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By Observer Staff |
January 27, 2026

Longtime local legislator announces retirement from Congress

Vern Buchanan, who represents Florida's 16th District in the U.S. House of Representatives, has announced his retirement following 20 years in Washington.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
February 11, 2026

5 dead in Sarasota shooting, link to Fort Lauderdale double homicide suspected

According to the Sarasota Sheriff's Office, the suspect was found deceased in the home near Proctor and McIntosh roads where the shootings took place.

Sarasota
News

By Elizabeth King |
June 27, 2026

Sarasota Amish eatery ranks as No. 2 buffet restaurant in US

Der Dutchman is on the USA Today’s 10 Best list for best buffet restaurants.

Sarasota
News

In Memoriam |
May 14, 2026

Richard Frank Wokoun

Richard Frank Wokoun, age 69, of Lakewood Ranch, Florida, passed away on April 26, 2026.

East County
Tributes & Obituaries

By S.T. Cardinal |
June 10, 2026

Final deadline set for Half Moon House repairs

The support pilings on the Half Moon House at Gulfside Road will need to be replaced for the house to be spared from town-ordered demolition.

Longboat Key
News

In Memoriam |
June 10, 2026

Sam Michael Sciturro

Sam Michael Sciturro was born January 31, 1933, in Detroit, Michigan, during the height of the Great Depression, the experience which shaped his entire life.

East County
Tributes & Obituaries

By Matt Walsh |
December 16, 2020

Longboat Key has new generation

For the first time in decades, a majority of commissioners will be under age 70. Will that change the town’s path? Meantime, Florida has a post-election challenge: how to keep Florida Florida.

Longboat Key
Opinion

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 Marty Fugate |
March 28, 2024

Tasty cocktails that are a sure bet to beat the heat

Sip your way into summer with these tantalizing concoctions.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Vinnie Portell |
February 26, 2025

Braden River weightlifter becomes first freshman to medal in school history

Ellen Lehman wrapped up a record-breaking year with a fifth-place finish at states.

East County
Sports

By Ryan Kohn |
January 3, 2024

10 East County athletes to watch in 2024

These athletes combine natural talent and diligence to excel in their respective sports.

East County
Sports

By Eric Garwood |
April 16, 2025

Post-hurricane real estate market hard to pin down

Generally, metro area's prices take a tumble, but that's not true everywhere.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
February 12, 2025

Town Commission candidates gear up for contested 2025 election

At an election forum hosted by Miracle on the Key and the Men’s Club of the Temple Beth Israel, the candidates had an opportunity to discuss their positions on Longboat Key issues.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
November 20, 2025

Sarasota parishioners celebrate priest's 65th year of service

Rev. Fausto Stampiglia was the face of St. Martha Catholic Church for 31 years before retiring in 2022, and was ordained as a priest in Rome in 1960.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Mark Gordon |
October 6, 2010

A former top federal banking regulator who now lives in Lido Shores was one of the first to question many moves made by politicians to prevent the financial crisis. His fight, now nearly two years old, carries on.

Longboat Key
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
August 2, 2023

Sarasota writer chronicles 100 years at the Kennedy family’s summer home

Kate Storey's book, "White House By the Sea" became an instant New York Times bestseller when it was published in June.

Arts + Culture

By Guest Author |
April 28, 2021

A parent speaks out …

New Yorker Andrew Gutmann expresses what many Americans are feeling about the false charge of systemic racism and how they’re fed up with their children being brainwashed at school.