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By Observer Staff |
May 13, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for May 15-21

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Nat Kaemmerer |
December 24, 2020

Holidays past and present on Longboat Key

No holiday season has ever quite been like 2020, and many hope there's never another one.

Longboat Key
News

By Eric Garwood |
February 2, 2022

Sarasota panel finalizes list for surtax projects

City plans on receiving about $191 million over 15 years if fourth iteration of countywide 1% tax passes.

Sarasota
News

By Eric Garwood |
January 10, 2023

You don't have to go home, but you can't stay here

A loud party on a boat involved a lot of uninvited guests. This and more police reports in this week's edition of Longboat Key Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Robin Hartill |
May 2, 2012

Next chapter: Bankruptcy court

Judge K. Rodney May will hear from parties in the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort this week in a Tampa courtroom.

Longboat Key
News

By Kurt Schultheis |
December 28, 2011

TOP STORY, JULY: Food Fight

The relationship between the owner of Patrick's Restaurant and Tavern and his landlord soured, which prompted a move down the street earlier this year.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
June 8, 2011

May 27 Sneak peek 11:52 p.m. -- Broadway Beach Access. Code Enforcement. Police warned a couple they were on the beach after hours. They told police they had just arrived for a vacation and wanted to take a quick glance at the beach.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Brynn Mechem |
September 24, 2020

Construction on Legacy Trail underway

Segment 1 of the Legacy Trail, which stretches from Proctor Road to Bahia Vista Street, will open by spring 2021.

Sarasota
News

By Pam Eubanks |
December 11, 2019

Opposition builds to S.R. 64 car lot in Bradenton

East County
News

By Pam Eubanks |
July 10, 2019

On the road to change in Manatee County

Chad Butzow hopes to be more proactive about roadway needs.

East County
News

By Pam Eubanks |
March 13, 2019

Manatee County considers stormwater fee

Dedicated stormwater fee could handle escalating routine maintenance.

East County
News

By Cassidy Alexander |
August 29, 2017

Sarasota residents happy with quality of life, survey shows

According to a survey of 800 residents, growth in the county is a big concern, but they're happy with how local officials are handling things.

Sarasota
News

By Josh Siegel |
July 24, 2013

Balmoral gate solution still elusive

Lakewood Ranch Community Development District 6 supervisors rejected CDDs 2 and 5's proposal meant to share costs; they also voted to delay the gate discussion until August.

East County
News

By Caleb Motsinger |
July 30, 2014

Pricey sculptures stolen from Colony

Former Colony Beach & Tennis Resort owner Dr. Murray 'Murf' Klauber reported $100,000 worth of artwork stolen from his former penthouse unit July 24.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
July 10, 2024

Opposition grows along with theater's plans for Payne Park Auditorium

Revised lease terms for Payne Park Auditorium are on the table for the Sarasota City Commission.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
December 16, 2025

After years of repairs, Boys & Girls Club plans to rebuild

The Roy McBean Boys & Girls Club plans to replace its existing Newtown facility, which will be converted to outdoor space.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
December 8, 2025

St. Armands stakeholders urged to advocate for resilience funding

The Sarasota County Commission will decide if $25 million in Resilient SRQ funds will be spent to help prevent flooding on St. Armands Key on Dec. 16.