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Jordan Schmucker, Nikki Cain, Sasha Cain, Kelsie Roberts, Anna Shelby Dees and Ciarra Scarbrough walk off the court after a set.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 30, 2017
Lakewood Ranch volleyball hopes to rebound from 2016 season

The Mustangs coach believes this year's team is more committed to the sport.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • October 6, 2019
Champions return for CANDance's 20th Anniversary

Past champions competed at CAN Community Health's annual event to win the ultimate prize.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 25, 2015
Singing saves at Palm-Aire

Opera for Animals: Singing is Saving hosted its Young Artist program July 25.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
County Commissioners approved plans for a parking lot at 6647 S. Midnight Pass Road.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 11, 2020
Parking lot on South Siesta Key approved

Commissioners approved the lot, though they suggested leasing it to business owners for employee parking rather than designating it as public parking.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
At the Sunday rehearsal ahead of the Greek Glendi, a group of dancers jumps into the air.
  • By Andrew Atkins |
  • February 6, 2019
Greek feeling about to take over in Sarasota

Visitors to Green Festival might be overwhelmed by "Kefi."

  • East County
  • News
U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan discusses the need for reducing spending and increasing savings at a town hall meeting Saturday.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 9, 2011
Buchanan talks jobs, economy and health care

Approximately 100 people attended Rep. Vern Buchanan's town hall meeting Saturday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
City Manager Tom Barwin is asking the commission to waive a provision in his contract requiring him to give 60 days notice before leaving his position.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 20, 2020
City manager outlines proposed terms of departure

After announcing his intent to discuss retirement plans earlier this month, Tom Barwin is prepared to leave his position with the city by the end of the year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • February 17, 2017
Players kicks off ‘Big Fish’ with opening night party

The opening night for the center’s newest production began with a VIP reception on Feb. 16.

  • Black Tie
Amanda Sebastiano. University Park resident Sandy Chase co-authored a story about the difficulties of keeping New Year's resolutions — "The Resolutionary War."
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • January 8, 2014
Resolution revolution

Two women join forces for their recently released book to fight the war on New Year's resolutions.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 22, 2017
A Question of Character

Local author’s work leads young people on a path of personal growth.

  • Arts + Culture
Tangerine Bay Club's 10 buildings surround TBC’s ten, low-rise buildings are situated around the pool island. (Photo courtesy of Maureen Horn, Michael Saunders & Co.)
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • July 20, 2022
Two properties each sell for $1.6 million

A Bird Key home and a Tangerine Bay condo topped this week's sales, each at $1.6 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Nancy and Tony Roberts' dog Biscuit was decked out in Fourth of July attire at Longboat Key's Freedom Fest. File photo
  • By Nat Kaemmerer and Mark Bergin |
  • November 10, 2021
Welcome Back: Here are 10 more stories that we liked from last summer

News from the lighter side.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A display of a variety of Madagascar periwinkle are planted in the shape of daisy flowers overlook Sarasota Bay as part of the garden's exhibit on Andy Warhol.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • April 4, 2018
Selby makes list of top 10 botanical gardens in U.S.

USA Today’s list showcases 10 “smaller and lesser-known” botanical gardens around the country.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • November 19, 2013
Commissioners blast 2050 report draft

Sarasota County Commissioners pushed back against a draft consultant report analyzing the impact of proposed changes the Sarasota 2050 comprehensive plan, criticizing the scope and focus of the analysis.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Damien Gordon.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 17, 2018
East County High 5 Moments: 01.18.18

East County High 5 Moments: 01.18.18

  • East County
  • Sports
Superintendent Tim McGonegal increased the cuts to $14.04 million from his original $11.68 million plan.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 11, 2011
Manatee school board approves budget

Superintendent Tim McGonegal recommended $14.04 million in cuts.

  • East County
  • News
Big sister Briana Cyr and her little sister Quiniyah enjoy spending time together talking. Photo courtesy
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • March 25, 2021
Our Y partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast

Our Y leaders will help pair members with children in need and offer them a place to work out, get creative or simply talk.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Holly and Patrick Wright
  • By Katie Johns |
  • May 3, 2019
Payton Wright Foundation golf tournament swings into 11th year

On May 3, more than 180 golfers took to the Harbourside Golf Course for the foundation.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 18, 2022
Sarasota weather page photo: August 18

Gordon Silver captured a ruddy turnstone and two willet sandpipers feeding along Sarasota Bay near Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The city and state will consider adding a roundabout to U.S. 41 and Gulfstream Avenue.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 16, 2017
FDOT to hold workshop on Gulfstream roundabout

The state is studying the future of the U.S. 41-Gulfstream Avenue intersection, and it’s inviting the public to share feedback on potential plans for a roundabout.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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