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A backhoe pulls a large tree apart May 29 inside a fenced-off section of the Uplands Preserve, owned by New College of Florida. The college is clearing the area to make way for beach volleyball courts and a lacrosse practice field.
  • By Jim DeLa |
  • May 30, 2024
New College's tree removal from Uplands stuns neighbors

The city of Sarasota can't enforce tree ordinance on state property, officials say.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Observer recommends: Manatee
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 24, 2024
Observer recommends: Manatee

Recommendations for the Manatee County Commission, School Board, Supervisor of Elections and Property Appraiser races.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The city of Sarasota is offering residents of St. Armands, Lido Key and Bird Key parking permits to use the St. Armands Garage during October.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 2, 2024
Lido, Bird Key residents can use St. Armands parking garage this month

The permits, which will cost $100, are for residents only.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Currently, only CDD1 has rules for ponds, lakes and fishing. This sign is posted along Hidden River Trail.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 1, 2024
Lakewood Ranch CDDs seek uniform regulation of lakes

Currently, only CDD1 has rules to regulate the ponds and lakes within its district.

  • East County
  • News
Chris Carter, Emily Condensa, Micah Carter, Justina Carter and Gabriella Loccisano
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • June 29, 2024
Longboaters get taste of what Whitney Plaza has to offer

Whitney Plaza businesses hosted Summer Night Out to give residents a chance to support small businesses and meet new people on the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
New swan cygnets hatched on Longboat Key in May 2024.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • August 28, 2024
LBK swan keeper seeks to create community to keep their legacy alive

After 17 years of being the swan keeper of Longboat Key, David Novak hopes to pass his knowledge and passion to a new caretaker on the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Affordable Wildlife set up a trip next to the drainage pipe the bobcat was spotted coming out of.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • August 22, 2024
Seaplace Condominium works to capture Longboat Key bobcat

After dealing with a rabbit overpopulation, a Seaplace employee spotted a bobcat and took action to catch it.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 21, 2024
2024 education summer camps in Sarasota, Manatee

Check out the education camps available in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Summer Fun Guide
“Soul Crooners: Solid Gold Edition” runs through Nov. 17 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • September 4, 2024
Sarasota arts groups take their shows on the road

Sarasota Ballet, Choral Artists, the Circus Arts Conservatory and Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe strutted their stuff out of town in the off season.

  • Arts + Culture
Debra Woithe says there is a big sense of urgency in buying land for conservation in Manatee County.
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • August 22, 2024
Manatee County's land conservation program races to protect special spaces

The push-and-pull of land for conservation versus land for development shines brightly in east Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
An oak snag in the front yard of Susan and John Darovec of Braden Woods is beneficial to wildlife, such as this red-bellied woodpecker.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 17, 2024
Dead trees bring the show to life in Braden Woods

Snags prove to be an important source of food and shelter for area wildlife, such as woodpeckers.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Co-chairs Aimee Chouinard and Terry McKee
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 26, 2024
Neuro Challenge’s annual gala serves up kaleidoscope of experience

Just like the services Neuro Challenge provides for those with Parkinson’s disease, the Cause 4 Hope gala created unique experiences featuring the arts, storytelling and philanthropy.

  • Black Tie
The Out-of-Door Academy sophomore Kevin Gyurka and junior Collin Dillingham prep for the state meet at a May 11 practice. Both runners have the chance to set school records at the meet, Gyurka in the 3,200-meter run and Dillingham in the 800-meter run.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 13, 2024
ODA boys track and field athletes eye more school records

The Out-of-Door Academy has set three school records in 2024 and is hoping to set three more at the state meet.

  • East County
  • Sports
In the summer of 2021, the Volt Power Co. workers removed several light poles in the Country Club Shores neighborhood.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • September 11, 2024
Longboat’s underground utilities project nears completion

The nearly 10-year process required two town referendums, complicated construction and collaboration.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A rendering of the planned new Bird Key Yacht Club building.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 7, 2024
Bird Key Yacht Club looks toward future with new club building

The club's new $20 million building will be hurricane-resilient and compliant with federal regulations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Former Cardinal Mooney High volleyball player Skye Ekes transferred to Mercer University after three seasons at Florida State University.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • September 5, 2024
Sarasota's nonfootball alums get their due

Watch for these area athletes on the national college sports scene.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Zoning: Killer of creativity
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • May 15, 2024
Zoning: Killer of creativity

Truth is, zoning has created a disaster in the U.S. — unaffordable housing and high-rise columbariums.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Tom and Diane Carter say the county has told them they will no longer be taking part of their Creekwood backyard to build a roundabout.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 24, 2024
Creekwood roundabout hits road block in Manatee County

The $6.9 million project is headed toward a deferred list due to lack of funds.

  • East County
  • News
A lot near Jungle Queen Way has been used as a collection site for the town's debris contractors.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 29, 2024
Town makes progress in debris cleanup after hurricanes Helene, Milton

Here's what to know about the latest status of debris cleanup on Longboat Key and the complications of the town's different types of roads.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Progress continues on new schools in Lakewood Ranch
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 1, 2024
Progress continues on new schools in Lakewood Ranch

A high school is expected to open in August 2027, and a K-8 school is expected in August 2025.

  • East County
  • Schools
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