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By Jay Heater |
March 12, 2026

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center CEO resigns

Rob Anderson worked a year at the post; current COO Philip Reber named interim CEO.

East County
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
May 5, 2026

Unlicensed driver arrested after being warned 90 minutes earlier

Longboat police issued a warning to an unlicensed driver who was then seen by the same officer 90 minutes later. This and other Longboat Key police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Mike Moran |
May 3, 2026

My oath to the law and the taxpayers of Sarasota County

While waiting for the attorney general to rule on a disagreement over how to implement state law, costly litigation could have been avoided.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Madison Bierl |
June 4, 2026

Smarten Up Camp gives Manatee County students advanced arts opportunities

Over four days, the Manatee Arts Education Council hosted students who are gifted in the arts.

East County
Neighbors

By S.T. Cardinal |
February 25, 2026

Longboat's mayor reflects on big decisions, gives advice to commission

With term limits changing just before he began on the Longboat Key Town Commission, Ken Schneier leaves as the longest-serving mayor in the town’s history.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
March 4, 2010

Our View: Our 'in-the-margin' governor

"Government in the margins" certainly makes it easier to get elected or re-elected, but it does little to address what should be addressed.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
October 19, 2018

Manatee County School Board District 4: Scott Hopes

After 2017 appointment, Hopes seeks full term.

East County
News

By Niki Kottmann |
July 18, 2018

This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, July 19

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment calendar events taking place this week in Bradenton, Sarasota and Venice, Florida.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Observer Staff |
December 9, 2014

Our View | Jeb Bush: true conservative

Is former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush too moderate for the Republican Party? That is all the talk.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Lesley Dwyer |
August 29, 2023

Myakka City residents are calm, but they respect Idalia's threat

No one was overly worried about Hurricane Idalia's possible impacts, but preparations carried on just in case.

East County
Neighbors

By Marty Fugate |
November 1, 2020

Still Modern. Still Here.

SarasotaMOD Weekend 2020 honors Carl Abbott’s architectural legacy. The pandemic couldn’t stop it — clever thinking saved the day.

Arts + Culture

By Ryan Kohn |
August 4, 2021

Sarasota high school football previews: Sarasota High

With newfound depth, Sarasota High will challenge big opponents if offensive and defensive lines improve.

Sarasota
Sports

By Harry Sayer |
August 9, 2021

Sarasota Ballet loses dancers, gains others before new season

The company recently bid farewell to dancers while bringing on new ones before its 2021-22 season

Arts + Culture

By Brynn Mechem |
August 18, 2021

Sensory deprivation tank a great way to float away your fears

Our reporter tests out a sensory deprivation float tank to examine the treatment's health benefits.

Health

By Jay Heater |
February 8, 2022

Rep. Tommy Gregory moving to Lakewood Ranch to run for new state House seat

The Florida representative avoids District 74 showdown with James Buchanan by announcing he will move to the Lakewood Ranch area.

East County
News

By Harry Sayer |
March 10, 2022

Woman's long-term COVID-19 side effects prompt far-reaching changes

Change in sense of smell means a new way to approach diet, lifestyle.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
July 7, 2022

Locally founded website preps for responsibilities following partner's death

End of Life Ready, a nonprofit started by two Lakewood Ranch residents, goes through various information categories to help prepare for the death of a significant other.