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Cars line up on The Masters Avenue on Feb. 15 to pick up students at Robert Willis Elementary School.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 18, 2024
Speed cameras to monitor Manatee County school zones

A county study showed 30 schools fell under the category of a "heightened safety risk" for pedestrians.

  • East County
  • News
An aerial view of Quick Point Nature Preserve.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • April 9, 2024
Residents give Longboat Key high marks in citizen survey

Traffic was the primary concern for residents, but they were satisfied with town services and overall quality of life.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch's Pam Hazelwood shows off her ornament in progress.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 30, 2024
Ornament workshop kicks off the holidays in Lakewood Ranch

Arts A Blaze Studio hosted A Very Merry Ornament Workshop at The Grove.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Nate's volunteer Michele Bohlman
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • September 30, 2024
Lakewood Ranch Info Center prepares for Barktober Fest

The info center is collecting items to donate to Nate's Honor Animal Rescue.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
A rendering of an expanded Payne Park Auditorium designed by Fleischman Garcia Maslowski architects.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 10, 2024
Opposition grows along with theater's plans for Payne Park Auditorium

Revised lease terms for Payne Park Auditorium are on the table for the Sarasota City Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
10-year-old Kylie Ung, 12-year-old Isaiah Edwards, 11-year-old Isariah Edwards and 13-year-old Isaialyah Edwards at the 2023 Sarasota County Fair.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 8, 2024
Fairgrounds operator calls aging site a valuable community asset

Despite failed efforts to redevelop and improve the site, Rory Martin says county should appreciate its value "instead of poking fun at us."

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tyler and Maya Kirby.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 21, 2024
Son returns to operate plant-based coffee house his father founded

Simon's Coffee House, founded in 1991, has become a staple of plant-based dining in the Sarasota community.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
An illustration by E. H. Shepard from "Winnie-the-Pooh"
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 17, 2025
Bookstore1Sarasota to host Winnie the Pooh live radio-style performance

The Gothic Library's adaptation of "The House on Pooh Corner" will be performed April 17 and 18.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
You can consult a Ouija board at The Ringling's new exhibit, "Conjuring the Spirit World," which runs through July 13.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • March 31, 2025
On the trail of things that go bump in the night at The Ringling

"Conjuring the Spirit World" explores efforts to contact denizens of unseen realms.

  • Arts + Culture
L.L. Bean has long been known for its rugged outdoors clothing, but the company says its first Florida store at UTC in Sarasota will sport plenty of tropical wear that the locals will love.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 27, 2025
L.L. Bean sees exciting new market as it opens at UTC

The store at 111 North Cattlemen Road in the University Town Center of Sarasota will be L.L. Bean's first Florida location.

  • East County
  • Business
The Rev. Brock Patterson and Linda Crouse at the Longboat Island Chapel.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 19, 2024
Volunteer decorators needed for Longboat chapel's Christmas event

To be ready for Dec. 1, Longboat Island Chapel is asking for help from the community to prepare for the beloved Christmas in the Garden.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A new town street light pole near Bayfront Park is outfitted with smart city cameras to show beach conditions and analyze pedestrian safety.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • April 17, 2024
Longboat Key will implement smart city technology as part of pilot study

Cameras around the island will give the town info on traffic counts and pedestrian safety while also showing public beach conditions.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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
Debris piled out outside of the Twin Shores community.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 17, 2024
Longboat Key officials ask for resident cooperation while ramping up recovery

Limiting debris pile up and water use are among the necessary measures officials asked from residents.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Meat sits ready to be served at Alday's BBQ.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • March 14, 2024
Barbecue food trucks in Sarasota thrive on roads less traveled

A short drive from the bustling streets of downtown, you can find the smoky flavors of fresh barbecue.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
The Broadway hit "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall from March 18-23.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 11, 2025
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for March 13-19

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Commodore Michael Landis, Vice Commodore Tony Britt and Rear Commodore Saul Landesberg
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • June 25, 2024
Bird Key Yacht Club celebrates new leadership

The club held its Change of Watch ceremony on June 22 to swear in its new officers at a New York-themed party.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
This is a rendering of Manatee County's proposed changes to Lorraine Road between 59th Avenue E. and State Road 64.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • February 26, 2024
Lorraine Road residents concerned over $66M improvement project

Manatee County is investing $66 million into road improvements between 59th Avenue East and State Road 64 and will need to acquire property on each side of Lorraine Road.

  • East County
  • News
The intersection of Fox St. and Longboat Dr. E after the Dec. 17 no-name storm.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • January 10, 2024
Flooding concerns rise amid intensifying impacts of rainstorms

Longboat Key residents and town officials say flood mitigation projects should be at the forefront as flooding issues grow.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Couple reports mysterious keys in their condo unit
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • March 18, 2025
Couple reports mysterious keys in their condo unit

When they returned home days prior, they found a keychain and fob in their unit that remains unidentified. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
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