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By Observer Staff |
December 9, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Dec. 11-17

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Marty Fugate |
February 5, 2026

Meet the island kitchens setting the standard for a seriously good lobster roll

Although it's not a local, lobster remains a much-loved treat — especially on a roll.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Carter Weinhofer |
June 14, 2023

More oyster gardens installed enhancing Longboat Key green initiatives

Vertical oyster gardens, though simple in structure, can improve water quality and provide habitats for marine life.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
August 18, 2023

Manatee votes to reduce wetland protections in county development plan

Commissioners said they want to protect property rights and guard against overregulation.

East County
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
August 23, 2023

Gardeners Out East club grows flowers, friendship

The 40-member club in Lakewood Ranch was founded on friendship and stresses environmental education.

East County
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
September 12, 2023

SunCoast Blood Centers seeks donations as hurricane season continues

The Lakewood Ranch blood center wants a full blood supply in preparation for more storms.

East County
News

By David Conway |
May 20, 2021

Main Street businesses protest streetscape idea

Although city officials and property owners have expressed a desire to redesign two key downtown blocks, merchants aren’t happy with the prospect of losing parking spaces.

Sarasota
News

By Brynn Mechem |
May 27, 2021

Mid-year county revenues exceed COVID-19 expectations

Most sources of revenue are reporting an increased level of return at the mid-year mark.

Sarasota
News

By Ryan Kohn |
June 15, 2021

Sarasota Crew rower talks Youth Nationals silver medal

Area's top finisher in The 2021 USRowing Youth National Regatta learned a lot by working with the sport's elite.

Sarasota
Sports

By Ryan Kohn |
June 23, 2021

Prose and Kohn: Riverview High wideout commits to Michigan State

Plus, a familiar-name hire adds to intrigue at Sarasota High

Sarasota
Sports

By Eric Garwood |
June 24, 2021

Median home-sale prices rise to record level in Sarasota County

Benchmark sales figure has risen each month of 2021.

Sarasota
News

By Eric Garwood |
June 27, 2021

Longboat Key Cops Corner: Just look at the time . . .

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Brendan Lavell |
July 7, 2021

Born-and-raised local firefighter wins East Manatee award

Josh Dillard was awarded as East Manatee Fire Rescue District's Firefighter of the Year.

East County
News

In Memoriam |
December 1, 2020

Ruth A. Beliles

Ruth Dearing Beliles, born March 11, 1929, in Urbana, Ill., passed away peacefully on November 24, 2020.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Nat Kaemmerer |
December 2, 2020

Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce hosts second annual Light Up Longboat

Longboat Key's tree lighting went off without a hitch, even without activities and refreshments due to the pandemic.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By David Conway |
December 15, 2020

First Step, law enforcement launch crisis intervention program

The Behavioral Health Response Team is an initiative designed to produce better outcomes for individuals dealing with issues related to mental health and substance abuse.