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  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • May 7, 2019
Sand castle competition hits Siesta Key Beach.

It was the 47th annual Amateur Sand Sculpture Contest.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Kent Chetlain |
  • February 3, 2010
Longboat Key - Real estate

Lido Beach home sells for $1.5 million

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 10, 2010
In Memoriam

Longboat Key lost many friends, neighbors and members of its community during the summer. Here, we remember those who have died, listed in the chronological order of their deaths.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • February 24, 2021
Good might come from bad

Vanessa Baugh’s handling of the pop-up vaccine clinic might just be what the Manatee County commissioners needed to get on track.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Yoga instructor Angela Mali has been leading by-donation sunset yoga classes on Longboat Key for three years. Whether she will be able to continue the classes is in question as she and town leaders debate usage of the beach.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • October 8, 2025
Yoga instructor, town officials at odds over beach classes

Longboaters debate beach usage after a yogi faces new fees and regulations for sunset classes at Bayfront Park beach.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 9, 2022
Sarasota City Commission, At Large: Sheldon Rich

Meet the candidate.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Michelle Williams and Luke Kirby meet by chance but discover many coincidences in "Take This Waltz." Courtesy.
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • August 1, 2012
Film Review: 'Take This Waltz'

The new film, "Take This Waltz," explores romantic infatuation and the toxic effect it can have on a seemingly happy marriage.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By AUTEUR Staff |
  • July 31, 2019
Three ways for boating enthusiasts to feel at home at Sarasota’s finest new waterfront address

Three ways for boating enthusiasts to feel at home at Sarasota’s finest new waterfront address

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
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  • By Pam Nadon |
  • June 22, 2014
FILM REVIEW: 'Chinese Puzzle'

'Chinese Puzzle' is the third installment in director Cedric Klapisch's trilogy about a man navigating life amid its innumerable complications.

  • Arts + Culture
Moderator Sharyl Attkisson and speaker Michael Bloomberg (Photos by Harriet Sokmensuer)
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • April 3, 2014
Sarasota spends 'an evening with Michael Bloomberg'

In his first major public appearance since leaving office, former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg spoke Friday, March 28, to a packed crowd at the Sarasota Opera House.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jeffrey Wright visits Ringling College to discuss his career and the art of film acting
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • April 7, 2015
A Wright Turn: Jeffrey Wright talks acting, filmmaking and Africa

Jeffrey Wright, Ringling College of Art and Design, Taia Peace Foundation, Africa, film, acting, theater

  • Arts + Culture
  • By George Rauch |
  • November 3, 2010
Market Watch

This is a devil of economic times

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 26, 2023
Edwards leaves a lasting legacy at Asolo Rep

During his 18-year-run in Sarasota, Michael Donald Edwards profoundly transformed the Asolo Repertory Company.

  • Arts + Culture
"She sees celebrities who are advocates for certain causes, and that's why she wants to do it. That's her calling — to bring awareness," Paula Swain says of her daughter Hannah's goal of becoming a famous actress.
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • July 24, 2013
'Any Dream Will Do'

Hannah Swain spent two years in a hospital bed with a life-threatening form of leukemia. Now that she's a survivor, she has a message to share.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • January 2, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Jan. 3

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Bradenton, Sarasota and Venice.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • July 8, 2016
Sarasota County schools receive top marks

Sarasota county schools ranked among state’s best according Florida Department of Education’s school accountability report.

  • Sarasota
  • News
One of the winners, taken by Renee Odell, shows the swan Greta.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 26, 2021
Facebook photo finish

Longboat Key Life Facebook page hosted a photo contest.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Mason Fischer.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 27, 2017
East County High 5 Moments: 09.27.17

East County High 5 Moments: 09.27.17

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East County sports roundup: 01.20.17
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 20, 2017
East County sports roundup: 01.20.17

East County sports roundup: 01.20.17

  • East County
  • Sports
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Camp Lookout takes kids wading in the waters and exploring the forests  of Selby’s two campuses.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 16, 2023
2023 Summer Camps in Sarasota, Manatee - Science

Your guide to summer camps this year in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Summer Fun Guide
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