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This Longboat Key estate provides a ready escape to the water.
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • January 30, 2025
Longboat Key estate boasts features that make it a boater's dream come true

Set on two acres overlooking peaceful Bishop’s Bayou, this waterfront masterpiece is both eye-catching and private.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Woman discards suitcase with $22,000 check inside
  • 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
One of the acrylic panels that will allow visitors of the Mote SEA to come face-to-face with sea life.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • February 22, 2024
Sarasota’s landscape of attractions continues to grow — at a price

Cultural organizations in the Sarasota area are pursuing major projects with only so much philanthropy to go around.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mary Bock accepts an award from Mark Spillers, representing the Longboat Harbour Men's Club.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 17, 2025
Longboat Harbour names woman of the year

Mary Bock, a resident of Longboat Harbour Condominiums, received recognition for her work to revitalize facilities and other community contributions.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Unit PH-C condominium at 888 S. Orange Ave. was built in 2007 and has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,511 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 6, 2025
Top residential real estate sales for Feb. 17-21 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

A Hudson Crossing condominium tops the week's sales at $2.5 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
The Lakewood Ranch Library offers more than just books, such as puzzles.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 10, 2024
Observer editor spends a day exploring the Lakewood Ranch Library

The new facility offers opportunities for people of all ages to gather and participate in a variety of activities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Jennifer and Grayson Tullio attend the dedication ceremony for Dream Oaks Camp on Nov. 20.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 25, 2024
Manatee County dedicates 62 acres to Foundation for Dreams

East County nonprofit Foundation for Dreams celebrated its move to a 62-acre property next to Rye Preserve.

  • East County
  • News
Christ Church of Longboat Key plans to repurpose the lot at 6350 Gulf of Mexico Drive to increase parking and part of a beautification project.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 16, 2025
Christ Church moves forward with long-term expansion plan

The church hopes to increase parking and add outdoor space for the organization by repurposing the lot at 6350 Gulf of Mexico Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Braden River Middle School students, custodians and Principal Kimberlain Zenon-Richardson (right) sing the new school song.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 10, 2024
Braden River Middle custodians create school song

The custodians hope the school song can inspire Panthers to believe and achieve.

  • East County
  • Schools
Assistant to the Town Manager and Public Information Officer Susan Phillips accepts an award from H. Joseph Reiser.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 27, 2025
Bay Isles Association recognizes town personnel for hurricane response

At its annual community forum, the Bay Isles Association honored Longboat Key town staff and Bay Isles board members for their efforts during hurricane recovery.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Ken Ludwig's wartime romance "Dear Jack, Dear Louise" runs through Aug. 11 at FST's Keating Theatre.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 2, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for July 4-10

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Though Myakka’s ecosystems adapted to seasonal flooding, increased threats of pollutant runoff from outside the park is concerning.
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • October 30, 2024
Hurricane's fury can benefit wetlands, such as Myakka River State Park

It can play an important role in shaping healthy, albeit dramatically changed, ecosystems.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The entrance to the new Greatest Show on Earth Gallery at The Ringling Museum.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • April 3, 2024
The Ringling Museum to open new Greatest Show on Earth Gallery

Interactive and immersive exhibits cover Feld Entertainment's ownership of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.

  • Arts + Culture
Kevin Morris is deputy director of utilities for Manatee County.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • September 23, 2024
Manatee County Utilities receives another blow amid hurricane season

The utilities department works to fill the gap left after two deputy directors with a combined nearly 23 years of experience tender their resignations.

  • East County
  • News
Dick McLaughlin and Julia Piermont
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • June 14, 2024
Christ Church builds community to become a year-round church

Christ Church of Longboat Key hosted its first monthly lunch to encourage fellowship among congregants.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A-C-T Environmental & Infrastructure could deploy a sprayer from a vessel to spray the red tide fighting chemicals on the ocean surface.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • February 3, 2025
Mote unveils new technology designed to combat red tide blooms

The new methods and deployment strategies required years of research and collaboration from Mote and its partners, marking a milestone in red tide mitigation.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
"Twelve Angry Men: A New Musical" runs at Asolo Repertory Theatre through June 9.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • May 8, 2024
Asolo Rep's 'Twelve Angry Men' adaptation sings a song of freedom

Asolo Repertory Theatre Producing Artistic Director Peter Rothstein directs the inventive production in its Sarasota premiere.

  • Arts + Culture
Barroom break-up borders brawl
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 13, 2024
Barroom break-up borders brawl

A man insults bar and restaurant staff and threatens to throw glassware at employees after woman deals a death blow to their relationship. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • October 2, 2024
Behind the Name of Whitney Beach

Whitney Beach started as a touristy fishing spot and has grown to the perfect place for families and learning about the roots of the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Manasota Flooring |
  • November 25, 2024
For 50 Years This “Family Business” Mission Extends to Employees, Their Families, Other Local Businesses and Non-Profits

Manasota Flooring is one of the largest flooring companies in our area, servicing Palmetto to Venice, Longboat Key to Lakewood Ranch.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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