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By Lesley Dwyer |
August 29, 2023

Myakka City residents are calm, but they respect Idalia's threat

No one was overly worried about Hurricane Idalia's possible impacts, but preparations carried on just in case.

East County
Neighbors

In Memoriam |
October 19, 2018

George Camille Cosbar

George Camille Cosbar, 90, of Fort Myers, FL and formerly of Longboat Key and Larchmont, N.Y., passed away on September 19, his obituary tribute is publishing in the Longboat Observer of the Observer Media Group.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By David Conway |
May 19, 2016

City regulations on downtown bars prove flexible

Despite resident opposition, officials have endorsed a Main Street business’ application for a liquor license. How does the city gauge the proper cutoff point for downtown bars?

Sarasota
News

By Bret Hauff and Cassidy Alexander | Staff Writers |
December 6, 2017

Tom Harmer prepares to take over as Longboat Town Manager

The former Sarasota County Administrator doesn't start till Dec. 11, but he's spent the last five months getting to know the island.

Longboat Key
News

By Lauren Tronstad |
April 7, 2023

St. Regis parking changes headed to Planning and Zoning

A proposal to add more than 50 parking spots to the Longboat Key hotel and condo development will go before the board and allow public input April 18.

Longboat Key
News

By Ryan Kohn |
October 9, 2023

Lakewood Ranch High boys cross-country team makes positive strides

Lakewood Ranch High has a shot at its first team state meet appearance since 2016.

East County
Sports

By Ryan Kohn |
May 13, 2020

Local golf directors play marathon match for charity

The match, held at TPC Prestancia, lasted 12 hours and nine rounds.

Sarasota
Sports

By Nick Friedman |
June 29, 2016

Comic Relief: Florida Studio Theatre presents 'Zap! Bang! Pow!'

This kid-friendly summer show turns comic-book action into education.

Arts + Culture

By Kurt Schultheis |
June 10, 2009

Backflow deadline looms

With 331 backflow-prevention devices left to be installed Key-wide, commissioners will discuss a possible third extension at its Thursday, June 18 regular workshop.

Longboat Key
News

By Jessica Salmond |
July 8, 2014

County Commission drafting letter to city for answers on homeless shelter plans

After the city decided not to pin down a date for the next joint meeting, the county wants to continue forward searching for a site for the Come As You Are shelter.

Sarasota
News

By Dana Kampa |
March 23, 2025

Backpacks make world of difference for kids entering foster care, expert says

Longboat Key Chapel accepting backpack donations throughout the month for the Sarasota-based All Star Children's Foundation.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Pam Nadon |
October 3, 2018

'Ideal Home' is the hilarious gay adoption story you didn't know you needed

It's impossible not to love this Fabulous Independent Film Festival (organized by Harvey Milk Festival) flick.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

By Matt Walsh |
August 2, 2017

A much better plan

Orlando developer Chuck Whittall learned a costly lesson about Longboat Key: Learn about it before you leap. With his newest development plans, Whittall clearly listened. It make sense.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Robin Hartill |
January 2, 2013

Looking ahead: Business and tourism

The patterns of season are tough to predict, but indicators so far point to a strong season for hotels and businesses.

Longboat Key
News

By Nat Kaemmerer |
March 8, 2022

Longboat Key golfers team up to Go For the Cure

The Key Niners and Women's Golf Association played a round to raise money for Breast Health Sarasota.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jen Blanco |
August 10, 2011

Athlete of the Week: Logan Newton

Twelve-year-old Logan Newton pitched three games for the Suncoast Storm 98 team, finishing with a 2-1 record and helping lead the Storm to a 3-3 record at the USSSA World Series July 23-30.