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Results for: Simpleswap Promo Code : (ARCH30) Exclusive 10% Off On Trading Fees

  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 1, 2022
Southshore project in Waterside, Erickson Senior Living big stories for Lakewood Ranch in 2022

SMR CEO and President Rex Jensen says Waterside of Lakewood Ranch offerings will take off in 2022.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • November 6, 2020
Bird of the week: little blue heron

Species escaped feather hunters in the early 20th century.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • August 2, 2021
Bird of the week: Sandwich tern

Rarely seen inland, the Sandwich tern dives for its meals of fish or shrimp.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • March 5, 2021
Bird of the Week: Northern mockingbird

This state bird of Florida can mimic the songs of more than 50 Southern birds.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • November 9, 2011
Two bazaars in one day make for Key holiday shopping

It's that time of year, so begin making your Christmas gift lists and get an early start on your holiday shopping with two Longboat holiday bazaars on the same day. There will be two holiday bazaars featuring many handmade goods, books, trees and holiday items Saturday, Nov. 19, on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 1, 2020
Longtime Manatee County Commissioner Pat Glass dies at 93

Glass commended as 'unbelievable leader' for her advocacy and foresight.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • January 20, 2015
Artist carves out new hobby

A former avid runner, Blaine Broadbridge enjoys a new pastime of crafting wooden creations in his garage.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • October 13, 2014
Sam Snead's set to reopen

Sam Snead’s American Grill, located on Osprey Avenue in Southside Village, will reopen under new ownership after closing earlier this year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 24, 2025
CareerEdge Funders Collaborative releases 2024 impact report

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce initiative added $1.3 million to the two-county economy, according to the 2024 report.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • July 28, 2021
44th Avenue bridge over Braden River 75% complete

Manatee County provides an update on massive project that will connect Lakewood Ranch with Cortez Road.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 12, 2015
Colony: The legal maze

What legal hurdles remain before a new Colony Beach & Tennis Resort can rise? The Longboat Observer breaks down three major legal issues that need resolution.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 17, 2010
Letters to the editor

Letters to the editor

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By David Conway |
  • December 1, 2016
Who’s running in the Sarasota City Commission election?

With two seats up for grabs in March, citizens are beginning to step forward in pursuit of a spot on the commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 20, 2025
2025 arts summer camps in Sarasota, Manatee

Check out the arts camps available in Sarasota and Manatee counties this summer.

  • Summer Fun Guide
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 3, 2023
Boat racers power through big waves and summer heat at Grand Prix

The 39th annual Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix drew 60 teams of racers to the waters off Lido Beach on July 1 and 2.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Guest Author |
  • October 9, 2020
Letters to the editor: Watching out for water quality and a dog speaks her mind.

Longboat Key readers sound off.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 24, 2023
Tidewell Foundation hosts Off the Clock

Interim President Delesa Morris says Tidewell is growing.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 12, 2021
J. McLaughlin hosts Sip and Shop for Save Our Seabirds

Store manager Melanie Dale is kicking off a full month of Sip and Shops.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Roy |
  • September 15, 2009
Merchants, Partnership merger talks back on

Despite downtown merchants ending merger negotiations with the Downtown Partnership last week, both sides will sit down this week to try to resurrect a deal.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 29, 2012
When friends become rivals

Braden River High and Lakewood Ranch High - two schools separated by less than four miles.

  • East County
  • Sports
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