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By Matt Walsh |
August 14, 2024

Final Observer recommendations

Here is why U.S. elections should revert to occurring only on election day: Things happen up to the last day that can change voters’ minds. Such is the case this cycle.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Carter Weinhofer |
August 30, 2024

SRQ flight path over Longboat Key discussed after unexpected change

The Federal Aviation Administration admitted fault in not communicating a flight path change in a recent meeting between local and FAA officials.

Longboat Key
News

By Vinnie Portell |
January 8, 2025

Lakewood Ranch High student creates 'Science Stars' to inspire tweens

Yulia Morales hopes to show kids how science can be fun with monthly experiments.

East County
Schools

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 15, 2025

Air conditioner noise loud enough to warrant call to police

A resident said the ongoing noise was impacting her well-being, and she planned to sell the residence. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Petra Rivera |
April 22, 2024

Longboat Key Chamber promotes Tuscany trip with a wine tasting

Gabriele Salvatori traveled from his winery in San Gimignano to provide an authentic wine-tasting experience to Longboaters considering traveling to Italy.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
April 1, 2024

APRIL FOOL: Is Manatee County out on a wire with bridge plan?

Engineers begin planning for a suspension bridge at Fort Hamer.

April Fools

By Andrew Warfield |
July 31, 2025

Sarasota citywide max property millage rate is set at 3.3

Interim City Manager Dave Bullock told city commissioners an increase over the current fiscal year's property tax rate is necessary to rebuild the general fund balance.

Sarasota
News

By Lauren Tronstad |
April 11, 2023

Longboat pickleball demand continues with request for more courts

Pickleball fans spoke at the Longboat Key Town Commission's annual goals and objectives meeting to further the discussion on the growing demand for the sport.

Longboat Key
News

By Lauren Tronstad |
May 3, 2023

Bayfront Park pickleball won't be getting more courts

A motion to restripe the only dedicated tennis court at Bayfront Park for pickleball use failed to gain support.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
November 22, 2023

5 Longboat crosswalk improvement projects ahead of schedule

The FDOT-led project spans the entirety of Gulf of Mexico Drive, with five crosswalks being installed or upgraded on Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
News

By Liz Ramos |
February 20, 2024

Parrish Community High begins construction on new addition in April

The 16-classroom addition, which will cost $10.6 million and include two engineering labs, addresses growth and academic needs at the school.

East County
Schools

By Liz Ramos |
April 2, 2024

Churches unite to support Myakka City pastor after fire

Seven churches hold benefit to support Myakka Family Worship Center's pastor after his barn burned.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 10, 2024

Residents upset after utility crew eradicates honey bee colony

The colony had been a part of the community for at least 24 years, according to residents. Neighbors wish they'd had a say in the bees' fate.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
July 6, 2024

Save Our Seabirds receives grant for drainage improvements on campus

The rescue and rehabilitation nonprofit on City Island was forced to evacuate some birds during June 11 storm.

Longboat Key
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
October 21, 2025

Man claiming to know Trump threatens to throw a party

A man claiming to know the president was using his famous punchline at a golf club resort prompted a call to Longboat police this week. This and other Longboat Key police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.