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By Lesley Dwyer |
July 23, 2025

Manatee County commissioners to decide future of Mixon Fruit Farms property

Either the county will purchase the property, or it will be sold to a developer.

East County
News

By Eric Garwood |
June 27, 2025

Art exhibit will become 650 playthings for Sarasota schools, youth groups

The idea to donate the basketballs came from the artist and was coordinated by the museum.

Arts + Culture

By Letters to the Editor |
July 2, 2025

The poles are gone, cheers to Lynn Larson

Longboat's undergrounding of utility wires means no more unsightly structures, says a reader.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
May 19, 2025

Sarasota metro has highest home ownership rate in the country

At 82.3%, the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota area was rated No. 1 by financial services website SmartAsset among all metros across the country in residents who own their homes.

Sarasota
News

By Vinnie Portell |
July 3, 2025

Booker High receiver picks Michigan State among 33 Division-I offers

Tyren Wortham has mapped out his path to the NFL.

Sarasota
Sports

By Dana Kampa |
June 10, 2025

Sarasota seniors ring in Pride Month

Project Pride SRQ recognized long-term couples and newlyweds at Silver Pride this year, among other activities celebrating Pride Month.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Eric Garwood |
July 9, 2025

5 issues to keep an eye on this summer in Longboat Key

Although Town Commission meetings are on hiatus, here's a few topics that will continue to bubble.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
April 16, 2025

Students race remote-controlled cars of their own design at Faulhaber Fab Lab

Students created vehicles themed after different time periods for the 10th Annual Remote Control Car Competition.

Sarasota
Neighbors

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 Carter Weinhofer |
October 13, 2024

How to get help after Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Local, state and national resources are available for those who suffered losses during both hurricanes.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
June 18, 2025

Lakewood Ranch Library upgrades, Lorraine Road prioritized for 2026

Manatee County commissioners started the budget process, but the final budget won't be approved until September.

East County
News

By Andrew Warfield |
June 21, 2025

Midtown Plaza redevelopment begins its run through city approval

Plans are to redevelop the site of the long-vacant Winn-Dixie next to Michael's on East into a mixed-use project with apartments, a hotel and retail.

Sarasota
News

By Eric Snider |
May 16, 2025

LWRMC chief nursing officer leads with empathy-first approach

An empathic and servant leader’s mindset — like the time she covered a shift on Christmas Eve — pushes Lakewood Ranch Medical Center's top-level nurse Judy Young to set up her team and community for success.