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By Madison Bierl |
February 25, 2026

Little Free Library Club works to keep reading accessible in Lakewood Ranch

Since 2023, the club has built five libraries in local parks. In order to expand, volunteers and books are needed.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
July 25, 2023

Vegan hot dog at Sarasota eatery ranked in nation's top 10

The vegan version of Doggystyle's Chicago Hot was ranked by PETA among the top 10 hot dogs in the U.S. for summer 2023.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Liz Ramos |
January 27, 2022

Braden River Elementary dual-language programs sees success in first year in east Bradenton

The dual-language program has been successful at Braden River Elementary in east Bradenton area.

East County
Schools

By Nat Kaemmerer |
March 9, 2022

Longboat Key Police Department gets to work improving bicycle and pedestrian safety

Thanks to a liaison program with the Longboat Key Bicycle Association, updates are being made and put in place.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
August 17, 2022

Lakewood Ranch residents show renewed interest in community garden

Green thumbs are wanted to replant the community garden in Greenbrook's Adventure Park, expected to open early next year.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
September 21, 2022

Code enforcement, citation changes initially approved by town

Among the changes proposed to Longboat's codes is the elimination of anonymous reports.

Longboat Key
News

By Kurt Schultheis |
April 7, 2010

P&Z approves code changes

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a list of seven changes to the town's zoning code to eliminate legal arguments regarding the Longboat Key Club's Islandside application.

Longboat Key
News

By Heidi Kurpiela |
August 25, 2010

Stand-up guy

Sarasota funny man Tim Wilkins comes home to roost. The comedian talks about the road, his image and why he's exactly where he wants to be.

Arts + Culture

By April Doner |
June 4, 2012

"Summer Nights" swapping: a shift toward abundance?

Arts + Culture

By Roger Drouin |
January 10, 2013

Sarasota police chief DiPino reports on first week

Bernadette DiPino always keeps a protein bar in her bag. They have come in handy during her busy first week as Sarasota's new chief.

Sarasota
News

By Liz Ramos |
August 12, 2020

Learning to adapt in Lakewood Ranch-area schools

School District of Manatee County hopes to maintain standards while students concentrate on health guidelines.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
March 1, 2018

Sarasota letters to the editor

Readers sound off on the issues.

Sarasota
Opinion

By David Conway |
May 19, 2016

City regulations on downtown bars prove flexible

Despite resident opposition, officials have endorsed a Main Street business’ application for a liquor license. How does the city gauge the proper cutoff point for downtown bars?

Sarasota
News

By Alex Mahadevan |
July 9, 2015

North Trail remains on the the edge of revitalization

While advocates of revitalizing the northern gateway to Sarasota are bullish on a new residential project, they remain wary of tricky zoning issues.

Sarasota
News

By Matt Walsh |
June 24, 2015

OUR VIEW | how to address the noise

Inform the revelers. If they know they can be fined or jailed, they’ll change their behavior.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Nick Reichert |
December 1, 2015

Deli Diehards: Sol Meyer NY Delicatessen opens

With his new Jewish deli, Sol Meyer NY Delicatessen, Solomon Shenker is bringing a taste of the Northeast to Main Street.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Observer Staff |
May 16, 2013

Our View: Let's hope it's not status quo

The word on the street among Sarasota city business people well before the election was the two Sues - Suzanne Atwell and Susan Chapman - would take it.