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Although he grew up in a Chicago suburb, Peter Vole learned to love agriculture after moving to Manatee County.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 15, 2022
Peter Vole named Agriculturalist of the Year in Manatee County

His work with kids in 4-H, FFA and at the Manatee County Fair earned him the award.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Ainsleigh Herbert, 5, Katie Herbert, and Anniston Herbert, 8
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 10, 2023
A new year begins at Southside Elementary School

The first day of school saw students led by their families into the start of a new year.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Woman arrested after assault by spray bottle
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 6, 2024
Woman arrested after assault by spray bottle

A domestic dispute call ended with a woman being arrested for throwing a spray bottle at her boyfriend. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Blind Willy makes his way into the sea grapes. Photo courtesy of Terri Driver.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • June 2, 2022
Longboat gopher tortoises recognized with proclamation

At least one tortoise has been living mid-Key for about 30 years.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Siesta Key Beach is beautiful all year round.
  • By Amelia Hanks |
  • February 13, 2019
No plans for Valentine's Day in Sarasota? Here are 14 ideas

We won't tell your sweetie where your amazing date-night came from. It will be our little Valentine's Day secret.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Manatee County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh will head to Washington, D.C. next week to attend a signing event for a new trade deal with China. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 8, 2020
Lakewood Ranch's Vanessa Baugh invited to White House for signing of trade agreement with China

Lakewood Ranch's Vanessa Baugh invited to White House for signing of trade agreement with China

  • East County
  • News
Captain Ed Kolodzieski and two clients enjoy a sunny day on Sarasota Bay in a Duffy Sun Cruiser. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • June 22, 2022
Local business corners market on electric boats

Ed Kolodzieski won't just order an electric boat for you. You can visit his showroom and take one home the next week.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
408 Jackson Drive
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • February 15, 2023
Top residential real estate sales for Jan. 30 to Feb. 3 for Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key, Bird Key.

A St. Armands home in John Ringling Estates tops the week's sales at $2.8 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Capt. Stanley Schaeffer (Photo by Heidi Kurpiela)
  • By Eric Snider |
  • May 23, 2019
Q&A: Meet Manatee County's new sheriff

Lakewood Ranch becomes home to a Manatee County Sheriff substation and hub for its several tactical units. Capt. Stanley Schaeffer is the man in charge.

  • LWR Life
CEO Joy Mahler, Katie Emmons, chairwoman Kristina Eastmond, Jennifer Simms and Scooter Maloney
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 12, 2023
Live, Laugh, Love Luncheon returns to The Ritz

The Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast's Live, Laugh, Love luncheon made its return to The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota on Feb. 11.

  • Black Tie
A building proposed at 1312 N. Tamiami Trail includes eight residential units on the top floor and one level of commercial space.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 23, 2024
Plans for 181 affordable residences seek city approval

The four projects that went before the Sarasota Development Review Committee would add a total of 197 residences to the city's housing stock.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Andrew and Luz Hereth celebrated 15 years of marriage at the 2022 Valentine’s Day vow renewal on Siesta Beach.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 27, 2023
The best things to do this spring on Siesta, Lido, Longboat keys

The don’t-miss events from around the keys in February, March and April.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Michael Garey at Longboat Key’s Lazy Lobster.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 29, 2024
Lazy Lobster's Michael Garey is anything but lazy

This Lazy Lobster co-owner doesn’t have a lazy bone in his body. He loves his work and honors the mentors who got him started.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Ringling College of Art and Design spent $550,000 to buy nearly a half-acre of property on the North Trail this month.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • December 15, 2015
Ringling College buys North Trail land

The Ringling College of Art and Design last week bought two vacant properties fronting North Tamiami Trail for $550,000.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A special crane lifts the approximately 15-ton piece of acrylic that will become a main window in the Mote Science Education Aquarium's Gulf of Mexico Gallery tank that is two stories high.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 25, 2023
Mote aquarium construction offers window to the future

The $132 million project in Sarasota reaches a key milestone with the placement of two 15-ton acrylic tank windows.

  • East County
  • News
The 75th Annual Labor Day Regatta will be held Saturday, Sept. 2, at the Sarasota Sailing Squadron.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 29, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Aug. 31 to Sept. 6

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
In early 2001, Sarasota Audubon began conducting bird surveys at the Celery Fields. To date, 246 species have been recorded.
  • By Emily Leinfuss |
  • February 17, 2023
Need a break? Here are some Lakewood Ranch spots for a quick respite

Hurrying through life is a great way to miss it. Lakewood Ranch is packed with beautiful reasons to slow down.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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
"Watermelon Regatta" before and after the restoration.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 28, 2024
Ringling Museum restores mysterious painting from 1700s

“Watermelon Regatta,” an 18th-century painting by the artist known only as the “Master of the Fertility of the Egg,” is on display at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
E. Scott Osborne is president of the Through Women's Eyes Film Festival.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • March 4, 2024
Through Women's Eyes film fest unspools 25th edition

This year's Through Women's Eyes International Film Festival brings a mix of new selections and old favorites to Sarasota.

  • Arts + Culture
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