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Amanda Parrish is serving as the EDC's interim CEO, and Elizabeth Cordes is the director of business recruitment and expansion.
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • April 10, 2026
Manatee County Commission changes course on Bradenton EDC

Commissioners chose to partner with the EDC and approved a $292,450 annual contract.

  • East County
  • News
There are many pieces to the healthy brain puzzle, including proper diet, exercise and sleep.
  • By Mirabai Holland |
  • April 15, 2026
Yes, sleeping, eating right and working out can improve and preserve your memory

Healthy habits, including exercise, a good diet and getting enough sleep, can pay big dividends on improving memory function and preventing memory diseases.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Kole Ayrault leads the Sailors in batting average and hits, as of March 23, and also ranks third for RBIs and runs.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • March 24, 2026
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Kole Ayrault

The senior first baseman/outfielder has fueled a fiery start for Sarasota High baseball.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Team members at Longboat Harbour Condominiums and the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program are working together to show how residents and researchers can all contribute to building a stronger ecosystem. Coordinators recently put up new signs recognizing the work volunteers are doing to remove invasive plants and add Florida-friendly flora. Pictured are Mary and Rob Dice, Kakali Banerjee and Ken Stewart.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • May 12, 2026
Sarasota Bay Estuary works with residents on native planting projects

Longboat Harbour Condominiums residents and volunteers celebrated receiving a grant to remove invasive plants on the property.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Tina Ciaccio | Michael Saunders & Company |
  • April 2, 2026
For Sale: 8134 Pavia Way, Bradenton

Positioned on one acre inside the exclusive gated community of The Lake Club with breathtaking lakefront westerly views, herein lies an unparalleled opportunity in this 3,734 square foot residence.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Sponsored Content
Longboat Key Fire Rescue Chief Paul Dezzi explains how robust community education contributes to the island's success in responding to cardiac distress calls. He touched on response times, disaster response and more at the April 30 meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 30, 2026
Fire chief explains Longboat's high cardiac rescue success rates

Longboat Key Fire Rescue Chief Paul Dezzi spoke about how vital it is for community members to learn CPR and be ready to act.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Peter Stanick (1953-2026)
  • In Memoriam |
  • February 27, 2026
Peter Stanick

Internationally recognized pop artist Peter Stanick passed away on February 9, 2026, in Sarasota, Florida. He was 72.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
The Sarasota Orchestra bought a site on Fruitville Road for its Music Center in 2023.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 16, 2026
Want to be where the people are? You have to go east.

The out-east story keeps adding new chapters, from county office buildings to a globally known furniture store.

  • East County
  • News
Jean Craig Flynn prepares to swim laps.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 30, 2026
Soon-to-be centenarian just keeps swimming

Gulf & Bay Club resident Jean Craig Flynn has earned the nickname "Jingle Jean the Swimming Queen."

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Bayfront Park Recreation Center still welcomes thousands for yoga, Pilates and other classes annually, but is about 56 years old, and talk of replacement has begun again.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • May 20, 2026
Push begins again for new rec center on Longboat Key

The aging building donated by Murf Klauber and moved to Bayfront Park may be replaced with a private-public fundraising effort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota County this week activated the traffic light, the first of its kind in a roundabout in the area, the county said.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 15, 2026
Traffic signal added to Apex Road roundabout

Sarasota County hopes to alleviate busy-time traffic backups at the Lakewood Ranch Boulevard intersection.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Janet and Dean Mixon are retiring. The couple sold their food truck to Polk Sheriff Charities, Inc.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 6, 2026
Mixon Swirl food truck finds a new home in Polk County

Dean and Janet Mixon sell their iconic food truck to Polk Sheriff Charities Inc.

  • East County
  • Business
Carol Erker and Terri and Jeff Driver, board members with the Rotary Club of Longboat Key, gave an overview of the leadership positions they hope to fill next year at the May 5 meeting.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • May 12, 2026
Longboat Rotary welcomes new board members

The community service organization is welcoming back its president and hopes to involve new board members.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The annual Memorial Day parade kicks off on Main Street in Sarasota at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 25. Rebecca Souders, 10, Jessica Wilhelm and Beth Duranceau watch the parade in 2023.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 19, 2026
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for May 21-27

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff |
  • April 21, 2026
Our Lady of Guadalupe Wine Dinner

Each course is crafted to complement the character of every pour, creating a refined and memorable dinner from start to finish.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Spotlight Partners
Sponsored Content
  • By Kat Wingert |
  • April 2, 2026
In pursuit of a good laugh

From monorails to teeny-tiny garbage bins, we spread the jokes out last week in our April Fools’ issue. Readers were amused … mostly.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Vance Freeman became the 10th different state champion in Sarasota boys weightlifting program history May 7. The senior hit all three of his lifts in the bench press to secure gold.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • May 14, 2026
Sarasota High lifter crowned at state championship

Vance Freeman won an individual state title to conclude his high school weightlifting career with the Sailors.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Sarasota Orchestra Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero.
  • By Gayle Williams |
  • April 18, 2026
Sarasota Orchestra ends its season on a high note with Masterworks 7

Conducted by Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero, the Bernstein-Mahler program demonstrates the orchestra's growing artistry.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
A vacant lot on N. Shore Road has some weed growth and is littered with debris from a fallen fence.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • January 19, 2026
Unkempt lots a town concern in Longboat

Weeds, overgrown grass and litter have attracted the attention of residents and town staff.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Tony Barrett is running for the at-large District 6 commission seat in Manatee County.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • April 1, 2026
East Manatee fire commissioner enters at-large County Commission race

Tony Barrett hopes to earn a seat as his term as fire commissioner comes to an end.

  • East County
  • News
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