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By Carter Weinhofer |
March 19, 2025

Residents, town compromise on alterations to Country Club Shores project

Country Club Shores residents and Longboat Key staff worked together to address concerns raised by the residents about the turn lane project's curbed medians.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
February 6, 2025

Floating day dock is coming to The Bay

To make the Sarasota's The Bay park accessible to boaters, the Bay Park Conservancy secures waivers to permit the construction of a floating dock with 18 slips.

Sarasota
News

By Dana Kampa |
March 17, 2025

Being a caregiver includes caring for oneself

Community partnership specialist Kelly Garrett offered advice on how caregivers can make sure they are taking adequate care of themselves while helping their loved ones.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
November 20, 2024

Performing Arts Center agreement deadline extended

The Sarasota City Commission grants request from the Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation to extend the implementation agreement deadline for a new theater complex.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
January 8, 2025

Two indicted in Sarasota jury duty fine scam

The victim reportedly sent $12,000 to a woman impersonating a Sarasota County Sheriff’s deputy.

Sarasota
News

In Memoriam |
January 23, 2025

Anthony Pescatello

Anthony (Tony) Pescatello, 89, of Bradenton, FL, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Lesley Dwyer |
January 18, 2025

Late-night dining, entertainment on hold in Lakewood Ranch

Sarasota County commissioners granted a continuance instead of voting no to a request near Waterside.

East County
News

By Ian Swaby |
January 28, 2025

Impact100 awards $876,000 in grants to local nonprofits

The women's giving circle offered grants of $109,500 each to eight local nonprofits.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 18, 2025

Design continues for underwater pipe replacement after referendum

Longboat Key staff will press forward with the design process and start the application process for a State Revolving Fund loan for the necessary wastewater project.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
January 9, 2025

Barbara Ford-Coates recalls a career of fun in Sarasota tax office

Losing her husband and her first election over a span of two months, long-time Sarasota County Tax Collector Barbara Ford-Coates looks toward "the next celebration around the corner."

Sarasota
News

By Dylan Campbell |
December 12, 2024

Sarasota High boys varsity basketball seeks consecutive district titles

Third-year Head Coach BJ Ivey has high hopes for his team this season.

Sarasota
Sports

By Observer Staff |
December 3, 2024

Cold-weather shelters opening in Sarasota, Manatee

Two shelter locations will be available in Sarasota County and one in Manatee County as temperatures are expected to dip into the mid-40s.

Sarasota
News

By Janet Combs |
November 27, 2024

Boys & Girls Clubs honors Caldwell Trust Co. at Champions for Children Gala

The annual event recognized Caldwell Trust Co. for its dedication to supporting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties.

Black Tie

By Ian Swaby |
January 13, 2025

Jaguar Festival d’Elegance brings luxury vehicles to St. Armands Circle

The free-to-the-public event showcased Jaguar sports cars from across Florida.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Petra Rivera |
January 1, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for Dec. 9-13 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A home in Bird Key and a home in Emerald Harbor top this week's sales at $1.9 million.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

By Dana Kampa |
March 11, 2025

Second Town Green open house on Longboat Key unites community

Nonprofits, religious groups, small businesses and educational services all came together for a community open house on Saturday.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
February 25, 2025

'Belles of Broadway' delights Longboat audiences

Delores McKenzie belted out tunes from "Hamilton," "Wicked," "Waitress," "Les Misérables" and many more iconic Broadway shows in her newest act.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 19, 2025

Myakka hog and horse make unlikely pair

A 3-month-old feral pig persistently pestered the 9-year-old horse until he was accepted.

East County
Neighbors

By Miri Hardy |
February 23, 2025

Myakka marks backcountry with numbered posts

New trail markers will enhance wayfinding and help rangers locate park visitors in need.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
January 15, 2025

Woman discards suitcase with $22,000 check inside

Angry over stolen money, a woman threw out her boyfriend's suitcase full of clothing and a check he had to deliver to his boss. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

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