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By Carter Weinhofer |
August 1, 2023

Investment in police compensation, vehicles already paying off

Take-home vehicles and increased salaries and benefits for Longboat officers have helped the department fill vacancies.

Longboat Key
News

By Ryan Kohn |
February 19, 2024

Five East County wrestlers stand out as state tournament contenders

Here is a look at athletes have a shot at reaching the state tournament in Kissimmee.

East County
Sports

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 17, 2024

Lakewood Ranch area offers support for new moms

Various local groups help mothers stay fit enough to handle the challenges of motherhood.

East County
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 12, 2024

Stray goat finds home in Myakka City

A stray goat that was found wandering the streets of Jacksonville was taken in by the Farmhouse Animal and Nature Sanctuary.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 7, 2024

Residents can weigh in on Longboat Key issues with town survey

The Citizen Satisfaction Survey will arrive in Longboat mailboxes starting Jan. 10.

Longboat Key
News

By Eric Snider |
February 15, 2024

Solomon’s Castle is a gleaming monument to the weird, wacky and wonderful

Take a stroll through whimsy and delight with a tour inside Howard Solomon’s creation.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
November 5, 2023

Possible deal would unify transit service across Longboat Key

Officials near an agreement to extend Sarasota’s Breeze OnDemand service to the entirety of Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 6, 2024

Bomb squad to purchase new suits with Manatee County grant

With a $170,000 grant, Manatee County buys extra protection for those bomb squad members who put their lives on the line in Manatee, Highlands and Hardee counties.

East County
News

By Ryan Kohn |
May 6, 2024

Dick Vitale Gala remains a night of hope

The annual event, held May 3 at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, was a reminder of what is important.

East County
Sports

By Lesley Dwyer |
October 4, 2023

Concession development project to be heard for a third time

While denied by the Manatee County Commission twice already, Concession's request to build 22 homes will be heard for a third time.

East County
News

By Adrian Moore |
April 18, 2024

The city is not a developer

The city manager wants Sarasota to develop an $80M affordable housing project. Good intentions, but this approach always fails. A voucher program would be better.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
July 30, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Aug. 1-7

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Ryan Kohn |
June 28, 2023

Lakewood Ranch Prep athletics building for the long term

The school is building a football field even though it will not field a team for several seasons.

East County
Sports

By Mirabai Holland |
December 13, 2023

Here's a simple recipe for happy holidays

Relax and pamper yourself. Do something healthy. These are your holidays too.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 24, 2024

The Fresh Market opens in Lakewood Ranch

More than 100 residents lined up to be the first shoppers in The Green's new store on State Road 70.

East County
Business

By Andrew Warfield |
October 26, 2023

New 210-room, 85-foot-tall hotel proposed for Siesta Key

Benderson Development seeks an amendment to the comprehensive plan to greenlight high-intensity hotels on the island.

Siesta Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
June 12, 2024

Judge rules to dismiss defamation lawsuit against Battie

The judge rules that Sarasota City Commissioner Kyle Battie was acting in his capacity as an elected official and is immune from civil action for comments made about resident Kelly Franklin.