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By Beth Luberecki |
May 16, 2024

Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club's new owners come with a fresh vision

Virginia golf course company Heritage Golf Group believes it picked up a trophy asset in buying the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club. Significant enhancements and improvements are on the docket.

East County
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
February 24, 2025

Longboat art festival patrons enjoy relaxed atmosphere

The art festival specific to the Key marked its fourth year this weekend with a two-day extravaganza.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Adrian Moore |
January 15, 2025

Florida shines fiscally

Measured against all states, Florida’s total liabilities per capita are among the lowest, thanks to Gov. DeSantis and the Legislature paying down debt. But local governments’ debt is another story.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
July 24, 2024

Loud argument over commitment issues causes hotel disturbance

After five years, she wants him to put a ring on it, leading to shouting at a downtown hotel. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Jay Heater |
August 7, 2024

Ray Turner says District 5 will get a long-term plan and transparency from him

The Manatee commissioner, who is running for reelection, stresses the county must "get ahead of the growth."

East County
News

By Adam Hughes |
February 5, 2025

Top residential real estate sales for Jan. 20-24 in Longboat Key, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

Bird Key homes on Meadow Lark Drive and South Owl Drive top the week's sales at $3.55 million.

Longboat Key
Real Estate

By Letters to the Editor |
February 28, 2025

There's more to the osprey on Longboat

Comments on Longboat's resident osprey, freedom of speech and red tide cleanup in letters to the editor.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Dana Kampa |
February 10, 2025

Relaxed restaurant throws open doors to families, furry friends and all visitors

An idea, entrepreneurial spirit and years of industry experience lead Courtney Rossler and Kevin Pass to officially open Lo' Key Restaurant.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
April 8, 2024

Downtown condo tower returns with modifications and a new name

Now branded 1260 North Palm Avenue Residences, the 18-story tower proposal shaved a little off the top and made progress toward street-level requirements.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 20, 2024

Mixed reviews for proposed dining, entertainment spot in Lakewood Ranch

A revised application for Backyard Social will be reviewed by the Sarasota Planning Commission on Oct. 3.

East County
News

By Ryan Kohn |
September 4, 2024

Sarasota football Amped after first 2024 win

Head Coach Anthony "Amp" Campbell has the Sailors playing physical football.

Sarasota
Sports

By Petra Rivera |
January 9, 2024

Observer Challenge to bring weekend of island camaraderie

Longboat Key Tennis Center will host the annual tournament that's all about teamwork Jan. 19-21.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 11, 2025

Steve Branham wins race for Longboat Key at-large commission seat

Branham will take over the at-large seat currently held by Mike Haycock. The town's subaqueous loan referendum and two charter amendments passed, as well.

Longboat Key
News

By Petra Rivera |
November 20, 2024

Where to get Thanksgiving dinner on Longboat Key

Restaurants gear up to serve holiday favorites on Thanksgiving Day as snowbirds arrive back on the island.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
October 8, 2024

Siesta businesses prepare for Hurricane Milton as they recover from Helene

Just two weeks after the previous devastating storm surge, business owners braced for a hurricane impact once again.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Petra Rivera |
October 29, 2024

Consultants provides free advice to small businesses from the barrier islands

The Florida Small Business Development Center guided local businesses from Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island and St. Armands Circle through disaster loan applications.