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The amount of storm debris is being estimated to double that of Hurricane Irma, and will take several months to complete. (Photo by Spencer Fordin)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 4, 2022
Sarasota begins storm debris collection Wednesday

Hurricane Ian debris collection operations will begin on Oct. 5. With twice the volume of Hurricane Irma, it is expected to take several months to complete.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • August 16, 2022
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Bad day on the water

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
The Cardinal Mooney High beach volleyball team captured the SSAC state title April 22 in Orlando.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 23, 2023
Cardinal Mooney beach volleyball captures SSAC tournament title

The Cougars beat Bradenton Christian School 3-0 in the tournament finals.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sarasota is famous for its circus roots.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 9, 2017
City officials hope to honor circus legacy

At the behest of a local historian, the city has reached out to the operators of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus in hopes of putting on one last show.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Father John Bociu stands in front of the icons at the entrance to the altar at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 5, 2022
Greek Festival in Sarasota puts Byzantine-style art on display with church tour

Festival offers chance to view Byzantine-style with a tour of the St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church of Sarasota.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The Players will continue outdoor programming, such as its production of Huck Finn (Casey Berkery) in May at James Patton Park, until the new theater complex opens.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 13, 2018
Revised plot for The Players' move to Lakewood Ranch

Board chair talks about updated plans for Waterside Place.

  • East County
  • News
Sheri Nadelman performed with SoulRCoaster St. Jude Children's Research Hospital's 2022 Foodlosophy event.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 31, 2023
At 65, the power of musician Sheri Nadelman continues to rise

Nadelman, a Brooklyn, New York, native who now lives in East County, still packs a punch on stage.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
George Muller, Richard Solorzano and Julian Hansen
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • April 9, 2021
So long, Solorzano

Longtime maintenance man retires.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • September 17, 2015
WHAT'S HAPPENING | Week of Sept. 17

Check out a rundown of this week's news.

  • Sarasota
  • News
One source of the controversy: on Bayview Drive on the north side of Longboat Key. Photo by Kurt Schultheis.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 24, 2013
Our View: Boat-trailer trash; or is it?

Knowing the history of restrictive zoning on Longboat Key, it's quite remarkable that now, in 2013, 58 years after the town's incorporation, there is not a law on Longboat Key's books banning the parking of boats in residential yards.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Samantha Sokolis, an Advanced Manufacturing student, adjusts a robot.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 9, 2020
Project offers rapid-fire job training in east Bradenton

Manatee Technical College receives grant to help the unemployed train for new opportunities.

  • East County
  • News
Sonoya Mizuno in "Devs." Photo via FX on Hulu.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 13, 2020
Binge Blog: Don't worry, you're going to figure it out

"Devs" and, well, whatever else you need, are this week's recommendations.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 30, 2012
Appeals court rules against Key Club

The Second District Court of Appeal affirmed a ruling that quashed the town-approved Islandside plan.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • September 7, 2016
JP Morgan Chase wants to build bank, offices on Longboat Key

Plans approved three years ago must be reapproved by Town Commission

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 25, 2012
Full Story: Rajewski raises $800 in December for race

The Bayou at Bay Isles resident got an early fundraising start in his quest for the District 3 commission seat.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Josh Hill leaps through the air at Rad Parkour.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 18, 2017
Leap of faith keeps parkour teacher moving forward

Sarasota man continues his passion after a horrific motorcycle crash.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 30, 2013
Email urges commission shake-up

IPOC President Bob White's email to Longboat residents asks for help to 'throw the rascals' on the commission out of office.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 9, 2011
Sarasota County approves grant

The Sarasota County Commission approved a $120,000 grant Wednesday that will allow a manufacturing company to expand and create more jobs within the county limits.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
 Photo by Dylan Jon Wade Cox
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 29, 2019
Urbanite Theatre's 'Scorch' proves gender isn't a simple equation

The theater company's latest production is an edgy exploration of identity.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Cast of Guys and Dolls: Warren Nolan, Derric Gobourne Jr., Thomas-Matthew Elijah Shands, Leon S. Pitts II, Lee Hollis Bussie (kneeling), Brian L. Boyd, Michael Charles, Aaron Pottenger, Carvas Picke. (Photo by Sorcha Augustine)
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 19, 2022
Old classic gets new life in faithful recreation

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe brings new life to eternal favorite “Guys and Dolls.”

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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