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By Lesley Dwyer |
March 18, 2026

Lakewood Ranch resident enters competitive District 6 election

John Calovich will have to win the primary first because there are four other Republicans in the race.

East County
News

By Ian Swaby |
March 5, 2026

Test your knowledge of native plants

These are some of the plants adapted to Florida's soil conditions and environment.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
March 4, 2026

Top nature photos from around Sarasota, Longboat Key, East County in 2026-27

Readers from across the region submit their photos to the Observer's 2026-27 Weather and Nature Photo Contest.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
February 18, 2026

What to know about local prep softball as season begins

The Sarasota area's five teams are back in action this week.

Sarasota
Sports

By Lesley Dwyer |
February 10, 2026

Garbage collection a hot topic at town hall meeting in Lakewood Ranch

One constituent requested new residents be tested for their skills in negotiating roundabouts.

East County
News

By Jay Heater |
February 4, 2026

Building safer roads for cyclists worth a discussion in Manatee County

The death of a Village Idiots Cycling Club member leaves the community in shock.

East County
Opinion

By Jack Nelson |
February 23, 2026

Lakewood Ranch girls soccer falls short of state final

Facing the nation's No. 5-ranked team, the Mustangs were shut out for the first time all season.

East County
Sports

By Devaney Iglesias, Manager of External Affairs for West-Central Florida, Florida Power & Light Company |
March 19, 2026

Why year-round volunteer support matters for southwest Florida’s nonprofits

According to the Florida Nonprofit Alliance, about 40% of nonprofit organizations say they need more volunteers to meet current demand.

Sarasota
Neighbors

University Park's Art in the Park to showcase 50 local artists

The annual event enters its 26th year and gives professional and amateur artists a chance to showcase their work.

East County
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
March 18, 2026

A green day on Lakewood Main Street to celebrate St. Patrick's Day

Community members gathered to celebrate St. Patricks Day with music, beer, costumes and more on March 17.

East County
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
February 26, 2026

Star guard returns from injury to steer the Sailors

Johnny Lackaff is back at the helm for Sarasota High boys basketball after a nine-game absence.

Sarasota
Sports

By Ian Swaby |
March 4, 2026

Dog from Satchel's Last Resort in training to search out sea turtle nests

Magpie will be one of only three dogs in the country trained to search out sea turtle nests for conservation purposes, according to Satchel's Last Resort.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Mark Gordon |
March 7, 2026

Bankrupt Saks Fifth Avenue to close Sarasota-UTC store

A Saks has been in the Sarasota-Manatee market for at least three decades.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
December 18, 2025

In new year, Sarasota parents may have 3 days to excuse absence

The Sarasota County Schools Board will gather public comment Jan. 20 on a new policy that will make the window to excuse an absence consistent across schools.