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Chad Sobotka, a Riverview High graduate, last played for the Atlanta Braves in 2020. He spent parts of three seasons in the MLB as a right-hander.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • February 25, 2026
A reflection on recent major-leaguers from Sarasota

MLB spring training games began Feb. 20, and in years past, local talents have been active.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Joni Hill, Cate Douglas and Gaby Hayashi make their way across the beach.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • December 14, 2025
Holiday spirit gets moving at Sandy Claws Beach Run

The annual Sandy Claws Beach Run, which is held on Siesta Key Beach and brings a festive spin to running events, is now in its 49th year.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Property owner accuses contractor of stealing equipment
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 18, 2026
Property owner accuses contractor of stealing equipment

The owner of a commercial property says HVAC employees stole equipment while the contractor calls it a repossession. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Manatee County is getting its first landfill-to-renewable natural gas facility, a $50M project led by Nopetro Energy.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 2, 2025
Energy company plans to convert Manatee landfill waste gas into fuel

Nopetro Energy of Miami says it's moving ahead on a $50 million investment at the Lena Road site.

  • East County
  • News
Ryley Hoaglin, 10, looks at birds from the gazebo.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 22, 2026
Sarasota Audubon welcomes the public to its nature center with Fly Wild

The community event, held at the Sarasota Audubon Society, raised awareness of the organization's activities, offering free exhibitions, presentations and tours.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
David Harold Osborn
  • In Memoriam |
  • February 27, 2026
David Harold Osborn

David Harold Osborn, former resident of Perrysburg, Ohio, passed away February 15 at Aviva Senior Living in Sarasota, Florida, at the age of 83.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Francesca Bisordi poses for a photo on Dec. 4 during a Lakewood Ranch wrestling practice. Currently competing in the 155-pound weight class, she formerly wrestled at 170 in both 2024 and 2023.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • December 8, 2025
East County Athlete of the Week: Francesca Bisordi

The junior wrestler for Lakewood Ranch High is the program's first female to reach the state tourney.

  • East County
  • Sports
Diane Collins, Sandy Ruppert and Linda Pike were among the record 150 attendees at the Feb. 11 at the Longboat Key Resort for the Go for the Cure kick-off game day.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 13, 2026
Go for the Cure kickoff sees record attendance

Through an afternoon of canasta and mahjong, Longboat Key Club members raised funds for Breast Health Sarasota Inc.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Arts organizations strike up the band in 2026 for big birthdays
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • January 7, 2026
Arts organizations strike up the band in 2026 for big birthdays

Don't miss these arts events as three Sarasota cultural institutions celebrate their 100th anniversary and America blows out 250 candles.

  • Arts + Culture
Artist Kathleen Murphy Willer, based in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, said she has fun incorporating elements evocative of childhood in her acrylic paintings. She was one of the artists to brave the sun and rain at last weekend's fine art festival on Longboat Key.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 23, 2026
Specialized artists turn out for fifth Longboat Fine Art Fest

From glass molding to close-up photography, artists showcased works in a variety of media at the weekend festival.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Residents in Summerfield Bluffs are rescued after the Braden River flooded their street following Hurricane Debby in 2024.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 15, 2025
Manatee County inches toward initiating stormwater fees

Despite public pushback in 2019, Manatee County is taking another shot at implementing a stormwater program.

  • East County
  • News
Sales for the Waldorf Astoria Residences in Sarasota kicked off on Jan. 28 with an event at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. The 18-story building is expected to be finished in 2029.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 29, 2026
Sales for Sarasota's Waldorf Astoria Residences get underway

Condos in the 18-story building begin at $2.2 million and range from one to five bedrooms.

  • Sarasota
  • News
In new year, Sarasota parents may have 3 days to excuse absence
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • December 18, 2025
In new year, Sarasota parents may have 3 days to excuse absence

The Sarasota County Schools Board will gather public comment Jan. 20 on a new policy that will make the window to excuse an absence consistent across schools.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Registered sex offender arrested on 10 new charges
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 13, 2026
Registered sex offender arrested on 10 new charges

Sarasota County Sheriff's Office arrests man released from prison in November.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Director of Government Relations Stephanie Garrison leads the work session Dec. 3.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • December 10, 2025
Changing millage review process a top priority among Manatee commissioners

Finding a way to cut taxes is a top priority, but finishing improvements on Lorraine Road is not.

  • East County
  • News
Several attendees of Budget 101 are surprised to learn how little money the Manatee County Commission controls.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 16, 2026
Manatee County delivers budget primer in Lakewood Ranch

About 20 residents attended the session, which covered how Manatee County creates its annual revenue and spending plan.

  • East County
  • News
Two properties at 369 S. and 369 N. Polk Drive sold for $3.65 million. The property at 369 S. was built in 1948, and it has three bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 1,703 square feet of living
area. The property at 369 N. was built in 1948, and it has one bedroom, one bath and 728 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 17, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for March 2-6 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A two-property sale in John Ringling Estates on Polk Drive tops the week’s sales at $3.65 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Lakewood Ranch girls soccer defeated East Lake in sudden-death penalty kicks Feb. 17 to win the FHSAA Class 6A-Region 3 title.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • February 18, 2026
Lakewood Ranch girls soccer advances to state semifinals

The Mustangs survived two overtime periods and two series of penalty kicks to claim the regional crown.

  • East County
  • Sports
Fixed-span bridge is the right choice for Longboat for many reasons
  • By Letter to the Editor |
  • February 28, 2026
Fixed-span bridge is the right choice for Longboat for many reasons

In addition to being a lower-cost, more fiscally responsible option to construct, a fixed-span bridge is cheaper to maintain and operate over the long run as well.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Lido Island Grill's lobster roll, filled with chilled Maine lobster and served with tortilla chips and lemon.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 5, 2026
Meet the island kitchens setting the standard for a seriously good lobster roll

Although it's not a local, lobster remains a much-loved treat — especially on a roll.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
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