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By Observer Staff |
March 31, 2026

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for April 2-8

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Eric Garwood |
April 3, 2026

All-star field set for Senior PGA Championship

Twenty-one major winners are part of the 135-golfer lineup heading to Lakewood Ranch's The Concession.

East County
Sports

By Dana Kampa |
April 13, 2026

Seasoned sailors take advantage of smooth seas at Sarasota Bay Cup Regatta

Teams raced under sunny skies and light winds as they vied for the top spot in Bird Key Yacht Club's 2026 sailing competition.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By S.T. Cardinal |
April 7, 2026

Frustrated driver brandishes bat in Longboat Key

A construction crew caused a backup in Longboat and a frustrated driver got out of the car with a baseball bat. This and other Longboat Key police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Mark Gordon |
March 25, 2026

Saks changes its mind: UTC store will remain open

The parent company, going through bankruptcy, says it has renegotiated its lease terms at The Mall at University Town Center in Sarasota.

Sarasota
Business

By S.T. Cardinal |
March 24, 2026

Panel discusses the thorny problem of affordable housing

Although there are developments that provide affordable housing in the area, the need is not nearly met.

Longboat Key
News

By Eric Garwood |
March 18, 2026

Sarasota, Manatee real estate market a mixed bag

Prices are up but not everywhere.

Sarasota
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 29, 2026

River Strand couple hosts fundraiser for nonprofit Foar the Brave

Two veterans and two civilians are preparing to row 2,800 miles across the Pacific Ocean in June.

East County
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
April 25, 2026

Longboat library seeks book donations

Drop off your past reads and find new ones at the community library.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
April 28, 2026

Sarasota Paradise learn some professional lessons

The Lakewood Ranch-based soccer club has struggled early with its move to USL League One.

East County
Sports

By Madison Bierl |
April 18, 2026

Braden River High School presents 'Godspell'

With a cast and crew of 22 students, theater and dance director Tabetha Walter directed her first show at Braden River High School.

East County
Schools

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
April 8, 2026

Sarasota Opera fetes Opera House on its centennial

The Opera plans an epic celebration for the Med-Rev masterpiece's 100th anniversary.

Arts + Culture

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 22, 2026

Snowbirds and mallards fight over pool in The Meadows

The homeowners association at Springlake in The Meadows went to great lengths to evict the ducks.

East County
News

By Jay Heater |
March 25, 2026

LECOM Suncoast Classic generates more than $1 million for students and charities

LECOM's Student Scholarship Fund has benefited by more than $700,000 for its Lakewood Ranch campus students.

East County
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
March 26, 2026

2026 arts summer camps in Sarasota, Manatee

Check out the arts camps available in Sarasota and Manatee counties this summer.

Summer Fun Guide

In Memoriam |
March 31, 2026

Geordie Rauch

George Washington Rauch IV, known to everyone as Geordie, passed away unexpectedly on March 4, 2026, in Sarasota, Florida, after suffering a sudden cardiac event. He was 45 years old.