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By Observer Staff |
February 20, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Feb. 22-28

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Observer Staff |
December 31, 2016

Top Story — October: Longboat homeowner faces $49,106 fine for code violations

Catch up on the hottest news items of the of the year with the Observer’s Digital Year in Review.

Longboat Key
News

By Petra Rivera |
February 28, 2024

Longboat artist opens exhibition focusing on sustainability

Lynn Armstrong Coffin's newest collection opens at Art Advocacy Gallery starting on March 2.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ryan Kohn |
February 28, 2024

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Samir Redden

The Booker High junior wrestler won the 120-pound weight class of the Tornadoes' regional tournament Feb. 24.

Sarasota
Sports

By Ryan Kohn |
November 16, 2023

All-American Women’s Baseball Classic returns to Sarasota

Ed Smith Stadium will host the event Nov. 17-19, as well as a special youth clinic on Nov. 20.

Sarasota
Sports

By James Peter |
May 6, 2023

Corvette show dazzles on St. Armands Circle

Car enthusiasts displayed 174 Corvettes from a variety of eras on Saturday during the 25th annual Corvettes on the Circle.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
December 12, 2023

Attempt to return batteries to grocery store ends in trespass warning

A civil disturbance broke out at a store after a woman tried returning batteries without a receipt. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Ian Swaby |
August 14, 2023

Nashville police visit Sarasota school to discuss active shooter responses

Commander Scott Byrd and Captain Steven Bowers visited Sarasota School of Arts & Sciences to discuss how to utilize the Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events system.

Sarasota
Schools

By Matt Walsh |
March 22, 2023

Shortage of courts: It’s not that big of a pickle

Does Longboat really need more public pickleball courts?

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
January 3, 2024

Man goes 'Loko' outside a downtown Sarasota office building

A subject exposes himself to the world after being told not to loiter at the building's entrance. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Mark Gordon |
January 13, 2024

SRQ airport surpasses 4.3 million passengers

Passenger traffic at the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is up 215% since 2018 as expansion work continues.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
December 28, 2023

Tidewell Foundation's Longboat building no longer listed for sale

The property was listed without the executive board's knowledge and all options are still being explored, according to an official from the organization.

Longboat Key
News

By Petra Rivera |
August 8, 2023

Gail Loefgren reflects on 25 years of service as chamber president

After announcing her retirement, the president of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce recounts the impact that the island has had on her.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
October 26, 2023

Proposed charter boat permit program doesn't leave the dock

A bid to regulate commercial operations in Sarasota County parks stalled as commissioners seek a compromise.

Sarasota
News

By Petra Rivera |
August 21, 2023

Jazz guitarist on why he loves to play Longboat Key

Akiem Esdaile shares his inspirations, goals in music and the musical experience he hopes to provide when he plays at Whitney's.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 2, 2024

Commissioners agree on largest reasonable Longboat Key library

An enhanced library would be nearly 10,000 square feet, part of which will need to be funded through private donors.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
April 2, 2024

Bay Park Board divided over arts center architect contract funding

City and county commissioners clash over the release of TIF funds for the Sarasota Performing Arts Center architect contract.

Sarasota
News

By Petra Rivera |
January 25, 2024

Kiwanis Club bell-ringers raise $25,000 for Salvation Army

Volunteers from Kiwanis Club, Christ Church and the Rotary Club collected donations outside the Longboat Key Publix during the holidays.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
October 11, 2023

Sarasota Bay's water quality is the best it's been in 8 years. Can we keep it that way?

Area scientists are hopeful that the bay’s water quality will continue to improve but warn it’s not time to slow efforts.

Sarasota
News

By Petra Rivera |
January 22, 2024

Tennis players serve up success at 2024 Observer Challenge

A chilly weekend doesn't deter area tennis players from taking part in the popular Longboat Key tournament.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

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