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By Carter Weinhofer |
July 24, 2024

Longboat PD chief attributes increased calls to full staff and training

After recent staff departures, the department needs three more full-time officers to return to full strength.

Longboat Key
News

By Ryan Kohn |
September 20, 2019

Binge Blog: More human than human

A sci-fi thriller and a black-and-white romance await you.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

By Observer Staff |
July 19, 2024

Sarasota County School Board District 3: Gregory Wood

Meet the candidate.

Elections

By Liz Ramos |
May 1, 2024

Lakewood Ranch Cub Scouts prepare for annual Pinewood Derby

The top three winners from six dens will participate in the Manatee District Pinewood Derby.

East County
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
October 10, 2022

Sarasota Cops Corner: 'Get gas here often?'

Police reports from around Sarasota

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Jim DeLa |
May 14, 2024

Hob Nob Drive In, a Sarasota landmark, rumored to be closing

The drive-in restaurant on U.S. 301 has been a staple of the city since 1957.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Ian Swaby |
August 14, 2023

Nashville police visit Sarasota school to discuss active shooter responses

Commander Scott Byrd and Captain Steven Bowers visited Sarasota School of Arts & Sciences to discuss how to utilize the Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events system.

Sarasota
Schools

By Ian Swaby |
January 3, 2024

Sarasota nonprofits serving people with disabilities harness virtual reality

Rise Up Cafe and Easterseals Southwest Florida have partnered with the local tech company Virtical.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
August 5, 2024

Manatee County to preserve key Myakka property

The 105 acres will open to the public in about a year as the Triple Oak Preserve.

East County
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
July 3, 2024

Broadway Roundabout project paused for soaring costs

After the price increased by over $3 million with a new design prompted by FDOT, the Longboat Key Town Commission asked staff to revisit alternatives.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 1, 2024

APRIL FOOL: FPL calls quits on undergrounding, will begin overgrounding utilities

After the undergrounding utility project faced one too many hiccups, Florida Power & Light decided to revert to overhead utilities.

April Fools

By Ian Swaby |
February 2, 2023

No limits on speculative homes for Manatee County builders

Builders can now have completed homes in stock to serve the area’s growth.

East County
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
December 6, 2023

New flood maps could discount Longboat homeowners insurance

With the adoption of Sarasota County’s new flood maps, the town of Longboat Key is considering new ordinances to improve its flood management and earn discounts for homeowners on their flood insurance premiums.

Longboat Key
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
June 5, 2024

Five Sarasota arts events you won't want to miss this summer

All performances are affordable and take place in air-conditioned venues.

Arts + Culture

By Ryan Kohn |
April 4, 2024

Riverview High softball wins with a smile

The Rams are 12-3 thanks to commanding pitching, timely hitting and a lot of joy.

Sarasota
Sports

By Lesley Dwyer |
October 31, 2022

Scuba divers carve pumpkins in Mote shark tank

Two volunteer scuba divers carved pumpkins instead of cleaning the tank on Halloween.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 9, 2024

Seawall projects to enhance shoreline of Longboat's Bayfront Park

Contingent on federal funding, the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program plans projects to improve oyster habitat, reduce erosion and bolster storm protection.