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By Madison Bierl |
March 10, 2026

Lakewood Ranch Garden Club to host Garden Fest

On March 14 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., community members will have the opportunity to learn about gardening and nature from experts.

East County
Neighbors

By Eric Snider |
February 6, 2026

Annual fishing tournament casts for a cause

Ben Shroyer has turned a parent's nightmare — childhood cancer — into a cause for good, helping families in the same boat as his was a few years ago. The waters off Siesta help fund the work the organization does.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Christine Robinson |
February 16, 2026

County facing budget consequences

The 9.2% increase in spending in 2026 has commissioners starting the budget process with a $7.1 million gap between expenses and revenues.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Lesley Dwyer |
January 16, 2026

Braden River VFW dishes out thanks to East Manatee firefighters

VFW members brought lunch to the East Manatee Fire Rescue administration building, where they hold their monthly meeting.

East County
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
October 8, 2025

Yoga instructor, town officials at odds over beach classes

Longboaters debate beach usage after a yogi faces new fees and regulations for sunset classes at Bayfront Park beach.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 17, 2026

Entertainment district expands in Lakewood Ranch

Several entertainment options are under construction on the Sarasota County side of Lakewood Ranch.

East County
News

By Jay Heater |
February 25, 2026

East Manatee Board of Fire Commissioners approves new chief

Commissioners select in-house, choosing Deputy Chief Paul Wren to replace Lee Whitehurst in January 2027.

East County
News

By Ian Swaby |
February 17, 2026

A snow day comes to the Star Lab school in Newtown

The private school for elementary-aged children held a "snow day" along with help from the Sarasota Police Department's Sarasota Learning Center.

Sarasota
Schools

By Jay Heater |
March 6, 2026

Realtors, builders ready for the parade in Lakewood Ranch-area

The Suncoast Builders Association runs its 2026 Parade of Homes from March 7-29.

East County
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
March 18, 2026

Arts Center Sarasota turns 100 and brings back its Beaux Arts Ball to celebrate

The gallery and education center has served as a magnet for artists of all ages and abilities for a century.

Arts + Culture

By Observer Staff |
January 28, 2026

Newfound romance ends abruptly over jealousy

An officer drives a heartbroken woman back to her hotel after she was ditched for talking to another man in a hot tub on Lido Key. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Dana Kampa |
February 22, 2026

Inaugural fundraiser awards $100K to combat childhood hunger

Attendees at the first Longboat Key 100 fundraiser heard from Save Our Seabirds, The Paradise Center and Feeding Empty Little Tummies.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Letter to the Editor |
December 9, 2025

Why should e-bikes be forced into danger?

The road is a dangerous place for bikes, be it regular or electric. Create rules for all cyclists that keep everyone safe on the multiuse path.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By S.T. Cardinal |
February 23, 2026

3-alarm fire guts north-end Longboat residence

Units from Longboat Key and neighboring jurisdictions fought the fire after it was reported Monday morning. The blaze was extinguished by noon.

Longboat Key
News

By Eric Snider |
February 17, 2026

With Big Brothers Big Sisters, mentors change the story

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast pairs caring adults with kids who need guidance, stability and someone in their corner.

East County
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
December 13, 2025

More than 500 runners go the distance in Lakewood Ranch's Jingle 5K

The event supports the Big Bill Foundation and the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center Foundation.

East County
Neighbors

By The Sarasota Ballet |
January 23, 2026

Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable

The Sarasota Ballet presents the world premiere of "The Waiting Room" January 30 to February 2 at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Longest-serving Longboat bellringer attributes motivation to family

Sue Wertman, among her numerous other contributions to the community, has been ringing the bell for the Salvation Army on Longboat for 12 years.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
March 11, 2026

$7.2M youth baseball fields move forward in Lakewood Ranch

Regardless of the Manatee County Commission's decision, Country Club East residents are not finished raising concerns.

East County
News

By Eric Garwood |
February 14, 2026

Sarasota schedules tax-season shredding event in March

Residents can bring four boxes of documents and electronic gear and catch the music of The Garbage Men.

Sarasota
Neighbors

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