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Bird Key Park is one of 18 neighborhood parks the city would be responsible for funding completely.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • March 23, 2011
City bristles at county's parks offer

City commissioners question the county's definition of a 'regional park,' and why county commissioners won't meet with them in person.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 26, 2022
Lakewood Ranch Anglers Club hosts annual youth fishing tournament

Annual youth fishing tournament a first for many Lakewood Ranch residents.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Pastor Caleb Free preaches to an empty room at Risen Savior Lutheran Church as he records a Sunday service.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 8, 2020
Prayer becomes a virtual reality in Lakewood Ranch area

East County church leaders and members adjust to online church services

  • East County
  • News
The NBP Dragons Senior B Mixed team (men and women) won the 500 meters Short Boat Division to earn a gold medal. The gold was determined by aggregate time in three heat races. Photo courtesy Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 24, 2022
Benderson Park dragon boat paddlers soar in Sarasota

Six gold medals earned by the hosts during IDBF Club Crew World Championships.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • August 13, 2022
Comic fans assemble at SarasotaCon

Comic convention makes its debut in Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Erin Kraft is a Chicago-based freelance director and recent graduate of DePaul University’s directing program. Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 20, 2019
Urbanite Theatre tells the taboo tale of a child disappearance in 'In a Word'

Lauren Yee’s 'In a Word' pushes the limits of live theater at Urbanite Theatre. Director Erin Kraft wouldn’t have it any other way.

  • Arts + Culture
Chef Kaytlin Dangaran is making customers feel at home with a dose of comfort food.
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • December 5, 2022
Bistro spells comfort food with tomato soup and grilled cheese

Executive Chef Kaytlin Dangaran knows she can make people of all ages happy with a simple taste of home.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 27, 2010
Ranch Animal Hospital welcomes talented pups

More than 25 four-legged friends and their owners came out to show off their talents Jan. 23, during Ranch Animal Hospital's dog-show fundraiser.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • March 12, 2020
Sarasota school district asking for student technology needs in case of closure

District officials are collecting information who may need a laptop or hotspot in the event of a coronavirus-related closure.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
The project in Red Bug Slough aims to filter runoff and improve water quality in nearby Roberts Bay.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • November 28, 2013
Red Bug Slough project back on schedule

After being delayed by September's heavy rainfall, a wetland project at the popular nature preserve moves forward again.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Karen and Duane Compton are getting used to the Florida summer.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 13, 2020
The season that never ended

Travel became tricky as season was ending on Longboat Key, so a new demographic appeared: The summer snowbird.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lennar will offer homes similar to its existing Sawgrass model. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 24, 2012
Lennar plans Ranch community

Homebuilder Lennar Homes is planning a 281-home community in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • March 4, 2020
RCLA speaker delivers stark view of opiate abuse

Sam Quinones, Los Angeles-based freelance journalist and former L.A. Times reporter, was the fourth speaker in the RCLA series.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Volunteer reserve officer Kumiko Carter recently joined the Longboat Key Police Department. She thinks her role will entail anything from public relations to crime solving to community policing.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • February 12, 2020
Newest reserve police officer has decades of experience

Kumiko Carter headed to the police academy at age 18 and served more than 25 years with Manatee Sheriff's Office.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 17, 2020
Longboat Key weather page photo: September 17

Pat Lundy captured an evening tide off of Gulf of Mexico Drive on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Andréa Martone |
  • September 1, 2021
Asolo Rep plans sale of elaborate costume inventory

After decades without a costume sale, Asolo Repertory Theatre will open its doors at their Koski Production Center, offering a bargain sale on elaborate costumes

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Florida Power and Light partnered with Denis V. Cooper Foundation to give Carlos Moreira and his family a surprise holiday light display.
  • By None |
  • November 30, 2022
Sarasota Marine veteran receives a bright holiday surprise

FPL partnered with the Denis V. Cooper Foundation to surprise Carlos Moreira and his family with an energy-efficient holiday light display.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
1. Mooney junior Jordyn Byrd was named the Gatorade Florida Volleyball Player of the Year in January.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 26, 2022
Top 10 moments from the Sarasota high school sports season

State championships, incredible streaks and a Player of the Year award: The 2021-2022 season had it all.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • May 16, 2018
Do not take this lightly

Longboat Key residents need to decide the fate of streetlights.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Jacob's dad goofs off with a Joker toy while his son plays Fortnite.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • September 22, 2021
Sarasota Mom's TikTok message inspires safe gaming space for bullied kids

Linda Espada took to TikTok to decry the bullying her son Jacob experienced on Fortnite, and it spawned something positive.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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