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  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • August 26, 2025
Couple caught hiding underwear in pockets at beach access

An illegally parked car led police to a couple fooling around on the beach, and a man had police called on him for limping. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • December 28, 2023
Tidewell Foundation's Longboat building no longer listed for sale

The property was listed without the executive board's knowledge and all options are still being explored, according to an official from the organization.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 12, 2024
Man causing disturbance resists arrest and assaults officer

A Longboat Key officer responded to a disturbance, which escalated quickly. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • July 30, 2024
Longboat police evict man camping near Beer Can Island

While on patrol, officers find a man violating the prohibition against camping on Longboat Key. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 11, 2025
Plans advance for two affordable housing projects

The Sarasota Planning Board approved Central Gardens and recommended approval of Cypress Square III — combined would bring 100 new affordable units.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 19, 2025
Cars & Coffee cuts the gas on revving engines

Organizers of the Sarasota event warned motorists to quiet down or be banned from all future events.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • March 9, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • January 21, 2025
Calusa Country Club to open in Lakewood Ranch in February

Lakewood Ranch's newest golf course will feature 30 holes and a socialized concept.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 19, 2025
Manatee County to leave Longboat Key plaza space in August

The county planned to turn the leased space into a community center with adult education classes but now is shifting away from putting money into a leased space.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Eric Snider |
  • November 20, 2025
Camaraderie trumps competition for the members of this racing club

Meet the members of the Sarasota Model Yacht Club, who find purpose, rivalry and plenty of laughter steering their "toy boats" across Benderson Park's Green Parrot Lake.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • January 3, 2018
Lorraine Road home tops sales at $950,000

Residential real estate transactions for Dec. 11-22.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 21, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 23-29

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 26, 2025
BMX track draws amateur and pro riders to Myakka City

Aker Brand Farms is a 15-acre BMX training facility and a dream come true for owners Jeremy Smith and Will Grant.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Eric Snider |
  • May 19, 2022
Raising puppies for Southeastern Guide Dogs is serious business

The Lakewood Ranch Puppy Raisers group lays the groundwork for a dog’s transition into more advanced guide dog training at Southeastern Guide Dogs.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 2, 2011
GREAT EXPECTATIONS

The Florida Department of Transportation plans to give Manatee County just more than $1 million to launch public bus service to Lakewood Ranch. But who would use it? And how does public transportation fit within Schroeder-Manatee Ranch's future plans?

  • East County
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 1, 2025
East County women's club aims to make a difference

The Palm Aire Women's Club raises money for charity and scholarships.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 12, 2025
School zone speeding cameras rev up criticism in Manatee County

Commissioners limited the ticketing hours and made the speed limits uniform following complaints.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • December 11, 2023
Sarasota EcoSummit tackles development, pollution and water quality

Nearly 8 acres of open land is lost to development per hour in Florida, says a panel moderator.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 11, 2023
Heritage Awards highlight where history lives in the community

Sarasota residents have been at work preserving historic structures and collections that embody the area's history.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 29, 2023
Bobby Jones restoration reaches last major milestone

Sprigging the greens at the city-owned golf course means rebuilding the Donald Ross design is nearing completion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
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