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By Jay Heater |
December 24, 2025

After five decades, this Lakewood Ranch Santa continues to spread joy and more

Rich Vannucci, who still wears the Santa suit his mother made for him 50 years ago, isn't ready to put a wrap on his career.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
December 10, 2025

Clogged toilet plunges landlord and tenant into eviction

A renter threatens to zip-tie a property owner over a plumbing issue in an ongoing whirlpool of discontent. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Dana Kampa |
January 5, 2026

Longstanding St. Armands Italian restaurant reopens under new name

Nōnnō Umberto, formerly operating as Le Colone, held its soft opening the first week of January under a new generation's leadership.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
January 7, 2026

The Sarasota Players adds new board, cuts CEO position and promotes two

The reorganization precedes the community theater's move to Payne Park later this year.

Arts + Culture

By Florida Lakes Vein Center |
December 25, 2025

It’s a New Year—Kick It Off With Healthier Legs

Florida Lakes Vein Center (FLVC) firmly believes that no one should have to live with heavy, tired, or swollen legs, or be told the problem is “just aging.”

Health

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By Observer Staff |
January 13, 2026

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 15-21

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Florida Power & Light (FPL) |
December 11, 2025

Florida Families Can Help Neighbors and Celebrate an Energy-Efficient Holiday

Tips to Save Energy All Season Long and a Chance to Win Holiday Energy-Efficiency Kits for 80 Floridians

Sarasota
Neighbors

Sponsored Content

By Madison Bierl |
December 6, 2025

Kids aim to score big in Elks Hoop Shoot in Lakewood Ranch

The annual event forces the competitors to learn to perform under pressure and allows the to advance all the way to the national level.

East County
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
January 12, 2026

Beloved Out-of-Door Academy teacher dies

Mike Newhams, who began teaching at ODA in 1997, died due to complications from his cancer treatments.

East County
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
January 8, 2026

Will 2026 be another year of 'mights' in Sarasota?

From a new Sarasota city manager (maybe) to an implementation agreement for a new performing arts center (also maybe), 2026 promises to be an eventful year in Sarasota. Maybe.

Sarasota
News

By Palomino Insurance |
December 25, 2025

Palomino Insurance: Medicare Guidance, Support, and Expertise

Navigating Medicare shouldn’t feel like learning a new language—but for many people approaching 65, it often does. Between Advantage vs. Medigap, drug plans, networks and an endless wave of marketing mailers, it’s easy to feel lost before you even begin.

Health

Sponsored Content

By Eric Garwood |
November 4, 2025

Work begins to widen Legacy Trail near downtown Sarasota

An additional lane is being added along 1.4 miles between Shade Avenue and Beneva Road.

Sarasota
News

By Jack Nelson |
January 5, 2026

Impactful moments loom for East County's sports landscape in 2026

There's plenty of reasons for local sports enthusiasts to be excited about the year ahead.

East County
Sports

By S.T. Cardinal |
January 13, 2026

Man finds neighbor in home after hardware store run

A trespassing neighbor and a woman being illuminated without her permisson. This and other Longboat Key police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Andrew Warfield |
December 11, 2025

City asks: How much noise is too much?

In a long-awaited new ordinance, the Sarasota City Commission says if you can hear it from 100 feet away, it's too loud.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Advertising Content Staff |
December 17, 2025

Animal interactions and private experiences at Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Get friendly with some flamingos, take your picture with a parrot. Touch a tortoise.

Arts + Entertainment
Spotlight Partners

Sponsored Content

By Jack Nelson |
January 15, 2026

Local 10-year-old becomes Kids World Record holder

Kensington Kotuby accomplished an unprecedented feat with 1,154 Skip-It jumps in 15 minutes and 29 seconds.

Sarasota
Sports

By Jack Nelson |
December 25, 2025

Riverview High baseball mentors next generation

The Rams' longtime partnership with Southside Elementary School is centered around learning, fun and building connections.

Sarasota
Sports

By Madison Bierl |
January 13, 2026

New German bakery, coffeehouse rises at University Town Center

Mama G's opened its doors of a new Sarasota-Bradenton location on Dec. 15 under the leadership of two 26-year-old managing partners.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Dana Kampa |
January 6, 2026

Save these dates in 2026 for Longboat-area events

There are plenty of opportunities to explore the local flavor in the upcoming year, whether it's through art, parades or just fun community gatherings.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

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