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By Jim DeLa |
September 25, 2024

Siesta Key beachgoers, merchants taking Helene in stride

As shops were preparing for storm surge, tourists were unfazed.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
September 3, 2024

Police called to investigate suspicious washing machine noise

A condominium employee reported hearing a washing machine turn on in a unit that was supposed to be unoccupied. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 31, 2024

Getting started with the Breeze OnDemand smartphone app

Here’s everything you need to know to use Sarasota County's ride-share service now available for all of Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
August 1, 2024

Mast, Coe square off for District 1 County Commission seat

The Aug. 20 primary election between the two GOP candidates appears likely to decide the race.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 9, 2024

Manatee County offers insight into dam operations

With questions lingering since Hurricane Debby, Manatee County gave the media a tour of the dam's spillways.

East County
News

By Marty Fugate |
November 20, 2024

Asolo Repertory Theatre weaves a 'Beautiful' tapestry

Asolo Rep tells the musical story of Carole King's life with more than song.

Arts + Culture

By Ian Swaby |
October 12, 2024

Longboaters find optimistic situation as they return home

Structures on the island remained intact, while the significant flooding of Hurricane Helene did not reoccur.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
December 3, 2024

Pavilion construction progresses at Greenbrook Adventure Park

The roof of the Lakewood Ranch park pavilion should be in place in January.

East County
News

By Andrew Warfield |
May 27, 2023

Fee hike proposed on downtown restaurants with sidewalk seating

The Downtown Improvement District board asks the city to add a fee of $3 per square foot for additional sidewalk cleaning.

Sarasota
News

By Vinnie Portell |
January 1, 2025

McNeal Elementary teacher named a finalist for Educator of the Year

Through her 18 years of teaching, Stacy Freeman's work goes beyond the classroom

East County
Schools

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 8, 2025

Garden Club teaches best practices for post-storm landscape restoration

The Longboat Key Garden Club brought local coastal experts to inform residents about the importance of Florida-friendly vegetation when restoring landscaping after the hurricanes.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
June 12, 2024

So how much rain did Sarasota get Tuesday?

The Arlington Park neighborhood in Sarasota received more than 8 inches of rain in 24 hours.

Sarasota
News

In Memoriam |
December 4, 2024

Samuel Anderson “Andy” Reasoner

Samuel Anderson “Andy” Reasoner, 69, of Bradenton, FL passed away quietly on Wednesday, November 27 in hospice care at Sarasota Memorial Hospital after a short hospital stay.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Marty Fugate |
November 21, 2024

Lakewood Ranch is full of places focused on catering to canines

From gourmet treats to holistic care, explore the best local resources for your canine companions.

East County
Business

By Andrew Warfield |
November 6, 2024

Speed cameras coming to six school zones

The Sarasota City Commission approved contract with vendor RedSpeed to install detections devices that can result in $100 fines.

Sarasota
News

By Jay Heater |
November 28, 2024

A slice of turkey and a side of love at the Florida Turkey Trot in Sarasota

The beloved event drew 3,693 entries for the 5K and hundreds more for the kids races at Nathan Benderson Park.

East County
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
July 17, 2024

More roundabouts planned for Lakewood Ranch

Manatee County is working with Lakewood Ranch developers on a series of roundabouts from University Parkway to State Road 64.

East County
News

By Andrew Warfield |
April 27, 2024

Task force formed to address Sarasota's boat dock dilemma

A task force will recommend a solution to the long-standing dilemma of commercial charter boat operators illegally using Sarasota County boat launches and docks to operate fishing and sight-seeing tours.