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Chris McComas, the co-founder of MVP Sports  and Social, hopes he can get a hole-in-one while using the putter as a pool stick. (Photo by Liz Ramos)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 24, 2022
MVP Sports and Social starts mini golf league in Lakewood Ranch

The new mini golf league at The Fish Hole in Lakewood Ranch offers unique challenges.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The roundabout at 14th Street and U.S. 41 is among the network of roundabouts along Tamiami Trail planned by the Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization through Sarasota.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 5, 2023
Sarasota still has a ways to go to be a 'roundabout city'

Sarasota is among the state's leaders in converting intersections into roundabouts. On a national level, it's not even close.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By James Campbell |
  • April 8, 2013
Buchanan tax forum well-received by public

Buchanan tax forum well-received by public

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
John Horne, the  CEO of Anna Maria Oyster Bar, is opening a restaurant at UTC.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 1, 2022
Anna Maria Oyster Bar headed to UTC in Sarasota in 2023

Restaurant CEO John Horne wanted to open a restaurant close to the Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • News
Vessels are generally allowed to stay overnight in the town’s waterways as long as they have sufficient lighting. But a town code prohibits a person from mooring a boat for more than 72 hours in a 30-day period.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 30, 2015
Boat mooring in Longbeach Village questioned

Two out-of-town boaters complain it’s hard to moor their boat in Longbeach Village to grab a bite to eat because of sailboats they believe are always in the way.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The city hopes to have an updated draft code ready for review later this summer.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 19, 2018
Form-based code review hits snag

Concern from both residents and city officials has delayed the potential adoption of new zoning regulations.

  • Sarasota
  • News
River Club's Erika Ruzanov and Maks Ruzanov drop off their children, 7-year-old Lukas and 5-year-old Nikolai, at school in their golf cart. Erika Ruzanov says driving a golf cart around the neighborhood is convenient. (Photo by Liz Ramos)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 10, 2022
The do's and don'ts of driving golf carts in east Bradenton

As golf cart use increases on roads and sidewalks, residents search for proper rules.

  • East County
  • News
Olivia "Liv" Scanlon stars as Shakespeare's sister in "Judith" at Urbanite Theatre from Jan. 5 to Feb. 18, 2024.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • August 31, 2023
Urbanite Theatre enters unknown territory with 10th season

The "black box" theater pushes the envelope in its 10th season.

  • Arts + Culture
DeAnna Wright and Lawrence James perform "The Mother with the Hat." Photo by Frank Atura.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 8, 2018
Theater review: 'Mother with a Hat'

Asolo Conservatory’s latest play walks the razor’s edge between redemption and self-destruction.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Abbey Steele, a producer of "The Jayar Show" on The Joy FM, collects donations as cars drive through the T-shirts for Turkeys event at Woodland Community Church on Nov. 9.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 10, 2023
Manatee residents pay it forward for Thanksgiving

Woodland Community Church hosts a food collection drive-thru on Nov. 9.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Longboat Key Garden Club officers Susan Loprete, Sharon Meir, Susan Mason, Melanie Dale, Lyn Haycock and Susan Phillips at the club's Arbor Day Picnic & Annual Meeting which was held on April 28 at the Longboat Island Chapel.
  • By James Peter |
  • June 20, 2023
Longboat Key Garden Club named grand marshal of Freedom Fest parade

The club was recognized for its many beautifying efforts on Longboat Key, support for conservation causes and community service.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Maggie Sharrer, the wellness coordinator and Hope teacher, is thrilled to share with students how to be happy and healthy people. (Photo by Liz Ramos)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • August 10, 2022
Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy ready to open for its first year

The newest school in Lakewood Ranch promises to offer education amplified.

  • East County
  • Schools
Members of the Survivors in Sync dragon boat team, including coach Angela Long, were selected to Team USA for the International Dragon Boat Federation World Dragon Boat Racing Championships.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 19, 2023
Stay in the know on Sarasota sports this week

A football player makes a big commitment, boat races come to Benderson Park, and local rowers get national honors.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The SPD Marine Patrol Unit is teaming up with Coast Guard Flotilla 84 to offer free boat inspections from 8 a.m.-noon on Saturday, May 20.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 18, 2023
Free boat safety inspections held Saturday at Centennial Park

The Sarasota Police Department Marine Patrol and Coast Guard Flotilla 84 urge safe boating by offering inspections at Centennial Park as summer approaches.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Headless Horseman haunts the Sarasota Polo Club grounds.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 28, 2023
'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' returns to Sarasota Polo Club

The Headless Horseman rides again in Lakewood Ranch to get people in the Halloween spirit.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Syndicated radio host Matt Bruce spoke to the audience at the 9/11 Remembrance ceremony held Sept. 11, 2023, at Sarasota National Cemetery. He told an incredible story of survival at the World Trade Center on 9/11, but how much of it is true?
  • By James Peter |
  • September 23, 2023
Radio host told Sarasota he's a 9/11 hero. Was he really there?

The Observer found inconsistencies throughout radio personality "the Captain" Matt Bruce's story of 9/11 heroism, military service and record as a firefighter.

  • Sarasota
  • News
6-year-old Brentley Green, Sue Hill, 9-year-old Mikiah Savens, and 5-year-old Sofia Green.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 7, 2023
Disabilities education fair offers resources and networking opportunities

The event brought together numerous local agencies and drew about 200 families.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Apparent hoax sparks racism allegations at Sarasota commission meeting
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 17, 2024
Apparent hoax sparks racism allegations at Sarasota commission meeting

A purported social media post prompted a city commissioner's accusations against a local government watchdog.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"Divas Three" will ends its run at FST's Court Cabaret on Sept. 17.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 5, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Sept. 7-13

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Kabena Willams and Molly Moore
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 10, 2023
Girls Inc. kicks off with Totally Tailgate

Patrons enjoyed a casual football-themed event with games, food and live music.

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