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The School District of Manatee County holds meetings for the public to flip through physical maps of the proposed 2026-2027 Residential Attendance Zones.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • June 25, 2025
Manatee County School District seeks public feedback on rezoning

School officials and board members ask the public to make comments on the district's website.

  • East County
  • Schools
Longboat Key Police Chief Russ Mager spoke at the Rotary Club of Longboat Key's monthly meeting Tuesday, Sept. 16, where he shared his background in Delray Beach, his wife's connection to the Gulf Coast and his priorities for the department as he establishes himself in the new role.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • September 18, 2025
Longboat police chief stresses community visibility

Visibility, transparency and collaboration have been priorities for the department as Chief Russ Mager gets accustomed to leading the Longboat Key Police Department.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Bradenton's Steve Doll takes his best shot on Hole 17 at River Run Golf Links, one of the few affordable golf opportunities in Manatee County.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 20, 2025
Is affordable golf in the Lakewood Ranch area a myth?

Some local opportunities still exist, but the future of affordable golf in East County is cloudy at best.

  • East County
  • News
Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused vegetative damage across Longboat Key, including killing or severely damaging large trees.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • April 15, 2025
Exemption on the way for storm-related tree replacement

Longboat Key town commissioners discussed at length an exemption for storm-related tree replacements that would axe a two-for-one replacement requirement.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
"A Band Called Honalee: A Tribute to Peter, Paul and Mary... and friends" plays at Florida Studio Theatre's Goldstein Cabaret from Aug. 19 through Oct. 26.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 12, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Aug. 14-20

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
A street sign marking the 6000 block of Gulf of Mexico Drive owned by the town will remain for now as discussions on whether to rename the main thoroughfare are underway
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • September 16, 2025
Longboat Parkway was almost the Key's main road name

It wasn't always Gulf of Mexico Drive. Town Council minutes from 1957 show the name Longboat Parkway scribbled out by hand, with Gulf of Mexico Drive scrawled above.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff |
  • September 1, 2025
Your Weekly Taste: Twisted Pit BBQ

Now a sit-down experience in Lakewood Ranch where the awesome Twisted Pit BBQ family serves YOU!

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Spotlight Partners
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Kawailana Vaiaoga of Aloha Productions invites women and children up to dance.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • August 23, 2025
Live music, Polynesian dancers attract a crowd at UTC Night Market

Aloha Productions and Sugar Vibe provide the entertainment University Town Center's The Green.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The Hearts of ODA camp was led by Camela Giraud, the director of collaborative learning and education outreach at ODA. She was assisted by co-facilitator Colby Heidke, who is a 2025 ODA graduate and also the founder of the Sarasota Mobility Alliance.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • July 18, 2025
Hearts of ODA camp in Lakewood Ranch provides volunteer time and talent

The student campers have volunteered at nonprofits such as All Faiths Food Bank and Meals on Wheels.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Allen Clark (left), Edouard Chaput (center) and Cameron Yates (right) line up in the backfield. The three featured prominently in Out-of-Door Academy football's commanding win over Faith Christian in Week 8.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • October 6, 2025
Out-of-Door Academy football rolls forward with multiple offensive threats

The Lakewood Ranch high school has pummeled its opposition en route to a 6-1 record.

  • East County
  • Sports
Braden River High junior running back David Louis tries to find a hole against the Sarasota defense.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • September 3, 2025
Talented junior pivots to starring role for Braden River High's football team

David Louis, the Pirate defensive end-turned-running back, has taken up the offensive mantle in an uncommon way.

  • East County
  • Sports
Friends Laura Salata and Melissa Monoki are preparing to open a brand-new BODYBAR Pilates studio in Lakewood Ranch on Jan. 20.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • December 26, 2024
New Year's resolution leads to new Lakewood Ranch Pilates studio

Two friends mix community and exercise with new Bodybar Pilates location.

  • East County
  • Business
What’s best for NCF, USF?
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 23, 2025
What’s best for NCF, USF?

The governor should appoint a commission to determine what the best long-term structure should be for the Ringling, New College and USF.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Alex Hatcher and Will Westray star in "A Year with Frog and Toad," which Scott Keys is directing for Asolo Repertory Theatre.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • July 9, 2025
Asolo Rep's 'A Year With Frog and Toad' explores the seasons of friendship

Scott Keys is directing the Asolo Repertory Theatre production of Robert and Willie Reale's heartwarming, hilarious musical following the yearlong adventures of Frog and Toad.

  • Arts + Culture
Joseph Staskowski from Car Cave SRQ presented a strikingly orange, Dutch-manufactured 2010 Spyker C8 Laviolette LM85 at the Exotic Cars on the Circle show on Sept. 6 on St. Armands Circle.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • September 8, 2025
Exotic car show kicks off St. Armands' events season

Proceeds benefit Flight to the North Pole, helping make special holiday memories for families.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Braden River rising senior Nick Cinelli made an impact on both sides of the ball in the Pirates' spring game with a touchdown and two interceptions.
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • May 26, 2025
East County Athlete of the Week: Nick Cinelli

Cinelli had eight receptions, a touchdown and two interceptions for Braden River.

  • East County
  • Sports
Erin Hogan Jones, her daughter Madeline Jones and their 5-year-old pup Arlee joined the second meeting of a brand new running club started at Sips coffee shop. The group meets at 7 a.m. Saturdays.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • August 13, 2025
New running club launches on Longboat Key's north end

Community members of all activity levels are invited to get moving Saturday mornings with the new running club at Sips coffee shop.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Michael Saunders & Company |
  • September 17, 2025
For Sale: 16336 Daysailor Trl, Lakewood Ranch

This completely custom home was built in 2016 by award-winning Nutter Custom Construction.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
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A Sapphire Point home at 16438 Slate Placeto sold for $1,548,000.
Built in 2023, it has six bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths, a pool and 5,323 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • June 24, 2025
Top residential real estate sales for June 9-13 in Lakewood Ranch

A home in Country Club East on Seacroft Cove topped the week’s sales at $1.72 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Farm Manager Kate Traugott speaks while holding a rooster named Napoleon.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • September 17, 2025
The Farm at McIntosh Middle School fully opens

The 30,762-square-foot facility provides Sarasota students with a dedicated space for agricultural and horticultural projects.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
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