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By Matt Walsh |
February 27, 2025

How $115 billion is spent

We are fortunate our lawmakers are not like New York’s. Even so, we should know how lawmakers spend our money.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
April 1, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for April 3-9

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Ian Swaby |
April 17, 2025

Oak Park School cuts the ribbon on new athletic track

The school for students with disabilities received the track through a partnership between the school district and Sarasota County.

Sarasota
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
March 26, 2025

Sarasota crime rate drops 40% in two years

Police Chief Rex Troche attributes the downward trend in overall crime — a reduction of 22.2% in 2024, not including the homicides — to continued advancements in using technology.

Sarasota
News

By Marty Fugate |
February 26, 2025

Asolo Rep revives a lost world for 'Anna in the Tropics'

Through historical research and a field trip to Ybor City, Asolo Repertory Theatre brings a 1920s-era cigar factory to life.

Arts + Culture

By Dylan Campbell |
November 18, 2024

Building high school football programs brick by brick

The Lakewood Ranch and Braden River high school football coaches reflect on the 2024 season.

East County
Sports

By Madison Bierl |
May 14, 2025

Willis Elementary fifth grader wins contest with essay on grandma

Mark Eubanks won the Florida Retired Educators Association contest for Manatee County with his essay "Chess with my grandma."

East County
Schools

By Ryan Kohn |
July 16, 2024

Braden River Soccer Club will earn national exposure at Denver tournament

The U16 boys soccer team won the Florida State Cup in May to qualify for the US Club National Cup.

East County
Sports

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 12, 2025

Vice Mayor Mike Haycock reflects on nine years of service to Longboat Key

Haycock reaches his term limit for commission but hopes to continue giving back to the community after some world travel.

Longboat Key
News

By Jay Heater |
April 1, 2025

APRIL FOOL: County takes direction toward corrections

The corrections department will take over most of the Lakewood Ranch Library's second floor.

April Fools

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
March 31, 2025

On the trail of things that go bump in the night at The Ringling

"Conjuring the Spirit World" explores efforts to contact denizens of unseen realms.

Arts + Culture

By Eric Snider |
May 15, 2025

MN5 aims to change the world by empowering the women in it

After facing and overcoming a harrowing medical experience, a Lakewood Ranch resident leads a group of women on a mission to help other women live their best lives.

East County
Neighbors

By Robert Plunket |
May 15, 2025

A spectacular home in The Lake Club defines the ultimate in Florida living

After 36 years in the industry, Derek and Kelly Nelson designed a Lake Club home that brings together everything they learned about beauty, function and Florida living.

East County
Neighbors

By Emma Burke |
February 9, 2025

A feast for the heart: Where to dine on Valentine’s Day

From buzzing bistros to a do-it-yourself dining activity, here are some of the perfect spots around Sarasota to celebrate romance.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 11, 2025

Longboat Key voters cast their ballots for March 2025 election

The first contested commission ballot since 2018, plus three other ballot measures, drew a small but steady crowd at the island’s two polling locations.