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From left to right: Sarasota County Commissioner Mark Smith, Gulf Coast Community Foundation Senior Vice President Jon Thaxton and One Stop Housing CEO Mark Vengroff made up a panel hosted by Miracle on the Key Thursday, March 19 on the subject of affordable housing.
    By
  • S.T. Cardinal
  • March 24, 2026
Panel discusses the thorny problem of affordable housing

Although there are developments that provide affordable housing in the area, the need is not nearly met.

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This Lake Club home at 16336 Daysailor Trail sold for $3.1 million. Built in 2016, it has four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, a pool and 3,859 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • March 24, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for March 9-13 in Lakewood Ranch

A Lake Club home on Daysailor Trail tops the week's sales at $3.1 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Wearing her mother's favorite color, Abby Ferreira, one of Cathy Ann "Cam" Maddox's children, raises a glass in memory of her mother on March 21 at Harry's Continental Kitchens with Brian Maddox. He said his late wife wanted a celebration of life that brought together loved ones and friends to smile, share fond memories and show their support for the Longboat Key Turtle Watch, a conservation program she passionately championed.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 24, 2026
Longboat volunteer supports conservation through celebration of life

Cathy Ann "Cam" Maddox, a passionate supporter of the Longboat Key Turtle Watch, spotlights conservation in her memory.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff
  • March 23, 2026
Birthday Candles

Five generations, an infinity of dreams, and one cake baked over a century.

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When he's not painting, artist Tom Stephens makes fishing rods.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • March 23, 2026
Sarasota artist lives the life aquatic

Sarasota artist and fishing rod craftsman Tom Stephens plugs into the currents of life.

  • Arts + Culture
Gilbert W. McNeal Elementary School fourth graders Leona Killion and Michael Chmielarski created business cards as a dancer and a soccer player for the Project T.E.A.C.H. activity on March 12.
    By
  • Madison Bierl
  • March 23, 2026
Project TEACH volunteers work to inspire young minds in Manatee County

Fourth grade classes all over the district were joined by local business people to talk about careers and dreams.

  • East County
  • Schools
They are goons who don't understand Jesus
  • By Letters to the Editor
  • March 23, 2026
They are goons who don't understand Jesus

Readers respond to our March 5 editorial with mixed views on the U.S.'s conflict with Iran.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Jenna Jahn notched a pair of top-two finishes at the Eddie Starling Memorial Invite on March 13 — including a record-breaking performance.
    By
  • Jack Nelson
  • March 23, 2026
East County Athlete of the Week: Jenna Jahn

As a freshman at Lakewood Ranch High, she broke the program record for the 400-meter hurdles.

  • East County
  • Sports
Terri King, Rocky and Liza Pappas
    By
  • Lori Sax
  • March 23, 2026
USF enjoys picture-perfect day for Brunch on the Bay

The annual event raises money for student scholarships at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee.

  • Black Tie
Lauren Athas, event Chair Lauren Christensen, Nati Shabat and Katie Biter
    By
  • Lori Sax
  • March 23, 2026
ODA supporters take Banyan Ball to Club Paraiso

Held at the St. Regis Longboat Key Resort, the Out-of-Door Academy's annual fundraiser featured an elegant tropical theme.

  • Black Tie
Lockwood Ridge Road was closed near Gocio Road early Monday morning after a fatal incident between a vehicle and a pedestrian.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • March 23, 2026
Pedestrian killed crossing Lockwood Ridge Road

A man was pushing a bicycle while on foot near Gocio Road, the Florida Highway Patrol says.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Deborah DiCarlo and approximately 150 fellow celebrants raise a glass to toast Longboat Island Chapel's 70th anniversary. Attendees shared memories and cake at the festivities March 22 at Shook Hall.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 23, 2026
Longboat Island Chapel celebrates 70 years

Congregants who have been part of the church for decades and new members alike joined in the celebration of 70 years serving the community.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Tasha Robinson has played the harp for 35 years. On St. Patrick's Day, she performed with two of her instruments at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church before attendees enjoyed an Irish-themed holiday dinner.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 23, 2026
Tunes of the highlands come to Longboat Key

All Angels welcomes harp player Tasha Robinson for St. Patrick's Day celebration.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Longboat Key Planning and Zoning Board at a November meeting. Nick Gladding, third from the right, is stepping down as he prepares to take his oath of office for Town Commission on March 23.
    By
  • S.T. Cardinal
  • March 23, 2026
Town to host meet and greet with board applicants

Longboat Key has three open positions for boards and committees that have attracted nine applicants.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Manatee County staffers flew DJI drones in 2021 to help the town of Longboat Key monitor red tide blooms in the gulf.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • March 23, 2026
Drone replacement costs add to Manatee County expenses

Chinese-made models are no longer allowed by state to fly for governments, prompting new purchases.

  • East County
  • News
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