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Jordan Brown.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 14, 2023
East County Athlete of the Week: Jordan Brown

The Lakewood Ranch-based golfer has played well on the Florida Junior Tour in 2023.

  • East County
  • Sports
The demand for pickleball is expected to continue growing on Longboat Key.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • April 11, 2023
Longboat pickleball demand continues with request for more courts

Pickleball fans spoke at the Longboat Key Town Commission's annual goals and objectives meeting to further the discussion on the growing demand for the sport.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Since the start of County Administrator Scott Hopes' tenure, numerous departmental reorganizations have taken place. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 11, 2022
Shake-up of Manatee County department heads part of restructuring plan

Manatee County Administrator Scott Hopes says his reorganization process has reached its conclusion with the departure of two more department heads.

  • East County
  • News
Dogs dress their best for the 2022 Hot Diggity Dog Parade and Costume Contest.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 15, 2023
Fourth of July 2023 events in Sarasota, Longboat Key and Lakewood Ranch

From races to the classic fireworks, check out these events to help you celebrate Independence Day right.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office Emergency Operations Center handles an average of 800 emergency 911 calls per day.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • January 24, 2024
Despite concerns, Longboat's nonemergency dispatch remains off-Key

After a discussion at the Town Commission workshop, emergency center personnel and town officials said education would be key in navigating resident concerns.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sophia Rios sings in the performance.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • October 26, 2023
Music Compound rocks out with tribute to 'The Dark Side of the Moon'

A performance by students and instructors covered the Pink Floyd album from start to finish.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's production of "Once on This Island" runs through Nov. 19 at WBTT.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 31, 2023
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Nov. 2-8

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Vennie Hotchkiss sews a boot.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • February 6, 2024
Take a trip to the 1800s at Myakka River Rendezvous

The pre-1840s living history event showcases Florida’s history through exhibitors dedicated to the process of reenacting the past.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 28, 2015
Codes dictate how city staff must respond

All tenants are entitled to occupy structures that have had life-safety type of work done by licensed contractors pursuant to properly issued permits.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The potential Longboat Key Community Center would be located in Whitney Plaza's largest building, at 6810 Gulf of Mexico Drive.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 12, 2023
Longboat Key Community Center nears necessary interlocal agreement

The next steps in the community center project rely on conversations between Manatee County and the school district.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Giant Connecticut roll ($34.99) from Lobster Pound tastes like home.
  • By Emma Burke |
  • June 23, 2023
Get crackin' on the best lobster rolls in Sarasota and Manatee counties

In honor of my lobster-loving sister, here are some local dishes that remind me of home sweet home.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Braden River High sophomore Nicolas Dieter and freshman Landen Chandler said the soccer field is their happy place.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 18, 2023
Braden River High JV soccer players fight cancer to retake the field

Landen Chandler and Nicolas Dieter continue to play the sport they love while undergoing treatment for medical conditions.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • December 6, 2023
Go off the beaten path with these Sarasota and Venice holiday shows

In a season filled with festivities and holiday shows, it's easy to overlook smaller venues.

  • Arts + Culture
The Grinch, in this case Kingsley Sim, appeared at the Santa's Grand Arrival Parade at UTC. His job, however, was to make people smile.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 16, 2023
Santa's Grand Arrival Parade not without a Grinch or two

Traffic congestion at UTC in Sarasota caused the expected social media firestorm.

  • East County
  • Opinion
From left to right: Brad Marner, Carole Erker, Jay Sparr, Liz Sparr, Nancy Rozance and Jim Chirgwin.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 20, 2023
Rotary Club removes 40 pounds of trash from Gulf of Mexico Drive

The Rotary Club of Longboat Key performs highway cleanup on GMD at least once a quarter.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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  • February 5, 2024
Bequest Platinum Event: How To Solve Your Income Challenge in 2024

Join us at Art Ovation Hotel on Feb 22nd 2024, 6-8pm EST, Live Event

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  • Neighbors
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Construction projects, like the St. Regis development, would likely need many inspections from the town planning and zoning department throughout the course of building.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 27, 2023
Longboat faces high demand for inspections amid staff shortage

The town currently has one inspector on staff and has been relying on private providers to meet the demand for services.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Siren ($28) is a "Jack Dusty Icon!"
  • By Emma Burke |
  • August 6, 2023
Get poppin’ with the best prosecco cocktails in paradise

Why wait for New Year's to break out the bubbly? Treat yourself like it's the best day of the year today.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Longboat Key’s Town Code does not currently allow permitting for propane and natural gas fire pits outside of structures.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • January 12, 2022
Longboat Key plans to allow permanently installed fire pits

A new proposal seeks to allow town-issued permitting for fire pits outside of structures.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Robert Karlsson said he's expecting to be challenged by the three-team format of the World Champions Cup, held Dec. 7-10 at The Concession Golf Club.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 3, 2023
Robert Karlsson brings his analytical eye to World Champions Cup

The golfer known as "The Scientist" will play for Team Europe against Team USA and Team International.

  • East County
  • Sports
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