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By Eric Garwood |
July 1, 2025

It was a case of ammo lost, ammo found

A missing parcel of a certain level of importance turns up eventually. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

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

By Dana Kampa |
June 3, 2025

Secur-All Insurance returns to Longboat Key's Bay Isles area

Having served Longboat Key residents for 15 years, the insurance agency explains how close community ties have led to its longtime success on the island.

Longboat Key
Business

By Vinnie Portell |
April 30, 2025

Nextlevelz tackles football concerns with local clinic

The developmental program teaches 100 youth football players how to tackle.

East County
Sports

By Ian Swaby |
October 28, 2024

Boats numbering in the hundreds parade through Midnight Pass

Hosted by Killin It, the parade brought together local boaters who hoped to promote awareness of their enthusiasm for keeping Midnight Pass open.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
May 24, 2025

Work on Butterfly Garden restoration gets underway

Volunteers showed up this week to replant the Butterfly Garden at Bicentennial Park on Longboat Key, and they're starting work on the wider park.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Vinnie Portell |
April 9, 2025

A golf fan's guide to watching the LECOM Suncoast Classic

Lakewood National offers some challenging shots to Korn Ferry players.

East County
Sports

By Observer Staff |
March 20, 2025

2025 general summer camps in Sarasota, Manatee

Check out the general camps available in Sarasota and Manatee counties this summer.

Summer Fun Guide

By Lesley Dwyer |
June 12, 2025

Mini crafters convene at Bob Gardner Park for summer camp

Demand was so big that the camp is being held at a new Lakewood Ranch site this summer.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
June 3, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for June 6-11

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Observer Staff |
June 26, 2025

Fourth of July 2025 events in Sarasota, Longboat Key and Lakewood Ranch

From parades to the classic fireworks, check out these events to help you celebrate Independence Day right.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Lesley Dwyer |
February 12, 2025

School zone speeding cameras rev up criticism in Manatee County

Commissioners limited the ticketing hours and made the speed limits uniform following complaints.

East County
News

By Andrew Warfield |
May 21, 2025

Sarasota names new interim manager, relaunches search for permanent one

Veteran local government executive Dave Bullock will succeed Doug Jeffcoat in the city's top temp job as City Commission seeks a new batch of candidates.