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By Lesley Dwyer |
August 5, 2025

Kids 16 and under in Manatee County face possible curfew

Commissioners directed the county attorney to draft an ordinance to establish a curfew in unincorporated Manatee County.

East County
News

By Dana Kampa |
July 8, 2025

High-end espresso and wine shop coming to St. Armands Circle

The owners aim to bring a little something special to the area, providing provisions for the perfect beach picnic and a go-to spot for high-quality beverages.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Jay Heater |
September 4, 2025

State's special interest favoritism plagues Manatee

Manatee County commissioners are trying to figure out wetlands conundrum.

East County
Opinion

By Andrew Warfield |
June 10, 2025

Master plan helped lift downtown Sarasota from the Great Recession

Commercial real estate broker John Harshman tells the update committee the downtown plan was the right strategy at the right time for downtown Sarasota.

Sarasota
News

By Elizabeth King |
June 12, 2025

Longboat Key mansion listed for $35 million

The Serenissima property spans nearly 20,000 square feet and has 145 feet of beach frontage.

Longboat Key
News

By Emily Walsh |
June 25, 2025

The show will go on

Marina Jack, operated by Suntex Marinas, and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens step up as this year’s sponsors of the city of Sarasota’s Fourth of July fireworks display.

Sarasota
Opinion

By S.T. Cardinal |
August 19, 2025

Man walking in 'aggressive manner' has cops called on him

Police were called for someone walking aggressively in a synagogue parking lot. This and other Longboat Key police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Lesley Dwyer |
August 2, 2025

Music on Main is a place to connect in Lakewood Ranch

The monthly event features music, vendors and information about clubs and activities.

East County
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
August 6, 2025

Living wall comes to life on Longboat Key

A project to improve water quality at Longboat Key's Bayfront Park is only a few weeks from completion and already starting to meet its goal.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
August 31, 2025

Gene Witt Elementary digital art lab is in full swing with community support

Funds from Neal Communities, The Patterson Foundation and fundraisers paved the way for the elementary school to start a digital lab.

East County
Schools

By Madison Bierl |
July 14, 2025

Manatee needs more testing on electric school buses

Cost and the ability to serve open areas are just some of the areas that need more exploration before the School District of Manatee County purchases additional electric buses.

East County
Schools

By Paul Grove |
June 17, 2025

WEDU PBS isn't a luxury. It's a necessity.

If you're skeptical of funding media with taxpayer dollars, you're not alone. In fact, you're asking the right question: Should the federal government be in the business of funding media at all?

Sarasota
Opinion

By Ian Swaby |
August 6, 2025

Tennis for Fun helps develop the skills of athletes with disabilities

The program has helped advance local players to the State Summer Games of the Special Olympics.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
July 11, 2025

Selby Gardens names new board leadership

Katherine Martucci and Jeannie Russell have been elected chair and vice chair by the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Board of Trustees.

Sarasota
Business

By Andrew Warfield |
June 4, 2025

Sarasota downtown plan committee gets a history crash course

The Sarasota Downtown Master Plan 2020 Update Committee heard from five presenters who played key roles in the development of the current guide.

Sarasota
News

By Dana Kampa |
August 18, 2025

Help scientists while enjoying a day on Sarasota Bay

Sarasota Bay Watch is hosting its annual citizen science-led survey of scallops in Sarasota Bay.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
July 15, 2025

How Sarasota’s school district feeds thousands of students each day

Director of Food and Nutrition Services Sara Dan describes how Sarasota County Schools provides meals to a district that includes around 45,000 students — and ensures kids enjoy the product.