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A Manatee County Sheriff's Office substation is under construction at Premier Sports Campus North.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 7, 2026
New county facilities headed for Lakewood Ranch area in 2026

Manatee County has multiple projects slated for Lena Road and Premier Sports Campus North.

  • East County
  • News
Preston Bowers volunteers for TOPSoccer, and Chris Collins manages the program.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 18, 2026
Lakewood Ranch nonprofit soccer program is tops

TOPSoccer offers fun and camaraderie to children with intellectual, emotional and physical disabilities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Reveal Vitality |
  • December 25, 2025
Advanced Testing, Functional Medicine, Real Results

At a time when many patients feel rushed, unheard, or stuck with one-size-fits-all treatments, Reveal Vitality & Longevity Institute in downtown Sarasota is charting a different path.

  • Health
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Ryley Hoaglin, 10, looks at birds from the gazebo.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 22, 2026
Sarasota Audubon welcomes the public to its nature center with Fly Wild

The community event, held at the Sarasota Audubon Society, raised awareness of the organization's activities, offering free exhibitions, presentations and tours.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Neal Shipley was all smiles after winning the 2025 LECOM Suncoast Classic at Lakewood National Golf Club.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 11, 2026
Lakewood Ranch golf fans now asked to support two pro golf tournaments

The LECOM Suncoast Classic has long established itself as a fan favorite, but now the Senior PGA Championship will arrive.

  • East County
  • Opinion
The green rectangle on the top is where the homes would be clustered.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • January 21, 2026
80-home project gets thumbs down from the Manatee Planning Commission

Bradenton Estates II is being proposed near the intersection of 18th Avenue East and Morgan Johnson Road.

  • East County
  • News
Logan Pike was crowned the FHSAA Class 2A-District 9 champion Feb. 19 in the 190-pound weight class, marking a major milestone in his injury-riddled career.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • February 24, 2026
Braden River High junior embodies the will to wrestle

The Braden River High junior has endured multiple major injuries, but he just keeps going.

  • East County
  • Sports
Redevelopment of The Bay park will reach a critical juncture for
Founding CEO AG Lafley in 2026.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • January 8, 2026
Will 2026 be another year of 'mights' in Sarasota?

From a new Sarasota city manager (maybe) to an implementation agreement for a new performing arts center (also maybe), 2026 promises to be an eventful year in Sarasota. Maybe.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Lake Manatee Water Treatment Plant can filter 84 million gallons of water per day.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 10, 2026
Manatee County changes plans for water supply needs

Current demand projections indicate the need for an additional 5 million gallons of water per day by 2030.

  • East County
  • News
Junior guard/forward Isaiah Jenkins (left) looks for a pass during the FHSAA Class 7A boys basketball state championship between Sarasota and Miami Columbus. The Sailors fell, 53-50, on March 14 at Jacksonville's UNF Arena.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • March 18, 2026
Learning to love transformed Sarasota boys basketball

As corny as it sounds, a culture of care lifted the Sailors to historic heights.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Forward Chase Koski (86) and defenseman Jackson Ellis (4) celebrate a goal Feb. 6 for Lakewood Ranch boys hockey in the Lightning High School Hockey League's title game. The Mustangs have become the premier high school-level team for skaters in the region.
  • By Jack Nelson |
  • March 3, 2026
Olympic success for USA Hockey will translate to Sarasota and Manatee counties

Even more enthusiasm for hockey is coming to an area where the sport is already on the rise.

  • East County
  • Sports
Sarasota Orchestra Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero.
  • By Gayle Williams |
  • February 14, 2026
Sarasota Orchestra refracts an American milestone in a multihued Masterworks

Conducted by Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero, "Variations on America" celebrates the nation's 250th anniversary with emotional depth.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Jessie King, Jadis Hebdon in the chair and Carlos Fuentes
  • By Eric Snider |
  • February 19, 2026
MTC barbershop students learn the skills needed to showcase the style

At Manatee Technical College, the next generation of barbers finds skill, confidence and a career with staying power.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Gail Cristello will be a featured artist at the Creative Arts Association of Lakewood Ranch's Spring Art Show and Sale March 14 at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 5, 2026
Late start doesn't keep Lakewood Ranch artist from success

Country Club's Gail Cristello will be a featured artist at the Creative Art Association's Spring Art Show and Sale.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Included in artist Christine Hales' new exhibition at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church is a series centering on the crucifixion of Jesus. The display is open to the public through the end of April.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • March 4, 2026
Iconography artist returns with new pieces at Longboat gallery

All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church is featuring the works of Christine Hales through April.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Rev. Phil Woods stands in the newly renovated 10,000-square-foot sanctuary.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 2, 2026
Lakewood Ranch church wraps up $7.7 million expansion

Cornerstone Church of Lakewood Ranch now worships in an artful 10,000-square-foot sanctuary.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota Memorial Hospital has 897 beds.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 7, 2026
Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota hospitals gain Forbes' recognition

The magazine's 2026 Top Hospitals list includes four from the Manatee-Sarasota region.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Joyce Hecklau, who played essential roles in planning Longboat Harbour's change of watch and holiday festivities, earned the title of Woman of the Year.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • February 19, 2026
Longboat Harbour names event planner extraordinaire Woman of the Year

The Longboat Harbour Owners Association, Inc., honored Joyce Hecklau at the annual Men's Club-hosted brunch.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Doo Wop Project brings back the golden era of a capella groups on Thursday, March 12, at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 10, 2026
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 12-18

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Andy Harshman of Sarasota High School was named the 2026 Sarasota County Teacher of the Year.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 12, 2025
Sarasota High science leader named 2026 Teacher of the Year

Andy Harshman works with advanced math and science research students.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
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