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By Josh Siegel |
September 25, 2013

Supply and demand

As of Sept. 1, there is less than a year's supply of homes in the resale market in Manatee County, leaving real-estate professionals to wonder what that means for the recovery.

East County
News

By Marty Fugate |
December 6, 2021

With Christmas upon us, we hear from Scrooge himself

Jim Floyd brings Ebenezer Scrooge to life at The Players Centre for Performing Arts. He did the same for us in a spirited conversation.

Arts + Culture

By Liz Ramos |
July 10, 2024

Observer editor spends a day exploring the Lakewood Ranch Library

The new facility offers opportunities for people of all ages to gather and participate in a variety of activities.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
February 17, 2025

Longboat nature parks still need major repairs before reopening

Caused by the hurricanes, the replacement of park boardwalks, the town boat ramp and the town dock could cost around $2 million.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 8, 2024

Mark Wandall Foundation supports, connects youth navigating grief

After the death of her husband, Melissa Wandall started The Mark Wandall Foundation to help children cope with the loss of a family member.

East County
Neighbors

By Liz Ramos |
December 1, 2024

Gene Witt Elementary School celebrates its 30th anniversary

Founding teachers say the family atmosphere and values of the school stay strong 30 years after it was built.

East County
Schools

By Janet Combs |
January 27, 2025

Social scene chills out as end of January nears

Our chilly weather coincided with a brief pause in black tie events before peak season really heats up.

Black Tie

By Eric Snider |
January 26, 2025

Documentaries chronicling Longboat environment set to make waves

Buzz is percolating over a unique program that paired local college film students with a Rotary Club to document some Longboat Key-centric ecology success stories.

Longboat Key
News

By Liz Ramos |
October 2, 2023

Recycled Reading Buddies brings reading to life through stuffed animals

The east Bradenton organization pairs books with stuffed animals that look like characters in the books donated to children.

East County
Neighbors

By Matt Walsh |
September 27, 2023

The social service brouhaha

Should county tax dollars be used to fund social service organizations? Where do you draw the line?

Sarasota
Opinion

By Carter Weinhofer |
October 11, 2023

Longboat town manager shares insights, challenges ahead of second season

Town Manager Howard Tipton’s job performance received rave reviews from Longboat Key commissioners.

Longboat Key
News

By Madison Bierl |
May 20, 2025

Manatee School Board fires superintendent

Mainly citing concerns over communication, the Manatee County School Board on Tuesday fired Superintendent Jason Wysong with just over 13 months remaining on his contract.

East County
Schools

By Madison Bierl |
May 6, 2025

Lake Manatee K-8 school is set to open for elementary students in August

HKS Architects and Designers along with NDC Construction Company are working to ensure they deliver phase one in time for the 2025-2026 school year.

East County
Schools

By Vinnie Portell |
August 11, 2025

East County Athlete of the Week: Julia Vendramini

The Lakewood Ranch volleyball player has become a key player for the Mustangs.

East County
Sports

By Liz Ramos |
November 24, 2023

Manatee schools must react to loss of federal emergency funds

After 100 days in new post, Superintendent Jason Wysong must evaluate positions funded by COVID grants.

East County
Schools

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
November 13, 2023

New dance company makes a 'pointe' on mental health, inclusivity

Azara Ballet is a nonprofit contemporary dance company in Sarasota that promotes body positivity and offers outreach programs for the neurodivergent community.