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Russell Mernagh, Haley K. Clay and Andrew Leggieri star in Florida Studio Theatre's tribute to contemporary crooners, "Feeling Good," which runs at the Court Cabaret through February 2026.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 23, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Sept. 25-Oct. 1

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Tom and Sherry Koski (center) were recognized for their $5 million investment in Sarasota Orchestra’s, Music Center during the concert season’s first Masterworks Dinner. Also pictured are Orchestra President and CEO Joe McKenna (left) and Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 9, 2025
Sarasota Orchestra receives $5 million gift for new music venue

The gift from local philanthropic leaders Tom and Sherry Koski brings to $75 million in donations toward the planned Sarasota Orchestra Music Center.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Fax machine goes haywire, mysteriously places 911 call
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • November 18, 2025
Fax machine goes haywire, mysteriously places 911 call

Police dispatched to a condo complex learn an abandoned 911 call came from a faulty fax machine. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Raymond Perkowski, 10, and Ryan Avery Perkowski, 4, join their mother Allison Imre and Sisterhood For Good President Angela Massaro-Fain at an event to celebrate the beginning of Sisterhood For Good's fifteenth year.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • September 24, 2025
Sisterhood For Good honors members and donors who support their mission

Founded in 2011, Sisterhood For Good has awarded grants totaling $622,427 to local nonprofits since its inception.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Retina Group of Florida |
  • September 25, 2025
Bringing Compassion and Expertise to Retina Care

At The Retina Group of Florida, Dr. Jie Sun delivers the same caring expertise that once helped her own family.

  • Health
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Phillippi Creek at Blossom Brook Canal
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 31, 2025
Follow Phillippi Creek dredging updates with new county website

With the new webpage, residents can monitor the project to dredge Phillippi Creek from Tuttle Avenue to Little Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Premier Sports Campus has brought top soccer competitions to Lakewood Ranch over the years.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • November 10, 2025
US Soccer might be gone, but Lakewood Ranch remains a soccer destination

Premier Sports Campus once hosted the U-17 Men's National Team, but a national training facility in Georgia has changed the complex's focus.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Market on Longboat Key will not be returning in 2025, the organizer announced.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • October 31, 2025
Longboat Key farmers market canceled for 2025-26 season

A push to finalize enough vendors for the seasonal event came up short for the only farmers market on the barrier island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dave Tomasko, outgoing executive director of the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program, has always appreciated maintaining a close connection with the area's waterways. Now, he is returning to the private sector.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • October 22, 2025
Outgoing estuary program director proud of work on waterways

Sarasota Bay Estuary Program Executive Director Dave Tomasko is proud of how he's helped improve local waterways and now looks to make broader systemic changes.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
This bridge on Singletary Road in Myakka City is due for a $3 million replacement.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 16, 2025
2 East County projects make Manatee's legislative priorities list

Manatee County is asking the state and federal government for $24 million across seven projects.

  • East County
  • News
Lunara is located in Sapphire Shores, just south of the Ringling Museum along Sarasota Bay.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • October 9, 2025
Priced at nearly $19 million, Sarasota home offers a touch of California style

The Sapphire Shores property includes a collection of features alongside Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Darian Sanders uses his passion and experience of performing to inspire students at Lakewood Ranch High School.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • October 22, 2025
'Lion King' star inspires Lakewood Ranch High students

Darian Sanders spent five years traveling on the Broadway tour of "The Lion King" and uses his experience to inspire students.

  • East County
  • Schools
Selby's Lunch in the Gardens welcomes Orchid Show artist
  • By Janet Combs |
  • October 24, 2025
Selby's Lunch in the Gardens welcomes Orchid Show artist

Rebecca Louise Law's work is on display as part of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens' 2025 Orchid Show.

  • Black Tie
Sophomore midfielder Jordynn Roberts (left) aims for the ball at the feet of freshman defender Caroline Foster (right) during an Oct. 23 practice. After scoring 16 goals in her first year with Braden River, Roberts is back for more.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • October 29, 2025
With questions in net, BRHS girls soccer answers with scorers aplenty

The Braden River Pirates enter 2025-26 with their top three point leaders back from last season's regional finalist.

  • East County
  • Sports
Commissioner Bob McCann has looked into the possibility of a hiring freeze in Manatee County.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • October 23, 2025
DOGE witch-hunt haunts Manatee County

Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia's press conference smacks of a political ploy.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Manatee County will expand its pilot program countywide to give ambulances priority at traffic lights.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • November 7, 2025
Emergency traffic-light system expands in Manatee

A successful trial run prompts broader rollout, including Lakewood Ranch intersections.

  • East County
  • News
Rachel Ghormley says Euphemia Haye has been a family favorite on Longboat for decades.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • October 30, 2025
Beloved Longboat restaurant continues legacy with new owners

The new owners of longtime local landmark Euphemia Haye aim to maintain the newfound momentum since taking over earlier this year. "There is a lot of love we are putting into this," says one co-owner.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Couple caught hiding underwear in pockets at beach access
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • August 26, 2025
Couple caught hiding underwear in pockets at beach access

An illegally parked car led police to a couple fooling around on the beach, and a man had police called on him for limping. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Patty Notarianni's work will be featured at the Creative Art Association of Lakewood Ranch's Fall Art Show and Sale Nov. 15 at the Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 5, 2025
Small events make Lakewood Ranch a big draw

As big events come and go, clubs and organizations highlight talented residents.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Man dies after he's pulled from Gulf on Siesta Key
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 22, 2025
Man dies after he's pulled from Gulf on Siesta Key

The incident is the second in about 10 days at the beach.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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