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Last year, close to 1,000 vehicles drove through the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office Halloween event.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • October 12, 2021
Sarasota Sheriff’s Office to put on second annual Halloween drive-thru

Well-received event in 2020 prompts decision to repeat in 2021.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Since 2017, a development team has been working on plans for the Bath and Racquet Club, an effort that has drawn opposition from neighboring residents. The city rejected initial plans in 2020, but approved a revision this year.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 1, 2021
Another revision, another review for Bath and Racquet Club plans

After receiving a preliminary approval for a mixed-use project earlier this year, the development team is asking the city for permission to swap commercial space for up to 70 residences.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This Little Free Library box is located at Bicentennial Park. Another one is located at Bayfront Park.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • August 16, 2017
Little Library spotting

Longboat Key is home to at least two Little Free Library boxes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Public Art Committee recommended selecting “Poly” by Jia Min Nancy Hou to place in the 14th Street roundabout.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 19, 2019
Committee endorses U.S. 41 roundabout artwork

In August, as construction continues at 10th Street and 14th Street, work may begin on a new roundabout at Fruitville Road.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Diego Munoz.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 10, 2021
East County Athlete of the Week: Diego Munoz

The Lakewood Ranch wrestler talks his takedowns and his best advice.

  • East County
  • Sports
Joaquin Phoenix in "Joker." Photo courtesy of IMDb.
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • October 7, 2019
'Joker' depicts the evolution of a madman

One of the most anticipated films of the year menaced its way to a box office record.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Over the weekend, medical personnel administered COVID-19 vaccines at the Sarasota Memorial Hospital clinic. (Sarasota Memorial Hospital photo)
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 11, 2021
COVID-19 vaccine frustration rises in Longboat Key

Difficulties with the sign-up process for COVID-19 vaccinations prompted Manatee County to change to a lottery system.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • May 31, 2016
Theater review: 'Blade and Bow'

Dylan Jones' original fantasy storytelling imagines a high-stakes game of demonic cat and mouse.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Patti Papiano says her husband, Ray Papiano, has become obsessed with adding decorations to their light display each year. They have more than 40 light-up fixtures and 50 strands of lights in their display. Photo by Liz Ramos.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 16, 2020
Lakewood Ranch man's obsession shines bright

Lakewood Ranch couple's home lights up the street every holiday season.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 19, 2021
St. Armands Key Lutheran Church hosts movie night

"Casablanca" was the featured film for the church's first movie night.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 20, 2009
A Package Deal

Eric Baird has constantly pushed himself to do better at what is now his $26 million packaging and shipping company. The next push: $100 million in annual revenues by 2012.

  • East County
  • News
During the Monday, July 1 City Commission meeting, commissioners amended the city code to add Payne Park to the list of parks that require dogs to be on leashes.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 3, 2013
Briefs 7.3.13

City's street-paving project set to start July 8;traffic restrictions set for Fourth of July holiday weekend; City Commission Meeting Wrapup

  • Sarasota
  • News
Residents make themselves at home in the Paradise Center's new activity room.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • January 20, 2020
Paradise Center welcomes Longboat Key residents to its new space

A successful open house drums up success for the expanded organization's future.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Tampa Bay Mobile Mammography brings 3D screening straight to patients. Photo courtesy of Sarasota County Schools.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • October 17, 2019
Sarasota County Schools offers mobile mammography screenings

More than 270 participated in the pilot program, which was at 18 district locations.

  • Health
  • By Katie Johns |
  • December 20, 2017
Longboat Key lights up for holidays

From reindeer and polar bears to teddy bears and Santa Claus, plenty of holiday visitors have made a temporary home in the lawns of Longboat residences.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 20, 2018
Taste of St. Armands takes attendees on culinary adventure

The 8th annual Taste of St. Armands included bites from more than 19 local restaurants.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Valerie Inertie is a Cyr wheel artist, aerialist and circus choreographer who’s done social circus projects in Burkina Faso, Brazil and Haiti. Courtesy photo
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 20, 2019
Circus Sarasota 2019 performers talk blood, sweat and red noses

Three Circus Sarasota performers share what it takes to prepare for the big show.

  • Arts + Culture
Sam Mossler will play controversial celebrity lawyer William Kunstler in Florida Studio Theatre's production of "Kunstler, opening Wednesday.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 12, 2020
Sam Mossler diving deep to bring 'Kunstler' to the stage

Playing real-life celebrity lawyer a unique challenge for longtime FST veteran

  • Arts + Culture
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 5, 2013
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Angie Blanco, Ann Harris and Trevor Harris surprised dad Chris Sachs with a bell-ringing appearance. Courtesy photo.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 14, 2021
Longboat Key bell ringers get into the spirit

Bell ringing has been full of surprises this year.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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