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Nevriye Yesil, the founder of the Lakewood Ranch Happiness Circle, is glad to share her wisdom with friends and strangers alike, including Lisa Lieberman-Wang.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • May 21, 2026
Happiness Circle helps find light at the end of the tunnel

The newly formed club is led by Nevriye Yesil, who has a Master's degree in happiness studies. It is meant to help members embrace what life has to offer every day.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort installed a stainless steel arch on a private groin, leading to a lengthy dispute with the town of Longboat Key, with leaders claiming it violate’s the town’s sign code.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • May 6, 2026
Friday deadline set for St. Regis arch removal

If the metal arch installed on a groin in the Gulf is not removed by 5 p.m. Friday, the town of Longboat Key and developers will meet in court to decide the matter.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The 7-Eleven planned for 44th Avenue West and White Eagle Boulevard will look similar to the 7-Eleven on University Parkway near Lakewood Ranch Boulevard.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 21, 2026
7-Eleven planned for Lakewood Ranch fuels outrage

A gas station and convenience store on the corner of 44th Avenue East and White Eagle Boulevard is anticipated to be under construction before the year's end.

  • East County
  • News
Work is underway at 28 N. Boulevard of the Presidents in the first phase of Tom Leonard’s plan to bring the Shore Restaurant back to St. Armands Circle.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • May 18, 2026
Shore’s return to St. Armands underway with gutting of building

Whether hotel units are included in the buildout is contingent on city approval, but Tom Leonard is making his case early.

  • Sarasota
  • News
It’s time to remove our own regimes
  • By Joel Schleicher |
  • May 15, 2026
It’s time to remove our own regimes

Our local, state and federal governments don’t slaughter citizens as they do in Iran, but there are similarities. We’ve become servants to our regimes.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Ann Morrison played the titular role in the Broadway touring production of "Kimberly Akimbo" for 10 months.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • May 21, 2026
Sarasota actor Ann Morrison is forever young

The 70-year-old just wrapped a national tour playing the teenaged lead in 'Kimberly Akimbo.'

  • Arts + Entertainment
Brittany Lamont and Nicole Hackel congratulate Jacob Kinsel of the Manatee Community Foundation as he is announced as the winner of the "Next Gen" award at University Park Country Club May 13.
  • By Madison Bierl |
  • May 16, 2026
Young Leaders Alliance presents its top award in Lakewood Ranch

The top "Next Gen" award goes to Jacob Kinsel, who was honored for his commitment to the Manatee Community Foundation and the community.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Riders set out on the ride.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 22, 2026
Ride of Silence honors cyclists injured or killed while the community mourns recent losses

The silent procession, held May 20, drew a record turnout of about 130 people for the 7-mile loop through downtown Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The home at 309 Ringling Point Drive was built in 1999 and has five bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, a pool and 6,918 square feet of living area. It sold for $5,325,000.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • May 19, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for May 4-8 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis

A home in Bay Island on Norsota Way tops the week’s sales at $7.2 million.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Robyn Modly, right, and her three daughters and daughter-in-law — the matrons of honor — cheered the 100 crew members as they ran by to board and officially staff the ship. From left: Natalie Modly Schmidt, Amanda Merkle Modly, Dorian Modly and Noelle Modly Ulman.
  • By Robyn Modly |
  • May 20, 2026
'Its a glorious day'

Remarks by Robyn Modly, Ship Sponsor, USS Cleveland

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort is the only Gulf-facing property on Longboat Key with a private beach groin, constructed decades ago by Colony Beach & Tennis Resort owner Murf Klauber to fight beach erosion.
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • May 12, 2026
St. Regis, town headed to court as Whittall defies order

The developer and owner of the St. Regis Longboat Key Resort says he will fight in court "to whatever extent necessary" to leave the arch that town code enforcement has ordered taken down.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The home at 865 Longboat Club Road sold for $17.5 million. Built in 2001, it has six bedrooms, six-and-two-half baths, a pool and 9,328 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • May 20, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for May 4-8 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A home in Regent Court on Longboat Club Road tops the week’s sales at $17.5 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Frank Biondello, Jr. has been overseeing the transformation of The Dock on the Bay's hurricane-damaged marina as the marina manager for the past year.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • May 25, 2026
Dock on the Bay makes progress on 'long road to recovery'

The small condominium facility has operated on Longboat Key for 46 years, and this year is one of significant transformation at its marina and beyond.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Pastitsio ($25) made with Greek macaroni with ground beef, fresh herbs topped with a creamy béchamel sauce.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • May 11, 2026
Make it a Mediterranean (meal) May

These local dishes remind us that eating well doesn’t have to feel restrictive.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Artist Cheryl Moody, who participated in Artists in the Garden earlier this month, joins the local creators showcasing their work at the 10th annual artists' reception and exhibition at Longboat's Town Hall on April 23. The display of works by the featured artists will be up and open for purchases until June.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 27, 2026
Town celebrates 10th year of spotlighting local artists

This marks the 10th year the town of Longboat Key has held an artists' reception and exhibition at town hall.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Michael Saunders & Company |
  • May 21, 2026
For Sale: 10921 Bluestem Circle, Lakewood Ranch

Set against peaceful lake and preserve views, the home creates a tranquil backdrop with no shortage of outdoor living space to enjoy it all.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Sponsored Content
Judge Hillary Ellis is a new addition to the Manatee County Court.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 19, 2026
Lakewood Ranch attorney appointed to Manatee County Court

Hillary Ellis will fill a seat created by Senate Bill 2508.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Advertising Content Staff |
  • May 18, 2026
Duff's Famous Wings

Bringing an authentic taste of Buffalo New York to the Gulf Coast, Duff’s serves up the legendary wings that made Buffalo famous.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Spotlight Partners
Sponsored Content
Triple Oak Preserve in Myakka City is one of the purchases Manatee County made using funds collected from the 2020 referendum.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 12, 2026
Environmental lands referendum one step closer to 2026 ballot

Manatee County commissioners were presented with four funding options to acquire additional lands and development rights.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Letter to the editor |
  • May 20, 2026
Take a long look at contributions

East County Observer Editor writes fiction

  • East County
  • Opinion
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