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By Observer Staff |
March 31, 2026

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for April 2-8

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 2, 2026

Lakewood Ranch church wraps up $7.7 million expansion

Cornerstone Church of Lakewood Ranch now worships in an artful 10,000-square-foot sanctuary.

East County
News

By Jay Heater |
March 18, 2026

Books for Kids' passion runs cover to cover

Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch's reading program spells out success.

East County
Opinion

By S.T. Cardinal |
March 25, 2026

Annual report highlights a year defined by rebuilding

The town of Longboat Key issued 2,183 permits for storm damage repairs in the 2025 fiscal year, according to its 2025 annual report.

Longboat Key
News

By Dana Kampa |
March 3, 2026

Art and Found Day to return, surprising finders with gifts

The Sarasota Pen Women-led outreach brings surprise, free artwork to Longboat Key, Sarasota, Venice and beyond.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
March 21, 2026

Divas and Dogs brings together fashion and animal lovers

Divas and Dogs is in its 16th year raising funds for The Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
March 23, 2026

Tunes of the highlands come to Longboat Key

All Angels welcomes harp player Tasha Robinson for St. Patrick's Day celebration.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
March 18, 2026

Chad Day Memorial Fishing Tournament prepares for final fundraiser

The tournament has raised $108,000 for the Tidewell Foundation and the goal is to reach $150,000 with one last tournament.

East County
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
March 6, 2026

St. Armands residents hone long-term, community-based vision

The annual dinner recognized residents Mike Adkinson and Mary Lynn Cheatham for their contributions to the St. Armands community.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
March 17, 2026

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Alex Bates

The reigning state runner-up in FHSAA Class 4A for pole vault placed first at the Ram Invitational.

Sarasota
Sports

By Lesley Dwyer |
February 20, 2026

Manatee County extends burn ban as drought worsens

East Manatee Fire Rescue is urging residents to abide by the burn ban to protect their neighbors.

East County
News

By Adam Hughes |
April 2, 2026

Top residential real estate sales for March 16-20 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

An Indian Beach home on Bay Shore Road tops the week’s sales at $9.5 million.

Sarasota
Real Estate

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

By Dana Kampa |
February 13, 2026

Go for the Cure kickoff sees record attendance

Through an afternoon of canasta and mahjong, Longboat Key Club members raised funds for Breast Health Sarasota Inc.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 31, 2026

Manatee County names Myakka preserve after late commissioner Carol Felts

The Carol Ann Billberry Felts Preserve at David J. Crane Park Dedication and Public Memorial Service will be held April 18 at Crane Park in Myakka City.

East County
News

By Jack Nelson |
March 11, 2026

Another season ends in state semifinals for Booker girls basketball

The Tornadoes again knocked on the door of a state championship berth but, like in years past, ultimately fell short.

Sarasota
Sports

By S.T. Cardinal |
February 23, 2026

Longboat leaders receive updates on property tax reform

Lobbyists updated the Longboat Key Town Commission on potential property tax reform in Tallahassee and appropriations in Washington.

Longboat Key
News

By Madison Bierl |
March 31, 2026

LRHS junior named president for Florida's Future Business Leaders of America

Gabriella Martinez Reyes will lead 11,000 members of Florida Future Business Leaders of America.

East County
Schools

By Observer Staff |
March 17, 2026

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 19-25

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Jack Nelson |
March 18, 2026

Learning to love transformed Sarasota boys basketball

As corny as it sounds, a culture of care lifted the Sailors to historic heights.

Sarasota
Sports

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