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By Jack Nelson |
March 25, 2026

MLB spring training under my microscope

Comparing the parking, concessions and more at three local ballparks.

Sarasota
Sports

By Andrew Warfield |
March 12, 2026

Airport cites incentives, lower costs to airlines as key to explosive growth

The cost of doing business for airlines is significantly lower at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport than others in the region, a key contributor to its rapid growth.

Sarasota
News

By Madison Bierl |
March 11, 2026

German American Social Club of Sarasota has danced through 75 years

The club celebrated its 75th anniversary with a special event at Tara Country Club.

East County
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
March 10, 2026

Asolo Rep to premiere a circus musical in its 2026-27 season

"The Day the Circus Came to Town" will be one of five mainstage shows in "The Greatest Season on Earth."

Arts + Culture

By S.T. Cardinal |
March 17, 2026

Police investigate after shell casings, not shells, reported washed up on beach

An anonymous caller reported finding gun shell casings washed up on the Longboat Key beach. This and other Longboat Key police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Dana Kampa |
December 2, 2025

Learn how to safely handle wild birds with Save Our Seabirds

Save Our Seabirds invites anyone with a passion for helping injured animals to learn the techniques for keeping both birds and handlers safe at an upcoming workshop.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
February 13, 2026

Go for the Cure kickoff sees record attendance

Through an afternoon of canasta and mahjong, Longboat Key Club members raised funds for Breast Health Sarasota Inc.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By The Sarasota Ballet |
January 23, 2026

Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable

The Sarasota Ballet presents the world premiere of "The Waiting Room" January 30 to February 2 at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Try these true bread winners for National Sourdough Bread Day

Six years after the sourdough craze, local loaves still rise with surprising ingredients like Key Lime Pie.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Janet Combs |
February 20, 2026

Unconventional Evening hosts 10 eras of the high school prom experience

Sarasota Art Museum celebrated all the nostalgic teen memories, from the 1920s through the 2020s, at its interactive event where attendees could 'be the art.'

Black Tie

By S.T. Cardinal |
March 16, 2026

Heading to Longboat Key's beaches for spring break? Know the rules.

On a public beach with no lifeguards, the responsibility to enforce local ordinances falls on the shoulders of the police department.

Longboat Key
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
March 3, 2026

Motherhood gets a starring role at the 2026 Reel Equals Film Festival

The fest was previously known as Through Women's Eyes.

Arts + Culture

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 Madison Bierl |
March 3, 2026

CoworkLWR moves to a new, larger Lakewood Ranch location

Keith Pandeloglou's business had spent the past 10 years on Lakewood Main Street.

East County
Business

By Jay Heater |
February 25, 2026

Does ice arena project melt your heart?

Lakewood Ranch residents might be surprised about Manatee's proposed plan for Premier Sports Campus North.

East County
Opinion

By Dana Kampa |
March 3, 2026

Art and Found Day to return, surprising finders with gifts

The Sarasota Pen Women-led outreach brings surprise, free artwork to Longboat Key, Sarasota, Venice and beyond.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 17, 2026

Entertainment district expands in Lakewood Ranch

Several entertainment options are under construction on the Sarasota County side of Lakewood Ranch.

East County
News

By Andrew Warfield |
March 10, 2026

Affordable housing project takes center stage for the arts community

One Stop Housing and the Arts & Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County are teaming up on Artscape, an affordable housing development for members of the arts community.

Sarasota
News

By Dana Kampa |
March 9, 2026

Crowds come out en force for Royal Rummage Sale

The fundraiser sale at St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church saw pre-opening lines extending to Gulf of Mexico Drive.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

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

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