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The Bidwell-Wood House is among the earliest documented structures in the Sarasota area.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 29, 2022
Sarasota landmarks to connect to the city's history

From native peoples that inhabited Sarasota 5,000 years ago to the establishment of modern communities, the Sarasota area is rich in history that reveals surprising ties to the events of the past.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Riverview's Aidan Steiner (21) sacks Sarasota's Alexander Diaz in the first game between the two teams this season. (File photo.)
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 17, 2022
Sarasota and Riverview football teams prepare for postseason rematch

It will be the first playoff game between the programs since 2004.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Alex Kitcher has a small crew of friends he plays video games with that will be joining him at Sarasota Polytechnical School. (Photo by Harry Sayer)
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • July 5, 2022
A new school year often means a big transition

Students and parents reflect on moving into middle school and high school.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 28, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for June 30 to July 6

It's a Fourth of July celebration week packed with theater, comedy, concerts and art in Sarasota, Longboat Key and Lakewood Ranch.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Volunteer BJ Branson, Volunteer Coordinator Shirley Perdisatt, and Volunteer Joanne Terwilliger get crafty with project for the residents.
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • February 16, 2023
Empath Health asks for a helping hand

Empath Health is in need of volunteers who want to help patients, families and the community.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Members of the Lakewood Ranch High Marching Band marched in the parade to honor the veterans.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 31, 2023
Tribute to Heroes Parade back on proper route

Lakewood Ranch Community Activities revived the Memorial Day weekend event.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Boaters who use the city's mooring field have tried policing themselves to avoid formal management. Photo by Kurt Schultheis.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 10, 2011
Sarasota boaters denounce regulations

Sarasota boaters told city staff last week they don't want to be told when and how long they can anchor off the shores of Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch flag football running back Mykelah Davis was the All-Manatee County Co-Offensive Player of the Year for 2023.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 31, 2023
Under-the-radar East County spring athletes get their due

These athletes made noise in 2023 even when their high school teams did not

  • East County
  • Sports
Shelli Freeland Eddie
  • By David Conway |
  • February 11, 2015
CCNA forum highlights neighborhood issues

A City Commission candidate forum Saturday illuminated key points leading up to the March 10 election, highlighting the interests of the candidates - and the neighborhood groups that posed the questions.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Van Gogh, famous for his vibrant colors and  reverence for everyday beauty, is well known for his studies of sunflowers. (Photo: Spencer Fordin)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • March 7, 2022
'Beyond Van Gogh' exhibit lands in Sarasota

You've seen Van Gogh paintings on walls and in museums. But now's your chance to stand inside one.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • March 6, 2019
Longboat Key Cops Corner: They played their cards wrong

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota High boys basketball sophomore Oliver Boyle.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 22, 2022
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Oliver Boyle

The Sarasota High sophomore scored 15 points Dec. 16 in the Sailors boys basketball team's 62-24 win over Lakewood Ranch High.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
The Zota Beach Resort on Longboat Key
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • February 14, 2018
Whose 165 units are they?

Take a hard look at the numbers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Marti Wood and Starr Shafer work together to fill sandbags ahead of hurricane. (Photo by Lauren Tronstad)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 25, 2022
Longboat Key residents fill sandbags preparing for Ian

Residents were provided up to 10 bags to fill for free from the town's Public Works Department.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 4, 2022
Freedom Fest bathes Longboat Key in red, white and blue

Biscuit arrived on a hot air balloon float and won Most Creative Costume.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • July 3, 2018
Key Chorale announces 2018-2019 season performances and events

The 34th season of Sarasota’s symphonic chorus will include eight concerts, one luncheon and the 2019 Sarasota Choral Festival.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • August 19, 2021
Longboat Key couple finish renovation on historic Whitney Beach cottage

The Prices' home started life as a beach condo in the 1930s, and they tried to keep it true to its Old Florida roots.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 17, 2022
DeSantis should not run

Gov. Ron DeSantis should be insistent that he was just reelected as governor, and the citizens of Florida expect him to do the job they elected him to do.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Firefighter-paramedic Jeff Bullock pins new lieutenant Ron Koper's badge to his uniform. (Photo by Lauren Tronstad)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 4, 2022
Longboat Key fire department holds ceremony for retirement and promotion

Lt. Alan Jenkins retires after 12 years with the department. Firefighter-paramedic Ron Koper was promoted to lieutenant in Jenkins's place.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
8-year-old Claire Bragg sands a piece of wood.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 9, 2023
Church of the Redeemer members build beds for children in need

The initiative was part of the church's Serve on Saturday project series.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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