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By Observer Staff |
June 28, 2024

Fourth of July 2024 events in Sarasota, Longboat Key and Lakewood Ranch

From races to the classic fireworks, check out these events to help you celebrate Independence Day right.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Observer Staff |
July 25, 2023

Suncoast Waterkeeper buys a patrol boat

The patrol boat will be christened July 29 during a celebration at Sarasota Sailing Squadron.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
March 13, 2013

Simondses make new Outback friend

Longboat Key residents Warren and Kathleen Simonds just returned from a land down under.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
November 15, 2023

Man accuses hair stylist of having an affair with his wife

Both customers of a salon, a man confronted a hairdresser over a late-evening phone call to his wife. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Mark Gordon |
November 18, 2023

Sarasota deli that shuttered two days after its debut reopens

The Original Wolfie’s & Rascal in the Rosemary District, a New York-style and Jewish deli that opened to big fanfare Nov. 2 only to temporarily close two days later, has reopened.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Carter Weinhofer |
June 4, 2024

Jewfish Key property owners retract de-annexation petition before public hearing

The Jewfish Key Preservation Association’s petition retraction canceled the hearing set for June 3, in which town commissioners would have accepted or denied the de-annexation.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
November 28, 2023

Debbie Murphy resigns from Longboat Town Commission

Debbie Murphy, who began her commission term in March, said new state requirements were too "intrusive."

Longboat Key
News

By David Conway |
June 5, 2017

City initiates form-based code changes

The city must make changes to its planning documents to allow for the eventual implementation of a new zoning code, but adaptation is still a ways off.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
June 12, 2024

Local politicians switch seats in search of a winning election spot

Candidates in Manatee County attempt to find their right election fit.

East County
News

By Brynn Mechem |
June 25, 2020

Siesta Promenade appeal heard in 2nd District Court of Appeal

The plaintiff's attorney argued that Sarasota County commissioners did not follow the proper procedure when approving the project.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
October 10, 2022

Town Commission meeting to include Hurricane Ian report, smoking ban

Town Commissioners will hear from Town Manager Tom Harmer about the town's response to Hurricane Ian and efforts moving forward.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
March 19, 2024

Community speaks up on Longboat Pass Bridge alternatives

The Longboat Pass Bridge project is still a ways out from construction, but public input will drive the next step in selecting an option.

Longboat Key
News

By Jay Heater |
April 24, 2024

East Manatee Fire Rescue presents top awards

Longtime friends and co-workers Josh Dillard and Jason Morrow were honored for their service.

East County
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
August 2, 2023

Sarasota writer chronicles 100 years at the Kennedy family’s summer home

Kate Storey's book, "White House By the Sea" became an instant New York Times bestseller when it was published in June.

Arts + Culture

By Carter Weinhofer |
October 31, 2023

FDOT keeps Longboat Key in mind with new five-year work plan

The Florida Department of Transportation's tentative plan includes three major infrastructure projects for Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
News

By David Conway |
January 19, 2017

Neighborhood input shapes form-based code

The authors of a new citywide zoning code are attempting to tailor the regulations based on feedback from residents — which means a final product is still a long way away.