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Artist and Ringling College student Jesse Clark was selected to coordinate the “Visions in Black” program at area-based colleges. He also created this year’s poster art.
  • By Abby Weingarten |
  • January 31, 2023
Suncoast Black Arts Collective spotlights artists of color

The second annual exhibition of "Visions in Black" celebrates creativity by regionally based artists of color.

  • Arts + Culture
Gil Brady as Chris, Jacqueline Jarrold as Sandra, Freddie Lee Bennett as Trevor, Timothy C. Goodwin as Jonathan, and Jordan Ahnquist as Max in "The Play That Goes Wrong." (Photo courtesy of John Jones)
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 17, 2022
FST shows it's all right to go wrong

“The Play That Goes Wrong” illustrates Murphy’s law on the Florida Studio Theatre stage.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Herb Moller, Sue Forbrook, Jack Jones, Maria DiMenna, and Terry Campbell in the kitchen at Our Daily Bread.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 12, 2022
$94,000 donation leaves a lasting mark at Christ Church

The gift to Christ Church on Longboat Key by a founding member goes a long way to help the church's mission group.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Chief George Turner shakes officer Brett Miklos' hand after Miklos was sworn in. (Photo by Lauren Tronstad)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 25, 2022
Longboat Key Police Department seeks state accreditation

The accreditation process requires the department to meet strict guidelines set by Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
David and Brianna Sobotka are thrilled to be raising their little girl on Longboat Key.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • June 16, 2022
The Beach Harbor Club welcomes its first baby

Blair Marie Sobotka is the first newborn to live at the Beach Harbor Club since it opened in 1970.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Bayfront 20:20 stakeholders Bob Easterle, Virginia Haley and Michael Klauber have helped steer the creation of a new entity that will take the lead on planning.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 30, 2016
Planning group to take the lead on bayfront redevelopment

For more than two years, Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 has rallied residents around revitalizing the city’s waterfront. By the fall, a new group will assume the responsibility of coming up with an actual master plan.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Giving Back 941, Inc. founder Holley Dekmar presents a check for $4,336 to Robin Greenwood, the board president and CEO of Elmira's Wildlife Sanctuary in Wimauma. (Courtesy of Holley Dekmar)
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • March 31, 2021
Myakka nonprofit provides a hand up

Giving Back 941, Inc. was started during the COVID-19 pandemic to fundraise for local causes

  • East County
  • News
Carole J. Bufford performs the "Vintage Pop!" revue. (Photo by Matthew Holler)
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 1, 2021
When the electricity came to FST

Carole J. Bufford sings (and bends) last century’s pop hits in her 'Vintage Pop!' revue at Florida Studio Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Longboat Key’s contractor has started removing driftwood and vegetation from Greer Island.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • April 21, 2021
Disappearing driftwood prompts photographer to branch out

The driftwood removal is part of the town's multi-million dollar plan to prevent beach erosion.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Students play on the playground at the Susan Schwaid Early Learning Center. Photo courtesy
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 30, 2021
Temple Emanu-El reopening early learning center

After a year of closures due to COVID-19, the Susan Schwaid Early Learning Center will reopen for summer school and fall classes.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Bruce Pearl's AUTLIVE program raises awareness for for cancer prevention and detection. Photo courtesy Shanna Lockwood/Auburn Athletics.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 5, 2021
Gala's guest offers pearl of wisdom

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
Nancy Krohngold developed a cult following with her famous popups before she opened Nancy’s Bar-B-Q in Lakewood Ranch. (Photo by Lori Sax)
  • By Abby Weingarten |
  • November 18, 2022
Nancy Krohngold dishes out secret behind her mouth-watering BBQ

The signature barbecue at Nancy’s continues to win the hearts of regulars and the raves of reviewers. Her famed barbecue recipe was first born on her backyard Weber grill.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Bayview Dental Associates |
  • December 15, 2022
Cocktails, Carols & Smiles

We’ve put together a guide on the best and worst drinks for your teeth this holiday season, along with some top tips on maintaining good oral health throughout the festivities.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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Tom Hagin and Devin Eickelmann as Star Wars characters with the 501st Legion
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • April 9, 2022
SRQ Con brings pop culture fun to Selby Library

The library pop culture convention was held April 9.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 19, 2022
Longboat Key Cops Corner: A dissatisfied customer

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Dave Daily of Braden River VFW Post 12055 was the grand marshal in 2019, the last time the Tribute to Heroes Parade was held. (File photo)
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 9, 2022
Tribute to Heroes parade to return to Lakewood Ranch

After a two-year layoff due to the pandemic, more than 75 groups are expected to march in the parade at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Youthful Aging Home Care |
  • October 6, 2022
What's the Advantage of the Progressive Model of Home Health Care?

What's the Advantage of the Progressive Model of Home Health Care?

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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Phở Cali's lemongrass chicken is a rich and textured blend of herbs and spices. (Photo by Spencer Fordin)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • October 19, 2022
Lemongrass leads blend of herbs and spices that set Phở Cali's chicken apart

It's a recipe that's been made for centuries in Vietnam. And yet lemongrass chicken has made a seamless transition across the world for diners of all palates and persuasions.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Police Chief George Turner brings previous accreditation experience to the department.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • January 14, 2023
Longboat police department enters review process for accreditation

The department is on track to earn the status, a certification of law enforcement standards and professionalism, in less than two years.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A smoking station stands at the Broadway beach access point Monday morning. (Photo by Lauren Tronstad)
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 17, 2022
Longboat Key adds to list of municipalities passing smoking bans in parks and on beaches

The ban was approved on first reading Sept. 12.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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