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  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff |
  • May 20, 2026
24th Annual St. Armands Circle Craft Festival

Patrons have the opportunity to personally to meet with the craft artisans, commission work, and learn what inspires the crafter's work.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Spotlight Partners
Sponsored Content
Surrounded by members of the Leadership Sarasota Class of 2026, staff from Save Our Seabirds and a cloud of confetti, Lisa Charles cuts the ribbon at the unveiling of an updated outdoor space at the bird sanctuary.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 27, 2026
Leadership Sarasota spruces up Save Our Seabirds space

With the sponsorship and hands-on work of local leaders, the bird sanctuary has a new look for its outdoor education center and landscaping.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sheila B. Barach
  • In Memoriam |
  • May 21, 2026
Sheila B. Barach

Sheila B. Barach, of Longboat Key, Florida, formerly of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 18, 2026, at the age of 93. Sheila

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
School Board Member Heather Felton took off her blazer during the May 5 workshop to show her sleeveless shirt is appropriate for students in the Florida heat.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • May 18, 2026
Manatee Schools to re-evaluate dress code guidelines

School board members and school community members debate what the dress code should be and whether school uniforms are an option.

  • East County
  • Schools
The St. Regis Longboat Key arch is installed on a private groin that extends into the Gulf.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • May 18, 2026
Longboat Key makes case against St. Regis arch

Jurisdiction claims and FDEP permit both addressed in town’s suit against St. Regis.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Neal Mason Hall (1939-2026)
  • In Memoriam |
  • April 23, 2026
Neal Mason Hall

Neal Mason Hall, 86, of Longboat Key, FL, passed away on April 16, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Stacy Lenz, a teacher at Gulf Gate Elementary, was surprised by the honor during a ceremony at school, alongside principal Michelle Miller, who nominated her.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 27, 2026
Six Sarasota teachers honored for making a difference

Barancik Foundation's Ripple Awards aim to make note of those who leave 'a lasting mark.'

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort is the only Gulf-facing property on Longboat Key with a private beach groin, constructed decades ago by Colony Beach & Tennis Resort owner Murf Klauber to fight beach erosion.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • May 12, 2026
St. Regis, town headed to court as Whittall defies order

The developer and owner of the St. Regis Longboat Key Resort says he will fight in court "to whatever extent necessary" to leave the arch that town code enforcement has ordered taken down.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Richard Frank Wokoun
  • In Memoriam |
  • May 14, 2026
Richard Frank Wokoun

Richard Frank Wokoun, age 69, of Lakewood Ranch, Florida, passed away on April 26, 2026.

  • East County
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Longboaters met some of the current residents at the Humane Society of Longboat Key headquarters for the latest Off the Clock social on April 29, including Light. Light is a member of the "Hidden Gem Club" and promises to light up a room for his future adoptive family.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • May 1, 2026
Chamber members see behind the scenes at Humane Society social

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce brought its latest Off the Clock social to the Humane Society of Sarasota County headquarters.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
CAC Co Founder Dolly Jacobs and all the models gather on the stage for the fashion show finale.
  • By Lori Sax |
  • May 16, 2026
Circus Arts Conservatory hosts first Cirque Vogue fashion show

The fashion show featured an exhibit of CAC Co Founder Dolly Jacobs' costumes, a presentation of Ringling Circus costumes and the latest fashions from Foxy Lady.

  • Black Tie
Heather Hackett, the founder of Local Relief, Inc., earned the 2024 C. John A. Clarke Humanitarian Award for her work with her nonprofit.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 27, 2026
Don't sleep on hurricane season because 2025 was slow

Side of Ranch March 28

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Beginning June 1, 2026, parking fees will be enforced in all city parking decks, such as the St. Armands Circle garage, 24/7.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • May 7, 2026
Paid city parking hours extended and fines for violations increased

To achieve solvency in Sarasota's Parking Division, the City Commission extends enforcement hours and increases fines with changes beginning June 1, 2026.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Michelson Fleurant places a rose on a plaque at the Manatee County Law Enforcement Memorial Service May 14 in Bradenton.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 20, 2026
Law enforcement officers' calling demands our attention

The Manatee County Law Enforcement Memorial Service is a reminder that men and women place their lives at risk for our safety.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Michael Saunders & Company |
  • May 21, 2026
For Sale: 10921 Bluestem Circle, Lakewood Ranch

Set against peaceful lake and preserve views, the home creates a tranquil backdrop with no shortage of outdoor living space to enjoy it all.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Sponsored Content
An aerial view of Sarasota Orchestra's future Music Center, a 32-acre campus that will be located at 5701 Fruitville Road, near Interstate 75.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • May 18, 2026
Sarasota Orchestra announces anonymous $12 million Music Center donation

Close to $87 million in donations have been publicly announced toward the Fruitville Road campus.

  • Arts + Culture
Grant's Gardens has a two-bay garage at 525 Gulf Bay Road, and is proposing to build an office building on the lot across the street at 524 Gulf Bay Road.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • May 23, 2026
Landscaping company seeks expansion in Longboat Key

An office building proposed on Gulf Bay Road came before the Planning and Zoning Board for review Tuesday, prompting pushback from a neighbor and former employee.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Entering this season, Braden River softball hadn't won a district title in seven years. The squad is now two wins away from a state championship.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • May 14, 2026
Braden River High softball advances to state semifinals

With a wire-to-wire effort from Kaydence Evans, the Pirates are FHSAA Class 5A-3 regional champions.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sunday morning crash kills 18-year-old on Interstate 75
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 11, 2026
Sunday morning crash kills 18-year-old on Interstate 75

No one else was hurt in the Sarasota County incident, FHP says.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Is the only way to protect kids online for all of us to give up our data?
  • By Adrian Moore, Nicole Shekhovtsova |
  • May 6, 2026
Is the only way to protect kids online for all of us to give up our data?

Legislators are passing laws to verify the age of social media users — but does it inadvertently require these sites to keep more data than necessary?

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
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