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By Lesley Dwyer |
June 12, 2024

Local politicians switch seats in search of a winning election spot

Candidates in Manatee County attempt to find their right election fit.

East County
News

By Robert Plunket |
March 28, 2024

This Longboat Key home combines the charm of Old Florida living with modern-day comforts

This charming bungalow in Longboat Village is more than picturesque. It has all the prerequisites of an up-to-date vacation home.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
April 25, 2024

Avenue of Art expands mission of bringing color to the city

The project in Burns Square now enters its third phase, with 100 sidewalk paintings set to be added to the existing 210 by the end of the month.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
February 22, 2023

Second vote required to officially adopt new city seal

A Sarasota city staffer discovered that the original city seal was incorporated into the city code, which required an ordinance to legally adopt the new design.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
June 16, 2023

Updated union contracts invest in future of Longboat public safety

The new investment in police and fire salaries and benefits is already paying off, according to both department chiefs.

Longboat Key
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
June 13, 2023

Turtle nesting season off to a strong start on Longboat Key

Longboat has seen high numbers of sea turtle nests in the first month of the season. If not for the combined efforts of volunteers and public policy, hatchlings may live a more troubled life.

Longboat Key
News

By Pam Eubanks |
March 13, 2019

Manatee County considers stormwater fee

Dedicated stormwater fee could handle escalating routine maintenance.

East County
News

By Liz Ramos |
December 28, 2023

Animal rescue expansion completes in April for increased care

Nate's Honor Animal Rescue has been able to boost its intake and services as its expansion project nears completion.

East County
News

By Andrew Warfield |
November 23, 2023

Two affordable apartment buildings headed for Tamiami Trail

Sarasota's Development Review Committee is working with developers planning 132 affordable housing units.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
January 23, 2013

Cross-country child's play

Isabel Crimaldi traded the snow-capped foothills of her hometown of Boulder, Colo., for the coastal views of Longboat Key, where she visited her grandfather, John, for the holidays.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
April 30, 2024

East County Athlete of the Week: Natalie Davis

The Braden River High flag football sophomore had two TDs and two INTs April 23 against Keswick Christian

East County
Sports

By Jay Heater |
April 1, 2022

APRIL FOOL: Kingfisher Lake becomes top cremation depository in Florida

"You Urned It" finds a final resting spot at Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch.

April Fools

By Andrew Warfield |
July 13, 2024

Sarasota County repeals business tax as an EDC funding source

The tax burden of nearly $500,000 will be shifted from businesses to all county taxpayers with a 50% match per private dollar invested.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 2, 2024

Civil disturbance between homeowner and cleaner raises suspicions

A cleaner returned to a resident’s property after a check for payment failed to clear. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.