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By Dylan Campbell |
February 5, 2025

East County Athlete of the Week: Gabriel Lara

The Lakewood Ranch High junior scored two goals in the Mustangs' district title win over Parrish Community High.

East County
Sports

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 14, 2025

Couple found enjoying 'snuggle time' in business lot after hours

An officer investigated a suspicious vehicle parked in a business lot after hours and found a couple enjoying some quality time. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Observer Staff |
May 6, 2024

Foundation to pay for design phase of new performing arts center

All expenditures for the project are to be divided equally among the public and private sectors.

Sarasota
News

By Adam Hughes |
February 27, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for Feb. 10-14 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

A Siesta Cove home tops the week's sales at $5 million.

Sarasota
Real Estate

By Observer Staff |
July 1, 2024

Sarasota man indicted for alleged Medicare fraud

Marketers were allegedly paid for ordering unnecessary cancer tests, a U.S. Attorney says.

Sarasota
News

By Dana Kampa |
February 4, 2025

All Angels fundraising art sale kicks off strong

Community members turned out in droves for the All Angels by the Sea "New to You art" sale on the first day.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
January 26, 2025

Jazzercise studio opens in Lakewood Ranch

Former "gym rat' brings her passion to the Lakewood Ranch enterprise.

East County
Business

By Marty Fugate |
January 30, 2025

Local restaurants dish up an assortment of international cuisine

Skip the hassle of airports and long flights. A culinary odyssey awaits in our area’s islands in the sun.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Susan Burns |
August 22, 2024

Local dragon boat teams dig in for their next competition in waters overseas

Nathan Benderson Park's dragon boat program has become one of the largest and most competitive in the U.S. In September, its athletes are headed to the world competition in Italy.

East County
Sports

By Eric Snider |
January 30, 2025

Take a trip back to Longboat Key's humble beginnings

From pirates to luxury resorts, discover the fascinating facts behind Longboat Key's unique history as it approaches its 70th anniversary.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Adam Hughes |
February 26, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for Feb. 10-14 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A Bird Key home on Robin Drive tops the week’s sales at $5.5 million.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 31, 2025

Cold-stunned turtles receive specialized care at Mote Marine

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium’s recently reopened rehabilitation facility took in the cold-stunned juvenile turtles for care from the east coast of Florida.

Longboat Key
News

By Adam Hughes |
March 27, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for March 10-14 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

A Siesta Key home on Robert Sanderling Road tops the week's sales at $8.5 million.

Sarasota
Real Estate

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 17, 2024

The Family Church at Christian Retreat welcomes all denominations

The retreat was founded in 1968 and sits on 110 acres overlooking the Manatee River.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
February 10, 2025

Buchanan’s office delivers valentines to veterans serving Longboat Key

Handmade Valentine’s Day cards made by local students put a smile on the faces of veterans serving the Longboat Key community.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
January 22, 2025

Beloved card game helps bridge social gaps

The popularity of bridge clubs on Longboat Key has soared, nearly topping out capacity at The Paradise Center in recent weeks.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
July 10, 2024

City development standards manual receives first update in 22 years

Design and development standard have evolved, but the city of Sarasota's manual hasn't been updated since 2002.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
June 21, 2024

Town staff tasked with increasing awareness about bicycle regulations

Longboat Key town commissioners agree current signage about bike rules and speed limits may be ineffective and that more outreach is necessary around e-bikes.