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  • By Robert Plunket |
  • August 21, 2013
Three Things: Timeless Treasures

Older homes can be a challenge. They often need extra effort to bring them into the present while still preserving their unique charm - not so with these three vintage beauties.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Palomino Insurance |
  • April 24, 2025
Navigating Medicare with Heart: Why Carlos Hernandez is the Guide You Need

Turning 65 should be a celebration. But let’s be honest, applying for Medicare can feel like a maze with no clear exit.

  • Health
  • By Catherine Avery, Founder |
  • May 29, 2025
From Wall Street to Longboat Key: How CAIM Built a Top-Tier Investment Firm with a Personal Touch

Catherine Avery, owner of Catherine Avery Investment Management (CAIM), began her investment journey as an 18 year old New York University finance student while working at Oppenheimer Funds.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • In Memoriam |
  • December 3, 2025
Paul Emil Geck

Paul Emil Geck, age 81, passed away peacefully at his home in Longboat Key, Florida, on November 18, 2025.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 15, 2025
SPD'S new operations center is already solving crime in real time

Only in its infancy, the Sarasota Police Department's new technology-rich, fully integrated facility managed by an unretired former detective is already paying dividends.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • August 11, 2022
Commissioners have a to-do list when they return next month

Routine and out-of-the-ordinary tasks await the Longboat Key Town Commission in September.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • May 7, 2020
Questions persist as Sarasota enters reopening phase

Although some businesses and officials are optimistic about resuming activity, it remains unclear what the future holds as the COVID-19 response continues.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • May 14, 2020
City considers street closures for outdoor dining, pedestrian space

The city could temporarily close streets to cars as a COVID-19 response measure, but it's unclear if and when changes may actually take place.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 1, 2013
Our View: One step forward

As we were about to go to press, we learned that Colony Beach & Tennis Resort owner Murf Klauber had filed a Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 9, 2024
City will consider building its own workforce housing

Sarasota City Manager Marlon Brown will propose a plan to build 192 units in two towers across from City Hall.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • November 17, 2022
Bello Nock hasn’t gotten to the top by accident

Still at the top of his game, hometown daredevil Bello Nock is leveraging his high hair and high jinx for a higher purpose.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 2, 2022
Renovations almost complete at Braden River Middle

BRMS teachers are thrilled with the $26 million addition and renovations project.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Joe Hendricks |
  • January 17, 2013
The Blue Rooster spreads its wings

The Blue Rooster spreads its wings

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 2, 2017
Letters to the Editor

Other referendum question deserves ‘yes’ vote

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 16, 2023
Lakewood Ranch builders join Community Fund project

The Builders Give Back program will help area nonprofits through the Lakewood Ranch Community Fund.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 18, 2021
Longboat Key Cops Corner: Not cool at the pool (or the beach)

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 5, 2009
Cover story: Lively Exchange

In a home exchange, two parties agree to swap residences for vacation. Longboat Key residents who have tried it say it's a great way to save money and experience a new culture.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 28, 2012
Happy 25th, Peridia!

Residents will celebrate the community's 25th anniversary with a special golf tournament and dinner/dance gala March 30-31, at the Peridia Golf & Country Club.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • October 23, 2013
Rosedale: 20 Years Strong

Rosedale Golf & Country Club community opened 20 years ago; its original homeowners commend its steady character as it continues to grow.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • February 5, 2014
Manatee Sheriff's Office captain takes us for a ride

Capt. Lorenzo Waiters, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office captain who oversees Lakewood Ranch, says things have returned to normal after the department increased patrols to combat burglaries this fall.

  • East County
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