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  • By Pam Nadon |
  • December 30, 2015
Film review: 'The Big Short'

An easy to decipher look behind the 2008 economic meltdown

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Photo by Ryan Finzelber
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 23, 2016
Theater review: 'My Barking Dog'

“My Barking Dog” takes a bite out of civilization at Urbanite Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Caegan Quimby performed with Physical Plant at Art Center Sarasota.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 30, 2012
September Year in Pictures: Sarasota

Enjoy some of our picks for best pictures of September 2012.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lazy Lobster bartenders Mackenzie Flanagan and Courtney Rossler
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • July 29, 2015
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere

With Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant gone, what will be your new favorite happy hour spot?

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Karl and Rhonda Wilson sit on location at Parker’s Books. “It has always been a dream and just living the dream was neat, a lot of fun and what we always wanted to do,” Rhonda Wilson says.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • January 16, 2013
SRQ couple conquers big-screen dream

It takes 'reel' love for the pair to execute a full-length film with full-time jobs, three children and a $3,000 budget.

  • Arts + Culture
Adam Bowman, Marco Vannucci and Quayshaun "Q" Oliver make up the band AWAKENNATION. Photo Courtesy
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • August 8, 2019
Local band premieres first song 'Sarasota'

The band AWAKENNATION featured lyrics about Sarasota Bay and the Ringling family in the city-themed song.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Shemeeka Murrell gets a little emotional during Truality's gospel brunch performance on July 24, 2016.
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • August 10, 2016
Brunch with a side of soul

Blue Rooster’s Gospel brunch is about more than just food and music.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By James Peter |
  • March 29, 2023
What’s the point of writing (and editing)?

The Longboat Key Observer's new managing editor wrestles with lightweight issues like our unreliable memories and the purpose of writing and reading.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Fourth graders Lelia Rodriguez, Catalina Poole, Emily Topping and Molly Jae work collaboratively on an assignment. Each of them went to a different elementary school before attending Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy. (Photo by Liz Ramos)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 5, 2022
School overcrowding eases slightly with charter academy opening

The opening of Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy slightly lessens the enrollment load at other local schools.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 5, 2014
Purchase could yield town center

Commissioners unanimously approved the $1.5 million purchase of a 2.8-acre parcel behind Publix Monday night, citing overwhelming support from residents and businesses.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Shoppers and diners have returned to St. Armands Circle a year after the devastation wrought by hurricanes Helene and Milton.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 16, 2025
Storm-weary businesses anticipate return to normal season

Sarasota's tourism destinations are polished up, opened up and ready for snowbirds and visitors one year after hurricanes cost businesses the 2024-25 season.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Red tide levels at Siesta Beach were in the medium range. (File photo)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 23, 2023
Red tide advisory lifted for Sarasota County beaches

The red tide advisory has been in place since December 2022.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Alisha Erozer with John O’Connor, Jr., vice chairman of the Manatee River Soil and Water District Board
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 17, 2011
Lakewood student speech earns top honors

Lakewood Ranch High School student Alisha Erozer took second place in a recent speech contest.

  • East County
  • News
St. Armands Cirlce is home to several restaurants and stores.
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • October 8, 2019
Circle your vote for landmark

St. Armands Circle is a finalist in the American Planning Association's 2019 Great Places in Florida People's Choice.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Longboat Key Police Department is located in the Public Safety Complex. (File photo)
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 27, 2014
LBK police department offers medication disposal

The Longboat Key Police Department is now an Official Medical Collection site.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 7, 2010
Larson, Pokoik speak to Village residents

Lynn Larson and Lee Pokoik are running for the District 1 seat of the Longboat Key Town Commission against incumbent Mayor Lee Rothenberg.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 14, 2010
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Charlie George

The Observer spotlights Manatee East catcher Charlie George.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 26, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Pure Blends Performance Nutrition

When you step into Pure Blends Performance Nutrition, you won't find a typical menu that lists a variety of smoothie flavors on the wall.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 5, 2015
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 8.06.15

Enjoy this week's edition of Longboat Key Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 17, 2014
Commission will discuss legal counsel today

The Longboat Key Town Commission is solely responsible for two Longboat Key positions: the town manager and the town attorney.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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