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By Lesley Dwyer |
April 20, 2025

Dakin Bull Bash attracts hundreds to Myakka City

The Elite Bullriders Association event includes mutton busting, bull riding and barrel racing.

East County
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
April 22, 2025

Kids get hooked on fishing in Lakewood Ranch

The Anglers Club of Lakewood Ranch along with Lakewood Ranch Community Activities will host a youth fishing clinic May 3.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 16, 2025

Permitting drastically increases as residents rebuild and repair

Six months after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Longboat Key and Sarasota residents scurry for permits during remodels and rebuilds of damaged properties.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
February 6, 2025

Sarasota Performing Arts Center workshops scheduled for Feb. 11

A City Commission workshop Tuesday morning and community town hall in the afternoon will provide further refinements for the planned Sarasota Performing Arts Center.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 11, 2025

Steve Branham wins race for Longboat Key at-large commission seat

Branham will take over the at-large seat currently held by Mike Haycock. The town's subaqueous loan referendum and two charter amendments passed, as well.

Longboat Key
News

By Dana Kampa |
January 29, 2025

Temple's 46th gala celebrates the arts

Temple Beth Israel celebrated musical talents of Kei Sulhi and Dr. Ann Stephenson-Moe at its annual gala.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
April 18, 2025

Big gathering heads down Main Street for stations of the cross

The annual walk invited all denominations to celebrate a Good Friday tradition, with 14 stations representing the story of Jesus' crucifixion.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Vinnie Portell |
April 24, 2025

Booker High senior advances to tennis state championships

Edizahir Rodriguez emigrated from Venezuela to chase his dreams.

Sarasota
Sports

By Ian Swaby |
April 1, 2025

Gillespie Park celebrates 100th anniversary

The neighborhood honored Sarasota's Scottish heritage as the park and neighborhood celebrated 100 years.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
April 1, 2025

Invasive plants removed from Ted Sperling Park

With the help of a $75,000 federal grant, Sarasota County has replaced invasive species with native plants.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 6, 2025

Foulmouthed driver starts verbal dispute after parking in private lot

After calling the complainant profanities via text and in person, police action was warranted. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Emma Burke Jolly |
April 13, 2025

That's a wrap! This way to the best burritos in town

However you prefer your bundle of joy, you'll find something to tempt your tastebuds on this list.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Lesley Dwyer |
May 12, 2025

Manatee County's efforts to reinstate wetland buffers challenged

Commissioners take stance that they eventually will reinstate the buffers no matter the opposition.

East County
News

By Adam Hughes |
May 7, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for April 21-25 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A condominium in Grande at Longboat Key on Gulf of Mexico Drive tops the week’s sales at $2.5 million.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 30, 2025

Street sign replacement begins on Longboat Key

The new signs will be installed throughout the next month and match the new street light aesthetics of the undergrounding project.

Longboat Key
News

By Abby Weingarten |
May 15, 2025

New restaurant seeks local following with fresh-first take on casual dining

An Arizona restaurant concept popular with yogis, foodies and lots of health-conscious people in between choose the Lakewood Ranch area to make its Florida debut.