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By Lesley Dwyer |
January 24, 2024

Lease termination settlement costs Manatee County $375,000

Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches, a child and family services nonprofit, originally requested $2.96 million in compensation after its lease was terminated.

East County
News

By Liz Ramos |
January 31, 2024

Providing more food options is a recipe for success in Manatee schools

The School District of Manatee County offers increased variety to meet students' needs for a nutritious lunch.

East County
Schools

By Josh Siegel |
May 22, 2013

Veteran regains love for country

Rick Rogala lost faith in his country as a prisoner of war in North Korea in 1968. Now, he cherishes his country.

East County
News

By Spencer Fordin |
January 10, 2022

Sarasota Orchestra primed for a Beatles and rock 'n' roll revolution

The Sarasota Orchestra is preparing for a set of Beatles tunes, a change of pace from a steady diet of Brahms and Beethoven.

Arts + Culture

By Vinnie Portell |
July 8, 2025

Lakewood Ranch resident shows resolve in 50-state marathon quest

Regina Morris hasn't let injury, travel or age stop her from reaching the finish line.

East County
Sports

By Michael Harris |
October 8, 2024

This was a busy few opening weeks so far

In Michael Harris' first three weeks as managing editor of the Longboat and Sarasota Observers, the area has had two hurricanes.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Michael Eng |
August 31, 2011

Alliance, Observer announce finalists

The winners will be announced at the Sandies corporate awards dinner Oct. 5, at The Polo Grill and Bar's FÃªte Ballroom.

East County
News

By Mark Bergin |
April 3, 2020

Longboat Key town manager on pandemic: ‘It’s a marathon, not a sprint’

Town Manager Tom Harmer said the coronavirus pandemic is different than other emergency-response events he's experienced in the past.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 21, 2025

Verizon cell service improvements on the way for Longboat Key

The ordinance for taller poles to improve wireless coverage will now go before the Longboat Key Town Commission in February for public hearings.

Longboat Key
News

By Robin Hartill |
September 7, 2011

9/11 Looking Back: Daniel Hoffe

Daniel Hoffe was attending a training program in the South Tower of the World Trade Centers when the Sept. 11 attacks occurred.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
November 1, 2019

Garage condo idea comes to life in Sarasota

Wheel Base begins selling its garage condos in Sarasota

East County
Real Estate

By Sidra Wali |
June 19, 2023

Rotary Club of Longboat Key's season of service

The Rotary Club of Longboat Key has been a steadfast pillar for the community, supporting philanthropy, youth literacy and conservation.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 13, 2023

Manatee County sends feisty cats to work

The Working Cat Program by the county's Animal Service Division allows residents to adopt feral cats to control vermin.

East County
News

By Mark Bergin |
May 31, 2021

Town leaders to decide on Freedom Fest celebration and parade

The measure is expected to be on the Town Commission's June 7 consent agenda.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
July 26, 2022

Underground power line construction on track for end-of-year completion

Construction is planned for completion in the fall with the remaining work to be wrapped up by the end of the year, a year earlier than initially expected.