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By Lesley Dwyer |
April 15, 2026

Manatee County launches $3M pilot program for bulk garbage pickup

Regular bulk pickup was eliminated when the "Big Bin Advantage" was introduced in October.

East County
News

By Marty Fugate |
February 4, 2026

Florida Studio Theatre shoots for the moon with 'The Blue-Sky Boys'

Deborah Brevoort's play takes audiences on a mind-bending journey of joyful exploration.

Arts + Culture

By Jack Nelson |
January 8, 2026

Sarasota Suncoast Academy guard completes one-of-a-kind legacy

Eighth grader Eva Lopes wrapped her middle school career as the Bulls' all-time leading scorer in basketball.

Sarasota
Sports

By S.T. Cardinal |
January 28, 2026

Longboat Key isn't crime-free, but it's close

The Florida barrier island has a lower crime rate than the national average in every category, but the town's new police chief still has goals for the new year.

Longboat Key
News

By Madison Bierl |
January 28, 2026

Amputation of her 174-pound left leg gives Manatee County teen a new life

Braden River Middle student Jasmine Ramirez suffered with an overgrowth syndrome that had impacted most of her young life.

East County
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
February 26, 2026

Star guard returns from injury to steer the Sailors

Johnny Lackaff is back at the helm for Sarasota High boys basketball after a nine-game absence.

Sarasota
Sports

By Observer Staff |
July 19, 2024

Sarasota County Public Hospital Board, at-large Seat 2: Kevin Cooper

Meet the candidate.

Elections

By Jack Nelson |
May 4, 2026

Dick Vitale Gala raises $21 million for pediatric cancer research

In its 21st year, the gala nearly doubled last year's $12 million total, with Vitale currently battling cancer for the fifth time.

East County
Sports

By S.T. Cardinal |
May 26, 2026

Longboat’s five-year plan top-loaded with pricey projects

Of the $166.2 million planned for capital improvement projects, nearly half would be spent on a wastewater pipe and beach renourishment in years one and two.

Longboat Key
News

By Jay Heater |
May 27, 2026

Don't sleep on hurricane season because 2025 was slow

Side of Ranch March 28

East County
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
June 3, 2026

Braden River High graduate takes her dual athleticism overseas

Although she is headed toward Division I soccer, Maddie Baehr played in May for the Ireland Flag Football Women's National Team.

East County
Sports

By Lesley Dwyer |
June 9, 2026

Former Manatee County commissioner, supervisor of elections runs for Congress

James Satcher is a last-minute addition to the lineup of candidates seeking the Republican nomination to represent District 16.

East County
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
November 15, 2025

Lakewood Ranch Main Street motors past a milestone

Some tenants have left. Others have been there for 10, or even 20, years. Amid the changes, Main Street at Lakewood Ranch maintains its original calling: a go-to gathering spot.

East County
News

By Jack Nelson |
June 10, 2026

Joining Sarasota Crew propels local rower into the junior national championships

Lakewood Ranch High graduate Madison McKay, who joined Sarasota Crew as a junior, will compete at the USRowing Youth National Championships.

East County
Sports

By Jack Nelson |
June 11, 2026

Sister-turned-competitor purses a junior rowing national title

Olivia Mulliner, a rising senior at Riverview High, will row at the USRowing Youth National Championships five years after a fateful first practice alongside her sister.

Sarasota
Sports

By Observer Staff |
June 23, 2026

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for June 25-July 2

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By James Peter |
September 23, 2023

Radio host told Sarasota he's a 9/11 hero. Was he really there?

The Observer found inconsistencies throughout radio personality "the Captain" Matt Bruce's story of 9/11 heroism, military service and record as a firefighter.