that will require extensive renovation.

  • Arts + Culture
A sample of the thank you cards Linda Mitchell has received. Courtesy photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • June 15, 2020
Key Club members raise thousands for furloughed employees

The "Members Who Care" GoFundMe ran for a short time, but made a huge impact.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Asher Ripley, 6, assembles plants to create a sun print at Suncoast Waterkeeper.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 21, 2024
Earth Day at The Bay unites community in support of the environment

The event featured Suncoast Remake Learning Days activities hosted by nonprofits from across Sarasota, a tree giveaway by the city of Sarasota and more.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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