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Audubon Society members say doves aren't the smartest birds when it comes to choosing a place to build a nest.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 17, 2026
Couple hatches plan to protect doves that nested in front door wreath

A River Club couple will keep people away from their front door so a dove family can raise babies.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Ashley Avellan-Knutson (left) will lead Braden River girls weightlifting into a new era following the departure of former coach Jordan Borges (right).
    By
  • Jack Nelson
  • June 17, 2026
New head coach takes over the Braden River High girls weightlifting program

Former assistant Ashley Avellan-Knutson is the new head coach following the Pirates' first team state title.

  • East County
  • Sports
Man banned from nightclub because of his 'strange' behavior
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • June 17, 2026
Man banned from nightclub because of his 'strange' behavior

A man was banned from a downtown nightclub because of alleged and nonspecified "strange behavior" in an "overcrowded" men's bathroom. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Commissioner George Kruse says Manatee County is in a "questionable financial situation.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • June 17, 2026
Commissioner calls Manatee County 'poor' during workshop sessions

Commissioner George Kruse says Manatee County is in a “questionable financial situation.”

  • East County
  • News
Most of the action in Asolo Repertory Theatre's "Lady Disdain" takes place in a studio where romantasy audiobooks are recorded.
    By
  • Monica Roman Gagnier
  • June 17, 2026
Asolo Rep's 'Lady Disdain' brings the Bard into age of romantasy, revenge porn

Lauren Gunderson's reimagining of William Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" is a rolling world premiere.

  • Arts + Culture
A piece of driftwood that juts from the shallow water off Beer Can Island is decorated with paint.
    By
  • S.T. Cardinal
  • June 17, 2026
Art or graffiti? Painting on driftwood at Beer Can Island prompts pushback

Manatee County workers scratch the paintings off the driftwood regularly, but the trend has persisted.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The home at 119 N. Warbler Lane sold for $6.55 million. Built in 1997, it has three bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 5,099 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • June 17, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for June 1-5 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A Bird Key home on North Warbler Lane tops the week’s sales at $6.55 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Waves of red, white and blue flooded Bay Isles Road for the 2024 Freedom Fest parade. While the patriotic display was impressive, organizers of the upcoming Fourth of July festivities believe the activities planned for this special 250th edition will be bigger and better than ever.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • June 17, 2026
Get ready for a special edition of Longboat's 'shortest parade in America'

For the country's 250th birthday, Longboat Key is adding some memorable touches to its Fourth of July celebration.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Positano condominium complex was one of the properties in Manatee County that had incorrect property evaluations in the 2026 fiscal year.
    By
  • S.T. Cardinal
  • June 17, 2026
Manatee property values rebound on Longboat after mistake in 2025

After a Manatee County Property Appraiser mistake cost the town at least $500,000 last year, town leaders are paying close attention to preliminary values.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Another travesty of power
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • June 17, 2026
Another travesty of power

Everyone knows we need more affordable housing. But Sarasota County commissioners are more concerned about losing their home rule power.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Diane DelloRusso, who has worked in the jewelry business for 36 years and been a longtime manager at Jewelry by Cole, said she believes customers will appreciate the new St. Armands Jewelry store with its blend of classic and contemporary styles. She came out of retirement to assist with the transition and can't wait for longtime patrons to see the boutique's new look.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • June 16, 2026
Two new shops coming to St. Armands Circle

Two new stores are preparing to open, one under new ownership and the other as a new location.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Jolanta Bremer received the award of the 2026 Queen Helen.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • June 16, 2026
Attendees get into costume as Mrs. Roper at The Bazaar on Apricot and Lime

Attendees showed their best look as the character from the sitcom 'Three's Company,' during the event at The Bazaar.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
JP Soars and the Red Hots will perform a free Father's Day concert at The Bay on Sunday, June 21.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • June 16, 2026
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for June 18-24

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The pickleball courts and basketball courts at Longboat Key’s Bayfront Park will be renovated over the summer.
    By
  • S.T. Cardinal
  • June 16, 2026
Pickleball courts closed for major renovations

Bayfront Park in Longboat Key is down a popular amenity as the pickleball courts are redone.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Elliott Mathes grew up watching his older brother, Will Mathes, compete for Sarasota Crew at the USRowing Youth National Championships. From June 11-14, he himself rowed with a junior national title on the line.
    By
  • Jack Nelson
  • June 16, 2026
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Elliott Mathes

Sitting in the sixth seat, Mathes helped Sarasota Crew's U16 Men's Eight to bronze on the national stage.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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The USF Sarasota-Manatee campus has steadily grown over the past 20 years on Tamiami Trail.
  • July 21, 2026
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Multiple species of starfish have found a home on the "Living Wall" at Longboat Key's Bayfront Park. The innovative project uses 3D-printed concrete slabs modeled after mangrove roots to provide better habitat for aquatic animals.
  • July 21, 2026
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Bob Bowling (left) chews out his son, Matt Bowling (right), while coaching football at Palmetto High. Before Braden River, he worked at Palmetto from 1993-2004.
  • July 21, 2026
Family, friends remember longtime coach, athletic director Bob Bowling
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Melinda Zarzycki-Harris, founder and executive director of Bring on the Ministry, and Pastor Julia Wharff Piermont of Christ Church of Longboat Key are all smiles with their new ministry partnership.
  • July 21, 2026
Christ Church gets new charitable partner

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