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By Observer Staff |
March 9, 2017

Context matters in election

The Colony density vote has fueled anti-growth sentiments on Longboat, spilling over into the Town Commission race. Beware of fake news and vague news crafted to mislead.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Amanda Sebastiano |
November 18, 2015

Manatee County School Board says impact fees make sense

Funds needed to build new schools or additions as expected population boom hits.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
December 11, 2013

Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Ian Swaby |
December 19, 2024

Sarasota students share Christmas wishes in letters to Santa

Students at Fruitville Elementary School, Tuttle Elementary School and Suncoast School for Innovative Studies shared what they hope to receive this Christmas.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By S.T. Cardinal |
November 3, 2025

Living seawall begins to make waves in Longboat

Concrete panels affixed to the seawall of Bayfront Park are already home to many varieties of marine life.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 24, 2026

Manatee County administrator's proposed contract raises concerns

Instead of signing a new contract before the election, commissioners extended Charlie Bishop’s current contract through February 2027.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
August 19, 2009

Our View

Capital flow decides our future

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Bret Hauff |
February 7, 2018

Ringling College releases plan for Longboat Arts Center

The donation-funded, proposed Longboat Key Arts, Cultural and Education center could cost more than $18 million, by 2022 dollars.

Longboat Key
News

By Eric Garwood |
July 15, 2025

Longboat grant coordinator focuses on relationship-building, organization

Two years into her new-to-the-town role, Shaberts' job zooms in on funding that isn't tax based.

Longboat Key
News

By Marty Fugate |
August 23, 2024

A theater critic tackles his hearing loss

For Observer contributor Marty Fugate, becoming hearing-impaired theatened his livelihood.

Arts + Culture

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
July 4, 2023

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 6-12

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Harry Sayer |
January 5, 2021

Sarasotans find new ways to celebrate the new year

Locals traded downtown block parties for personal celebrations this New Year's.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
April 19, 2023

Cardinal Mooney beach volleyball prepares to defend SSAC title following first loss

The Cougars lost 3-2 to Bradenton Christian on April 13, but are confident heading into the SSAC tournament.

Sarasota
Sports

By Spencer Fordin |
February 7, 2022

WBTT teases musical 'Ruby' after extended delay

The theatrical run of "Ruby" has been postponed twice due to circumstances beyond its control, but the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is working overtime to give it a new life.

Arts + Culture

By Brendan Lavell |
February 3, 2021

No inquiry scheduled after Manatee County brouhaha

Kruse not currently pursuing legal action against Whitmore, says blackmail comment wasn't an accusation

East County
News

By Kurt Schultheis |
November 18, 2009

The boards of 11 associations within the Longboat Key Club Islandside, also members of the Islandside Property Owners Coalition, can use association money at their discretion to pay for coalition legal fees.