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By Observer Staff |
June 18, 2025

Irate man strips down in the middle of the street

After being asked to move along, a man exposed himself in the middle of the road while shouting at everyone in the area. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Lesley Dwyer |
August 4, 2025

Electric bicycle use regulated in unincorporated Manatee County

The ordinance prohibits kids under 16 from using Class 3 electric bikes on shared-use paths and roadways.

East County
News

By Matt Walsh |
July 16, 2025

Corcoran's compelling case

When you see what is occurring at New College, Richard Corcoran’s vision for consolidating three institutions deserves serious examination.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Madison Bierl |
July 21, 2025

New principal at Bashaw Elementary has high expectations for staff and students

Nicole Williams will begin her 30th year in education in Manatee County.

East County
Schools

By Observer Advertising Content Staff |
June 30, 2025

Go Ahead and Do It: Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Sarasota Jungle Gardens started as a wild idea back in the 1930s, when a local newspaperman turned 10 acres of untamed land into what would become one of Florida’s most beloved places!

Arts + Entertainment
Spotlight Partners

Manatee County commissioners give back former wetland buffers

Commissioners voted 6-0 to return the buffers to at least 50 feet.

East County
News

By Jay Heater |
June 19, 2025

The flag is up! Waterside Place hosts July 4 Spectacular

Star-Spangled Spectacular is Lakewood Ranch's initial foray into July 4 entertainment.

East County
Opinion

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
July 30, 2025

The Sarasota Players stages a thrilling, chilling 'Cabaret'

Sarasota Players brings Kander and Ebb's sexy, ominous musical to a round stage.

Arts + Culture

By Eric Garwood |
April 21, 2025

Sarasota County leaders to consider land buy for jail expansion

The Main Street parcel would be an early step in a yearslong process to add space to the over-capacity facility.

Sarasota
News

By Jay Heater |
July 10, 2025

Star-Spangled Spectacular tests the limits of Waterside

Lakewood Ranch's first major July 4 draws more than 8,000 people.

East County
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
April 25, 2025

Sarasota adds 50 trees to giveaway event

First-come, first-served event resumes at 11 a.m. Saturday at The Bay.

Sarasota
News

By Dana Kampa |
August 6, 2025

First Longboat Key evening turtle nest excavation in years takes place

At the mid-point of the turtle hatching season, Longboat Key has seen record-breaking nest numbers.

Longboat Key
News

By Vinnie Portell |
March 12, 2025

Lakewood Ranch Adult Soccer Club embraces its differences

The club features 38 nationalities among its 145 members.

East County
Sports

By Carter Weinhofer |
December 6, 2023

New flood maps could discount Longboat homeowners insurance

With the adoption of Sarasota County’s new flood maps, the town of Longboat Key is considering new ordinances to improve its flood management and earn discounts for homeowners on their flood insurance premiums.

Longboat Key
News

By Michael Harris |
August 5, 2025

Longboat Key swears in new police chief

Russ Mager brings 29 years of experience to the position, with much of that time spent in Delray Beach.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
February 21, 2025

Sarasota Square Mall demolition begins

Developer Torburn Partners begins tearing down Sarasota Sauare Mall for a redevelopment to include up to 1,200 apartments and 690,000 square feet of commercial space on the South Tamiami Trail site.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
July 11, 2025

Manatee County’s Emergency Medical Services recognized for excellence

EMS received a gold achievement award from the American Heart Association.

East County
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
May 15, 2025

Benny Sato Ambush steps down as artistic director of Venice Theatre

Ambush helped the community theater rebound from COVID and Hurricane Ian.

Arts + Culture

By Adrian Moore, Leonard Gilroy |
August 14, 2025

Some federal land in Florida should be sold

Florida should follow Texas' lead by focusing on legalizing accessory dwelling units, streamlining permitting and loosening restrictive zoning regulations.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Eric Garwood |
June 30, 2025

Longboat budget settles in with familiar tax rate

Overall town values climb more than 5%, even with damaged properties.

Longboat Key
News

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