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By Marty Fugate |
December 1, 2025

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presents holiday pageant in living color

Director Nate Jacobs discusses his latest take on Langston Hughes' "Black Nativity" and why it matters more than ever.

Arts + Culture

By S.T. Cardinal |
December 3, 2025

E-bike regulation considered by Longboat Key

With the rise in popularity of e-bikes, Longboat Key is mulling an ordinance to manage the rising mode of transportation.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
November 27, 2025

Historic preservation group identifies six structures to save for 2025

Five of the six properties on the the Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation's Six to Save 2025 list are in or near downtown Sarasota.

Sarasota
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
November 16, 2025

Cortez Bridge replacement work set to begin in 2026

Manatee County is busy moving infrastructure to prepare for construction of the $135 million fixed span bridge.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
December 2, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Dec. 4-10

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Dana Kampa |
November 18, 2025

Longboat restaurants that are open on Thanksgiving

The following local restaurants plan to feature turkey-centric menus for the holiday.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
November 27, 2025

Not one for noise, Rams defensive/tight end speaks with his game

On a Riverview High football team full of offensive weapons, soft-spoken junior Miles Przekwas was a defensive standout.

Sarasota
Sports

By Eric Snider |
November 20, 2025

Camaraderie trumps competition for the members of this racing club

Meet the members of the Sarasota Model Yacht Club, who find purpose, rivalry and plenty of laughter steering their "toy boats" across Benderson Park's Green Parrot Lake.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
November 2, 2025

Families head to Sarasota's Cherokee Park for trick-or-treating

The neigborhood is one of Sarasota's most popular locations on Halloween night.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
November 5, 2025

Michael's On East renovations offer a new theme

The Sarasota restaurant's new design aims to evoke the golden age of supper clubs.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Marty Fugate |
November 21, 2025

The story behind a refined steakhouse experience with hometown heart

B&B Chophouse & Market in Lakewood Ranch delivers classic cuts and modern flair and lets guests take the flavor home.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Jack Nelson |
November 19, 2025

Braden River High graduate blazes a path toward MLB

Ryan Waldschmidt, a 23-year-old outfielder, was named the Arizona Diamondbacks' Minor League Player of the Year.

East County
Sports

By Su Byron |
November 21, 2025

Sarasota arts scene serves up holiday classics, explores the modern 9-to-5

Across the region, creativity is flourishing — from bold new theater and centennial celebrations to music and dance that lift the spirit.

Arts + Culture

By Lesley Dwyer |
November 12, 2025

Veterans find camaraderie in paddling at Nathan Benderson Park

The veterans dragon boat team operates under the umbrella of the park's nonprofit conservancy.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
November 25, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Nov. 27-Dec. 3

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Observer Staff |
November 8, 2025

Sarasota Sheriff's Office kicks off toy drive Dec. 1

The toy drive benefits Teen Court of Sarasota, the All Star Children's Foundation the Florida Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office and other organizations.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Marty Fugate |
November 24, 2025

Mark Twain is alive and well and living in Sarasota

Twain impersonator Alan Kitty is launching a festival to honor the noted author's 190th birthday.

Arts + Culture

By Andrew Warfield |
November 20, 2025

Siesta Key condo replacement measure denied by county

A proposed county Comprehensive Plan amendment would have permitted older, nonconforming condo communities to voluntarily rebuild at outdated density and other standards.