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Booker High senior wide receiver Josiah Booker.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 28, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Josiah Booker

The Booker High football senior helped his team to a 38-32 win over Bishop Verot High in the regional finals Nov. 24.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Ted Lindenberg (second from left) celebrates his 2023 C. John A. Clarke Humanitarian Award with his daughter, Michele Olson, wife Susan, and grandson Ryan Olson.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 10, 2023
Lakewood Ranch Community Fund takes it to higher level

The nonprofit's Soirée at the Ranch, its main fundraiser of the year, was a sellout.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Lift Station D at 521 Gulf Bay Road collects sewage from the town of Longboat Key and pumps it to a treatment facility in Bradenton.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • August 27, 2021
Longboat Key awaits FDEP feedback for pipeline reassessment

It will take the town of Longboat Key about 10 months to complete the assessment of its 20-inch force main.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Christmas in the Garden at Longboat Island Chapel
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • December 18, 2023
Longboaters make Christmas in Garden an inclusive community

Local organizations, businesses and residents share the meaning behind the trees they donated to Christmas in the Garden at Longboat Island Chapel.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Anna Zimmerman (Center, right) poses with her winnings beside Deputy Superintendent Cynthia Saunders, Jason Edelkind and Superintendent Dr. Diana Greene.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • February 4, 2016
Braden River High student wins at regional science and engineering fair

Anna Zimmerman broke the code with her project on DNA sequences.

  • East County
  • News
Cardinal Mooney senior quarterback Michael Valentino transferred to the program from Charlotte High for the 2023 season.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 29, 2023
Cardinal Mooney, Booker football teams claw way to state semifinals

With wins Friday night, the Cougars and Tornadoes will find themselves in their respective state championship games.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The new youth softball complex at 17th Street Regional Park will feature 220-foot outfield fences, conforming to collegiate and professional softball standards.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 31, 2023
Adult softball, funding strategy approved for 17th Street Park

Sarasota County commissioners authorized an additional $8 million spend for the now $65 million first phase of the regional park project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This abandoned house in Kensington Park was reported to have an overgrowth violation, but only one weed stood taller than the surrounding vegetation. Photos by Jessica Salmond
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • February 4, 2015
Code enforcement: the good, the bad, the ugly

Based on an increase in call volume, the county's code enforcement department will seek two additional administration positions to help handle violations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 25, 2023
Disaster prep sales tax holiday begins Saturday

Sales tax will not be collected on a variety of products to help weather the aftermath of a hurricane.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Madeline Walker painting
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • February 5, 2024
Seaplace Condominium residents share their art with the community

The resident artists exhibited paintings, cards and clothing, along with a handful of authors selling their books.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Lakewood Ranch Garden Club planted and maintains a garden behind Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 28, 2023
Lakewood Ranch Garden Club emphasizes uniqueness of Florida

Club President Anita Machlin says the club's programming is meant to educate and entertain.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
After 22 years, the owner of Dakin Dairy Farms, Jerry Dakin, is selling the Myakka City dairy farm.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 27, 2023
Dakin Dairy to sell farm in Myakka City

After 22 years, Jerry Dakin is selling his 350-acre farm.

  • East County
  • News
Robert Gaglio addresses the audience at Bird Key Yacht Club.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 12, 2024
Local author brings taste of Italy to Bird Key Yacht Club

Chef Robert Gaglio's new book documents his tours of Italy and journey of self-discovery following the 2008 financial crisis.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Dakin Dairy Farms cows are mechanically milked. The farm is being sold and owner Jerry Dakin hopes the farm will remain in agriculture. It is one of the last dairy farms in Manatee County.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 6, 2023
Dairy business in Manatee County faces uncertain future

With Dakin Dairy for sale, Cameron Dakin Dairy might not be far behind.

  • East County
  • News
Christian Ziegler
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 6, 2024
Prosecutors decline video voyeurism charge against Christian Ziegler

Christian Ziegler was previously cleared of sexual assault allegations. The State Attorney's Office also dismisses charge that the encounter was recorded without accuser's knowledge.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Fruits, veggies, milk, a bread roll and plant-based nuggets make a complete meal.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 26, 2024
Plant-based lunch options roll out in Manatee school cafeterias

Two high schools and three middle schools offer Impossible Burgers and plant-based nuggets.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 6, 2021
Public Works, public service

Town employee saves dog from Bayfront Park fall.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Pumpkin has beautiful eyes among other qualities. Ava Biasini is trying to find a home for Pumpkin. (Photo by Jay Heater)
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 25, 2022
Bradenton 18-year-old spends summer finding homes for stray cats

Chemical engineering will have to wait for the cat-loving University of Florida student.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Tom Patterson and Michael Perrie Jr. duke it out in FST's "The Last Match."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 2, 2023
'The Last Match' explores the inner game of tennis

Florida Studio Theatre's latest production explores the mind games of two fiercely competitive athletes.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
This Country Club home at 6919 Belmont Court sold for $2 million. It has four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, a pool and 4,159 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 23, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for April 8-12 in Lakewood Ranch

A Country Club home on Belmont Court tops the week's sales at $2 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
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