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In Memoriam |
July 9, 2024

Donald Edwin Swanson

Donald Edwin Swanson, 92, of Bristol, Wisconsin, formerly of Longboat Key, passed away peacefully in his home July 5, 2024, surrounded by his family. 1932-2024

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Jay Heater |
March 16, 2024

Heritage adds Legacy Golf Club to country club lineup

Legacy will now become the fourth Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club course.

East County
News

By Petra Rivera |
December 9, 2024

Longboat Harbour put new twists on its annual Lighting of the Docks

Holiday cheer spread across the docks at Longboat Harbour Condominiums with friendly competition, festive decorations and many Florida-themed Santas.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
January 11, 2024

Planning Board rejects downtown condo tower, but appeal likely

The Sarasota Planning Board says the 342-foot-tall condo Obsidian lacks sufficient retail frontage. Developers argue no building can be built at 1260 N. Palm Ave. under current city requirements.

Sarasota
News

By Vinnie Portell |
January 8, 2025

Manatee County serves its youth with parks upgrades

Pickleball, sand volleyball and youth travel leagues are among the hot trends for Manatee County in 2025.

East County
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 8, 2023

Myakka Co-op kicks off its third season

The Myakka Co-op is a group of local artisans selling their goods every first Saturday of the month at the Silver Star East restaurant.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
August 16, 2024

Sarasota School Board election brings critical issues into spotlight

Candidates share their visions on issues including finances, political division and fostering academic success.

Sarasota
Schools

By James Peter |
January 1, 2024

Save these dates in 2024 for Longboat Key events

You won't want to miss any of these happenings on the Key.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Observer Staff |
August 26, 2024

Trash, recycling schedules to shift next week for Labor Day

There will be no Sarasota residential garbage, recycling or yard waste pickup on Monday, Sept. 2.

Sarasota
News

By Robert Plunket |
November 7, 2024

This Florida cottage brings the past into a modern take on beach living

The Mermaid Cottage, which dates to 1933 and is considered one of the very first homes built on the key, couples a charming past with a modern present.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Petra Rivera |
September 10, 2024

Longboat Key lines up flags along Gulf of Mexico Drive for Sept. 11

In preparation for Sept. 11, Longboat Key Public Works employees plant American flags along Gulf of Mexico Drive to remember the lives lost.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 20, 2024

Waterside Park of Lakewood Ranch celebrates grand opening

New amenities to the park include a playground and a splash pad.

East County
Neighbors

By Marty Fugate |
October 29, 2024

Once upon a time in a donut shop

Urbanite Theatre's "Jennifer, Who is Leaving" makes America's invisible women visible.

Arts + Culture

By Vinnie Portell |
December 15, 2024

Oscar Mayer Wienermobile serves smiles to Lakewood Ranch

Nostalgia and photo opportunities were aplenty when the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile arrived in Lakewood Ranch.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
October 18, 2024

Pop-up food bank scheduled for Sunday

All Faiths Food Bank and the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee are partnering to provide groceries to Hurricane Milton-impacted residents in Sarasota.