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  • In Memoriam |
  • July 9, 2024
Donald Edwin Swanson

Donald Edwin Swanson, 92, of Bristol, Wisconsin, formerly of Longboat Key, passed away peacefully in his home July 5, 2024, surrounded by his family. 1932-2024

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 2, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Library hosts first Pizza Taste-off

Teens were invited to a blind taste test of pizza from four different Lakewood Ranch establishments.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 7, 2024
Bird Key ranked among nation's best retirement destinations

The Sarasota neighborhood was chosen as the 29th best place to retire in America in a survey of retirees by MarketBeat.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • April 1, 2024
Longboat Kiwanian Winston 'Cash' Register dies at age 88

Register was a dedicated member of the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Janet Combs |
  • November 21, 2023
Sarasota goes head over heels at Wine, Women & Shoes

Forty Carrots' annual event didn't disappoint on the footwear, fashion or fun.

  • Black Tie
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 22, 2023
Salvation Army bell-ringers shatter fundraising goal in Lakewood Ranch

The Lakewood Ranch crew of Salvation Army bell-ringers smashed their goal of collecting $10,000 at Publix this holiday season.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Sertoma Sarasota |
  • August 28, 2025
The Sound of Style Fashion Show

This elegant event brings together fashion lovers, local influencers, and supporters of a great cause for a high-energy runway experience like no other.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Spotlight Partners
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  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 9, 2025
Manatee River Artists Guild celebrates 20 years of collaboration

Waterlefe residents and grade school students raise money each year for two local schools.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • April 21, 2026
Charity golf tournament will return to Longboat Key

The Phil Galvano Golf Classic benefits Manatee County public schools and is being held for the 30th year in 2026.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 4, 2026
Easter Bunny brings seasonal cheer to Siesta Key Village

Easter on Siesta invited the community to come meet the Easter Bunny, amid gifts and giveaways from local businesses.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • December 8, 2022
Kids get a chance to 'Shop with a Cop' Saturday

The Sarasota Housing Authority and SPD will team up on Saturday for the annual Shop with a Cop event.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Carlin Gillen |
  • June 24, 2025
Longboat's underground utilities project has finally come to completion

Longboat Key celebrates the completion of their undergrounding project by the removal one of the last utility poles.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 1, 2026
Church of the Redeemer volunteers work together to build beds for kids in need

Church members worked together to provide beds, with everything included down to handmade quilts, for children in need.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 10, 2023
Longboat's annual Freedom Fest brings 'shortest parade in America'

This year's Fourth of July festival marks 20 years since the Longboat Key event was started by Gail Loefgren and Lisa Walsh.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • May 28, 2021
Nesting swan on Longboat Key dies

The swan had been incubating six eggs, which now have no chance of hatching.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • June 24, 2021
Amid orchestra search, no easy answer to Payne Park legal question

City Attorney Robert Fournier said the city cannot proactively seek a judgment on the legality of building a music hall in Payne Park without a firm commitment from the Sarasota Orchestra.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 16, 2020
St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic church celebrates 47 years

Parishioners gathered in the chilly night to celebrate together.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 17, 2020
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Olivia Davis

The Cardinal Mooney guard talks favorite memories and her biggest challenge.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 24, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 12.24.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 20, 2021
East County Athlete of the Week: Jamie Springstead

The Saint Stephen's Episcopal junior talks basketball and her dream superpower.

  • East County
  • Sports
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