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Readers responded to Jay Heater's column, asking if they enjoy the April Fools' edition. Were you fooled by the story about speed bumps on White Eagle Boulevard?
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 8, 2026
East County Observer readers have last word on April Fools

Most of the readers who responded love the April Fools tradition.

  • East County
  • Opinion
These dishes have delighted Sarasota-area barrier islands for decades.
  • By Su Byron |
  • April 2, 2026
These one-of-a-kind dishes are signatures of the keys

The plates locals return for, visitors remember and kitchens have perfected for decades.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Deputies shoot and wound armed man
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 3, 2026
Deputies shoot and wound armed man

Sarasota County Sheriff's Office said the man disregarded an order to drop his weapon and pointed it instead.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A rendering of Artscape, an affordable housing artist community planned for the 2300 block of North Tamiami Trail.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 10, 2026
Affordable housing project takes center stage for the arts community

One Stop Housing and the Arts & Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County are teaming up on Artscape, an affordable housing development for members of the arts community.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Longboat Key Police Officer Dallas Troyer will soon perform marine patrols on a Sea-Doo GTX 170, the newest piece of LKPD equipment secured through West Coast Inland Navigation District grant funds.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • February 18, 2026
Police department utilizes grants to expand equipment and capabilities

West Coast Inland Navigation District grant funds have been acquired and spent by the police department, adding a personal watercraft and emergency response trailer to the department's equipment portfolio.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The co-chairs are Darci Jacob (ninth year), Vickie Smith (fourth year) and Carolyn Castro (first year).
  • By Janet Combs |
  • March 28, 2026
SPARCC Runway 2026 reassembles a kaleidoscope of lives and fashion

The fashion show and luncheon is an annual tradition for supporters of the Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center.

  • Black Tie
Ben Turoff helps bring big-name acts to the performing arts center at the Glenridge On Palmer Ranch retirement community.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • January 26, 2026
A son of the theater helps a venue come into its own

Ben Turoff has put the Glenridge Performing Arts Center on the map.

  • Arts + Culture
Austin Venhaus and Aaron Rutsky
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 11, 2026
Walls go up as Sarasota's first climbing gym nears opening

Formerly known as Project 24 Climbing, Hexrock Climbing is set to open at the beginning of April.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
“I felt genuinely cared for during all phases of pregnancy, delivery and
postpartum.” Aubrey Robertson, Maternity Patient
  • By Lakewood Ranch Medical Center |
  • April 9, 2026
Women’s Center “Felt Like Home” for Maternity Patient

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center became a second home during one woman's pregnancy.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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Perfectly in sync, Ski-A-Rees skiers Natalie Brannon, Debbie Brannon, Ella Walker and Steph Ouellette skim across Sarasota Bay, blending athleticism and grace.
  • By Eric Snider |
  • February 5, 2026
From flips to ballet, Ski-A-Rees have done it all on the water since 1957

For nearly 70 years, Sarasota's iconic Ski-A-Rees has blended athleticism, showmanship and community spirit in a tradition that draws hundreds to their beloved Sunday performances.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Ellenton's Rennee Lux, who will serve as the director for KLA Schools of Lakewood Ranch, is eager to welcome children and families into the new space.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • March 25, 2026
KLA Schools prepares to open new early learning center in Lakewood Ranch

Currently in construction, KLA Schools of Lakewood Ranch will serve 200 children between the ages of 3 months and 4 years old.

  • East County
  • Schools
Did our Pig-Away story and photo fool you in our April Fools edition?
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 2, 2026
Is the Observer's April Fools edition foolish or just plain fun?

The East County Observer gets plenty of reactions from the 2026 April Fools edition.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Hanami Sushi Cocktails & Grill is at 1525 Fourth St., Suite C, in Sarasota.
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • April 10, 2026
Sushi restaurant opens in Sarasota's Rosemary District

Hanami Sushi Cocktails & Grill will open April 10 on Fourth Street.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
The Longboat Pass drawbridge opens anywhere from 100 to 300 times per month, according to an FDOT engineering study.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • February 25, 2026
FDOT prefers fixed-span design for Longboat Pass Bridge replacement

The 78-foot clearance design sparked controversy when it was first introduced as one of three options two years ago.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 4, 2026
One-hit wonders get a second life at Florida Studio Theatre

FST's cabaret show celebrates the most famous musicians you've never heard of.

  • Arts + Culture
Artist Alissa Silvers created the poster to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Art Center Sarasota.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • March 18, 2026
Arts Center Sarasota turns 100 and brings back its Beaux Arts Ball to celebrate

The gallery and education center has served as a magnet for artists of all ages and abilities for a century.

  • Arts + Culture
This rendering illustrates the plan for three youth baseball fields at Country Club East Park.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 11, 2026
$7.2M youth baseball fields move forward in Lakewood Ranch

Regardless of the Manatee County Commission's decision, Country Club East residents are not finished raising concerns.

  • East County
  • News
Pysanky expert Roksolana Tymiak-Lonchyna shows some examples of the traditional egg decoration patterns.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 7, 2026
This Longboat artist keeps tradition alive with Ukrainian egg decorating

Pysanky expert Roksolana Tymiak-Lonchyna shared her love for the craft and its history at a recent hands-on workshop.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Visitors to St. Armands Circle and other county attractions declined by 10,000 in January 2026 compared to 2025.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 13, 2026
January Sarasota County tourism slips 12.7%

In January 2026, Sarasota County attracted 68,900 visitors, down 10,000 from last year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"La bohème," which runs through March 28 at Sarasota Opera House, is the first of four productions in the Sarasota Opera's 2026 Winter Festival.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • February 18, 2026
For Sarasota Opera, it's a season to remember

The 2026 Winter Opera Festival will be filled with emotion, on and off the stage.

  • Arts + Culture
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