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By Observer Staff |
August 20, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Aug. 22-28

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Carter Weinhofer |
May 1, 2024

First sea turtle nest of 2024 recorded in Sarasota County

The sea turtle nesting season officially begins May 1, which also marks the start to Longboat Key's sea turtle ordinances.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
September 2, 2024

New boat lift for LBK Police will help with response time, increase patrol hours

The department now has three boat lifts on the island, which will help the officers be more efficient on the water, according to Chief of Police George Turner.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
September 16, 2024

Siesta Pokè brings its specialty to Siesta Key

The restaurant, opened Aug. 30, differentiates itself with a range of house-made sauces.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Ian Swaby |
July 22, 2024

Explorers of the Galaxy summer camp teaches drama and life skills

The Drama Kids theater program recently moved into a permanent space featuring a black box theater, on Interstate Boulevard.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
January 9, 2025

Scooter of the Beach reflects on over 30 years as a lifeguard

Scot Ruberg, also known as Scooter of the Beach, has become Siesta Key's most celebrated lifeguard.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
February 13, 2025

Allegiant embarks on seven new routes from SRQ this week

Allegiant Air adds seven new routes from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airports following the airline's opening of five new gates in Concourse A.

Sarasota
News

By Beth Luberecki |
March 17, 2025

Nonprofit land conservation group spreads word of name change

Big Waters Land Trust underwent a rebranding to better align its mission with its identity.

Sarasota
News

By Emma Burke |
November 2, 2024

These Sarasota and Siesta Key coffee shops define cool beans

Whether you're stressed, blessed or just coffee-obsessed, here's where to find a good cup of joe.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Carter Weinhofer |
September 10, 2023

Beer Can Island accessible again via Canal 1A

First shorebirds and sea turtles caused delays, then an abandoned power line slowed work down.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 10, 2024

Seawalls can now be up to 6 feet tall on Longboat Key

The change raises the maximum allowable height from 4.5 feet to 6 feet and aligns with the town's long-term sea-level rise and resilience plan.

Longboat Key
News

By Leonhard Korowajczuk |
December 5, 2023

Financial incentives make solar a smart choice

A Longboat Key resident highlights tax exemptions and credits for installing solar panels.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
April 10, 2024

Men told to stop 'jumpscaring' downtown pedestrians

Leaping from the shadows in the darkness of night, two men tell police they were only frightening passersby for fun. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Letter to the Editor |
July 26, 2024

Stop the roundabout madness

A Longboat resident writes that a roundabout isn't needed on the north end of the Key.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Vinnie Portell |
February 25, 2025

Soccer players sacrifice high school experiences to chase dreams

Lakewood Ranch's Charlie Hosier and Drew Pintacuda gave up the typical high school life for MLS Next.

East County
Sports

By Ian Swaby |
July 5, 2024

Bayfront Fireworks Spectacular sets sky alight

The annual tradition once again brought a dazzling July 4 show to Sarasota's Bayfront Park.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
March 18, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 20-26

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Dana Kampa |
March 18, 2025

After 30-plus years of managing Beachplace, head staffer bids farewell

Family and friends commended Maintenance Manager Bob Kolesa for his three decades of hard work keeping things running smoothly at the condominium complex.