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Hollway oversees a practice during fall 2025. Under the fourth-year coach, ODA has never finished shy of the SSAA state semifinals in three completed seasons.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • September 15, 2025
Rob Hollway looks comfortable and thriving as ODA football's CEO

The fourth-year Thunder coach is on pace for another stellar season.

  • East County
  • Sports
This Lido Shores home was once the center of Sarasota's social scene — and scandal
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • October 30, 2025
This Lido Shores home was once the center of Sarasota's social scene — and scandal

Once the stage for Sarasota's most dazzling dramas, this spectacular Lido Shores estate is back in the spotlight.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
"Cosi fan tutte" runs at Sarasota Opera from Oct. 31 through Nov. 15.
  • By Gayle Williams |
  • November 3, 2025
Sarasota Opera's 'Così fan tutte' sparkles with wit and warmth

Mozart's comedic opera marks the revival of a fall production at the company.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Urbanite Theatre goes big for its 2025 Modern Works Festival
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • September 8, 2025
Urbanite Theatre goes big for its 2025 Modern Works Festival

The female playwriting contest opens with Phoebe Potts' "Too Fat for China."

  • Arts + Culture
Future medical site plan in Newtown moves forward
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 6, 2025
Future medical site plan in Newtown moves forward

Investors who want to transform the 14-acre Marian Anderson site into a medical and industrial development win unanimous Sarasota City Commission approval.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Jonny Chartrand of Tunaskin Aquatic Apparel poses with the shop's scarecrow.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • October 15, 2025
Scarecrows come to Siesta Key businesses

The Scarecrow Stroll was organized by the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce and takes place Oct. 1-31.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
At a Junior Achievement "Discovery Center'' in Tampa, elementary-aged students run a mock city.Two similar facilities are proposed to be set up at Emma Booker Elementary and Booker Middle schools in Sarasota.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 10, 2025
Sarasota school district sets in motion sweeping vision for future

Sarasota County Schools approves a plan to attract students and eliminate empty seats.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
"Twilight in Concert" comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Oct. 17.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 14, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Oct. 16-22

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Scot Ruberg, known as Scooter of the Beach, on Siesta Key.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 19, 2025
Legendary Siesta Key lifeguard Scooter of the Beach retires

Scot Ruberg announced his retirement from the lifeguarding role he has held since 1984.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
The Sarasota Orchestra Music Center concert hall is planned as a shoebox design.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 4, 2025
Orchestra releases schematics of its planned Music Center

As it aims toward a 2027 groundbreaking, the Sarasota Orchestra has released designs of its new Music Center campus.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche hopes to add Spot the robotic dog made by Boston Dynamics to the SPD's arsenal of advanced technology tools.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 8, 2025
Emerging technology ecosystem is an SPD 'game changer'

Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche credits law enforcement of the future for the reduction in crime rates and promises more to come.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mattie Watson gives an educational talk on Florida's wading birds at Save Our Seabirds. The longtime volunteer is up for a Haley Hall of Fame Award with Visit Sarasota County.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • November 5, 2025
Longtime Save Our Seabirds volunteer receives award nomination

Mattie Watson has worked with the avian rescue group for years, and Visit Sarasota County gave her a nomination for the Haley Hall of Fame Award.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Circle Chiropractic's Zoey Young, Greg Hengel, Ben Duke and Alex Scholz welcomed clients for the first time at their new location in Lakewood Ranch on Oct. 6.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • October 21, 2025
Chiropractic office opens in Lakewood Ranch

Their own injuries prompted Circle Chiropractic Owner Ben Duke and Clinic Director Greg Hengel to pursue careers in chiropractic care.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Encompass Health |
  • September 11, 2025
Judy’s Recovery Story: Finding Strength After Stroke through Support and Determination

One woman's story of rehabilitation, thanks to Encompass Health.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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A rendering of Adagio as viewed from the northeast.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 18, 2025
Sarasota 18-story condo project inches closer to reality

A handful of outstanding issues plus an administrative adjustment need to be taken care of before a Development Review Committee resubmittal for the 18-story Adagio.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The entrance to the SRQ, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 17, 2025
SRQ named best resort airport by USA Today

The Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport heads the list of Top 10 Resort Airports as ranked by USA Today.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Adalynn Lund poses for a photo during an Oct. 6 practice at Lakewood Ranch High School. The sophomore has been crucial up front for the 15-win Mustangs entering the final week of the regular season.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • October 7, 2025
East County Athlete of the Week: Adalynn Lund

The sophomore setter/middle blocker has contributed heavily on both the block and attack for Lakewood Ranch girls' volleyball

  • East County
  • Sports
David Kushnir, now with Longboat Key Public Works, was a detective with the New Jersey State Police and was across the Hudson River from New York City on Sept. 11, 2001.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • September 9, 2025
Longboat residents recall and 'Never Forget' 24 years ago

David Kushnir was across the Hudson River when the first plane hit the north tower. Serving as detective with New Jersey State Police, he stepped into emergency mode.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Noted economists past and present on tariffs and free trade
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 30, 2025
Noted economists past and present on tariffs and free trade

In any discussion to understand free trade, protectionism and tariffs, there is no debate among credible economists: Free trade: good; protectionism and tariffs: bad.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
A seaside table set with Siesta Summer's signature style — effortless elegance with a touch of coastal whimsy.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 30, 2025
Enjoy a quintessential Florida al fresco experience with tips from top planners

Creating the perfect picnic isn’t rocket science. But it is an art.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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