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Sean Clougherty, also known as the "Human Cannonball", explains how he would perform his act.
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • January 29, 2023
Art fans enjoy exhibit at Sarasota's City Hall

The city's cultural origins are on display through May in the halls of municipal government.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Even now, water-sample analysis shows sporadic upticks in levels of karena brevis, the micro-organism responsible for red tide outbreaks.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 11, 2018
Longboat Task Force plans red tide presentation at weekend meeting

Group hopes to get ball rolling on a coordinated effort against the outbreaks.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
City Manager Marlon Brown said he’s discussed concerns about traffic backups on U.S. 41 with Longboat Key officials during conversations about the Gulfstream Avenue roundabout project.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 26, 2021
Ritz-Carlton crosswalk to close for construction

In addition to building a roundabout at U.S. 41 and Gulfstream Avenue, the city is working to address flooding issues on the street to the north.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Benjamin Bell, center, meets with students at Imagine School to inspire them to appreciate being Americans. Photo by Josh Siegel
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • April 30, 2014
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier guard visits Imagine

Eighth-grade students will see the history they learned about when they travel to the Capitol.

  • East County
  • News
The FHSAA has officially cancelled the spring sports season.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 20, 2020
FHSAA officially cancels spring sports season

Athletes affected will not receive an additional year of eligibility.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 8, 2022
Longboat Key weather page photo: September 8

Diane Suner captured this great blue heron on Lido Beach.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jane Ross-Herrin has experience working in Bradenton, Anna Maria Island and Sarasota County.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • June 20, 2018
Longboat Key Fire Rescue appoints new fire marshal

Jane Ross-Herrin previously worked as the Sarasota County Fire Marshal for 11 years.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 14, 2022
ODA football beats Cocoa Beach 54-10 to remain undefeated

Senior running back Griffin DeRusso led the Thunder with four total touchdowns.

  • East County
  • Sports
Adriana Buchanan, 9, said she had never played basketball before, but enjoyed learning how to dribble.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 16, 2022
Basketball camp fires up future Lakewood Ranch High players

The annual camp at Lakewood Ranch High also gives its current players a chance to coach.

  • East County
  • Sports
Join Emily Walsh as she reports today's headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • May 31, 2012
May 31: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

  • Longboat Key
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Freshman Toni Gulbrandsen and senior Emma Grooms put together a chalkboard promotion for the upcoming show. Those attending are encouraged to add comments.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • February 15, 2017
Lakewood Ranch high theater students Off-Broadway bound

Mustangs will perform their ‘Exhibit of the Mind’ at Tada! theater in New York City.

  • East County
  • News
Sam Gibbon worked on children's television shows including "The Voyage of the Mimi" and "Sesame Street."
  • By Katie Johns |
  • May 23, 2018
Longboater looks back on tele-visionary career

Sam Gibbon worked on shows such as "Captain Kangaroo" and "Sesame Street" to continue his interest in children's education.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Wal-Mart Neighborhood Markets offer Wal-Mart brand groceries and are smaller than the corporation’s  super centers. Courtesy photo
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 15, 2015
What’s in store for former Winn Dixie site?

A Walmart Neighborhood Market could be in store for the southeast corner of Lockwood Ridge Road and State Road 70.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • November 7, 2022
Sarasota Medieval Fair creates fantasy fun in Myakka City

A tomato toss was just one of the fun events at the annual festival at the Woods of Mallaranny.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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
Fertilizer applied during the summer can easily wash into storm drains and flow untreated into bays or streams.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 26, 2012
County fertilizer restrictions in effect through September

Sarasota County's Fertilizer and Landscape Management ordinance prohibits the use of fertilizer containing nitrogen or phosphorus from June 1 through Sept. 30.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch resident Crystena Starre picks up an order from "Horhay" of the Horhay's Mac & Cheez food truck at Waterside on Nov. 17. Food trucks will soon be allowed for social functions inside CDD 2 in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Scott Lockwood |
  • November 24, 2021
Food trucks may soon be allowed in some Lakewood Ranch communities

The Lakewood Ranch Community Development District 2 will vote soon on allowing food trucks to special events.

  • East County
  • News
Junior Samantha Rees looks over a map. Rees ended the season ranked No. 1 in the state for the female green team, which is the advanced team. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • April 18, 2022
LRHS's JROTC orienteering team sees success at state championship

Lakewood Ranch High School junior Samantha Rees ranked No. 1 in the state in orienteering.

  • East County
  • Schools
Richard Albero still has the ball from his first pitch at Yankee Stadium.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 23, 2018
A walk to remember

In 2015, Lakewood Ranch resident Richard Albero embarked on a 1,200-mile trek to raise money for wounded warriors. Now he’s penning a memoir about the experience and plotting his next step.

  • LWR Life
Paul, 1-year-old Mya and Leah Baumgert make no bones about it: They love BooFest.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 28, 2022
BooFest again a scary hit at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

After a two-year break, BooFest drew hundreds to Lakewood Main Street.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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