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Police respond to guest angry that resort doesn’t sell cigarettes
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 6, 2024
Police respond to guest angry that resort doesn’t sell cigarettes

A guest at a local resort caused a scene after being upset that the resort didn’t have cigarettes for sale. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Sam Seferian as Seymour with Audrey II in FST's "Little Shop of Horrors."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 14, 2023
FST's 'Little Shop of Horrors' gives a foul-mouthed plant its close-up

Florida Studio Theatre uses four different puppets to play Audrey II as the carnivorous plant grows.

  • Arts + Culture
To the campers, it's all fun and games at Dream Oaks Camp, but goals are set by parents and staff members ahead of their arrival.
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • July 27, 2023
Dream Oaks camp is a dream come true for campers and parents

Foundation for Dreams and its camp offer horseback riding, canoeing and swimming for kids and a respite for their parents.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Rosedale Golf Classic founders Deb Kehoe and Kathi Skelton visit with Russell "Rusty" Carter before the Rosedale Golf Classic on April 10.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 16, 2024
Disabled veterans love their Rosedale 'family'

The Rosedale Golf Classic now has raised $1.5 million for Homes for Our Troops.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Liz Reed giving the Bradenton Ghost Walk
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 1, 2023
Design 2000 employee hunts ghosts in her spare time

Liz Reed is the co-founder of the Paranormal Society of Bradenton and shares that she wants to help people understand that ghosts really aren't that scary.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 25, 2023
Elected officials in Manatee County receive raises as population grows

Salaries for elected officials in non-charter Florida counties are tied to population.

  • East County
  • News
Kyshona performs Thursday, May 9, at Fogartyville.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 7, 2024
The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for May 9-15

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

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
This Country Club East home at 16334 Castle Park Terrace sold for $2 million. It has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 3,163 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • August 15, 2023
Top residential real estate sales for July 31 to Aug. 4 in Lakewood Ranch

A Country Club East home on Castle Park Terrace tops the week's sales at $2 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
SCAT launched its new mobility-on-demand service on June 1. Photo provided by Sarasota County.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • July 19, 2021
SCAT's on-demand ride service catches on with Longboaters

Sarasota County data shows from June 5-27, a total of 941 trips either started or ended in Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kelly Romanoff (left) and Tonika Conaway are co-chairs of the First 1,000 Days Suncoast initiative.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 28, 2024
Parental support organization names co-chairs

Tonika Conaway and Kelly Romanoff will lead the First 1,000 Days Suncoast initiative for the next two years.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Vanessa Baugh, a Manatee County commissioner for more than 10 years representing District 5, retired in 2023.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 16, 2023
Vanessa Baugh resigns from Manatee County Commission

Family concerns cause Baugh to give up her post with 1.5 years remaining in her term.

  • East County
  • News
Riverview High junior pitcher Allison Cole finished the 2024 season with a 1.40 ERA and a 14-5 record over 124.2 innings.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 4, 2024
Riverview High softball wins with a smile

The Rams are 12-3 thanks to commanding pitching, timely hitting and a lot of joy.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Booker High girls basketball junior Jakai Peterson.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 9, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Jakai Peterson

The Booker High girls basketball player scored 32 points Feb. 3 in a 63-42 win over Avon Park High.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Man receives threatening texts from alleged cartel henchmen
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 17, 2024
Man receives threatening texts from alleged cartel henchmen

A man reported to police that his new cellphone number may be linked to threats of violence to its prior owner. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Executive Director Julie Leach and Founder/Artistic Director Nate Jacobs
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 4, 2024
It's no joke: WBTT goes calypso for April Fools' Fete

Guests celebrated Caribbean culture at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s spirited event.

  • Black Tie
Bill Saba sold the land he stands in front of, between Palm Drive and Gulf of Mexico Drive, after his family owned it for decades. All photos by Sten Spinella.
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • August 27, 2019
Land sale on Longboat could bring commercial use

The property had been in the Saba family since 1931.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Arts & Central's rendition of a bistro steak.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • February 20, 2024
Contemporary restaurant opens in Sarasota's Rosemary District

Arts & Central wants to woo customers with its creative, casual food and ambience.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Larry Panka and Sue Tankersley share their Country Club home with visiting Korn Ferry Tour golfers because it is their way of giving back to a sport they love.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 20, 2024
Do you have room for Korn Ferry Tour golfers in Lakewood Ranch?

The LECOM Suncoast Classic looks for those willing to host pro golfers during the tournament at Lakewood National.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Nude swimmer trying to forget a difficult day met by police
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • June 25, 2024
Nude swimmer trying to forget a difficult day met by police

An anonymous caller reported a man swimming naked. When police spoke to the swimmer, he said he was having a hard day. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
(Courtesy photo)
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • November 10, 2022
Casey Key home makes the most of its tranquil surroundings

A spacious Casey Key estate reflects a life well lived for the former CEO of Cadbury and his family.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
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