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"A Band Called Honalee: A Tribute to Peter, Paul and Mary... and friends" plays at Florida Studio Theatre's Goldstein Cabaret from Aug. 19 through Oct. 26.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 12, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Aug. 14-20

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
"It's hard because you have to think backward and save all the lights," Rita Rust says. "With other mediums you can just add them on at some point."
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • August 20, 2014
'Guiding Light'

As a part of the Light Chasers plein air painters, watercolorist Rita Rust always looks for the light. She strives for simplicity in her strokes.

  • Arts + Culture
Riverview senior hurdler Sumner Mullins returned to the track less than two months ago after missing his junior season due to a back injury.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 21, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Riverview senior happy to be back on the track

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • June 16, 2011
Forty Carrots preschoolers show love for dads

In honor of Father's Day this Sunday, we asked preschoolers what makes their dads special.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ricardo Robinson-Shinall has worked in the Braden River High School theater department since 2016.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • April 19, 2025
'Hadestown' will be Braden River High theater director's final show

Ricardo Robinson-Shinall is leaving Braden River High after 15 years.

  • East County
  • Schools
Liam Wilford and Brandon Schwartz hold their trophies.
  • By Andrew Atkins |
  • April 3, 2019
This Braden River class is a 'drag'

"It’s always a nice feeling when you see you have one of the fastest cars."

  • East County
  • Schools
Rosemary District stakeholders came together on Jan. 1 to paint a Central Avenue fence green, an effort to raise awareness about plans to bring a park to the site.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 13, 2021
Rosemary District raises funds for park purchase

After years of lobbying, the neighborhood is on the verge of securing land to convert into public open space.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 12, 2009
Our View

Health care for all, comrades

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Downtown Improvement board members said large events, such as the Downtown Sarasota Festival of the Arts, are the only ones that can afford to pay the fees associated with street closures.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 29, 2018
Downtown leaders talk event opportunities

Officials are exploring the creation of a recurring Main Street event and a new position to oversee downtown promotions.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rico Antonio. Courtesy photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 29, 2018
The new Coug: Cardinal Mooney girls basketball finds its next coach

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Longboat Key Garden Club members presented Virginia Sanders with a member emeritus title Oct. 2.
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • October 8, 2014
Meet Virginia

The island's original tree-hugger gets an honorary title from the Longboat Key Garden Club on her 92nd birthday in recognition of her contributions.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
More than 300 listings appeared with a search of Longboat Key on vacation rental site VRBO.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • July 24, 2018
Longboat issues 23 short-term rental citations in less than three weeks

The town has issued 23 citations for short-term rentals less than three weeks after Longboat Key passed an ordinance allowing citations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Jay Tallman, head of Ascentia Development Group, had confidence the time was right to begin work on a new project on Longboat Key.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 24, 2015
Q&A with Jay Tallman

One of the first builders to reinvest in Longboat Key post-recession discusses, Jay Tallman discusses his new condo project, the town code and the environment for development in the area.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Architect’s rendering of the entrance into the Center. Gallery pivot walls shown on the right.
  • By ArtCenter Manatee |
  • September 18, 2023
ArtCenter Manatee: Transforming Lives & Building Community

ArtCenter Manatee has been transforming lives in Manatee County and surrounding areas for over 85 years.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Spotlight Partners
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Thomas Modly adjusts the flagpoles as the sun sets.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 5, 2026
Patriots Pier in Siesta Key receives new flagpoles

A group of residents that stewards the nightly ceremony honoring the U.S. military have replaced the rebar for its flagpoles, ensuring the tradition continues.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 16, 2013
Welcome to paradise, ULI

Welcome to paradise, ULI

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 18, 2019
Sarasota cyclist is pedaling for safety

Mark Schiefer advocates for bike safety while pushing himself to the limit.

  • Health
Federico Hradek stands in the black box theater space.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 14, 2024
$28M renovation of Booker High theater means 'enormous possibilities'

The recently completed project adds mezzanine seating, a black box theater, a costume shop and a grand lobby.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Manatee County commissioners approve the purchase of Mixon Fruit Farms for $13.5 million July 29, exactly two years after the farm's last day of business.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 6, 2025
Manatee County moves forward with Mixon Fruit Farms purchase

The property will be purchased for $13.5 million and be developed into a living museum, a library and other public uses.

  • East County
  • News
Glenda Kiesewetter submitted this photo of a storm rolling in, taken on Siesta Key Beach.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 14, 2015
Sarasota photo contest winner: May 14

Visit YourObserver.com to submit your local weather or nature-related photos. Each weekly winner will be entered into a monthly drawing for a $25 gift card. One grand prize winner will receive a $5,000 flooring makeover, to be announced in October.* *Gran

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