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By Andrew Warfield |
May 7, 2026

Paid city parking hours extended and fines for violations increased

To achieve solvency in Sarasota's Parking Division, the City Commission extends enforcement hours and increases fines with changes beginning June 1, 2026.

Sarasota
News

By Jack Nelson |
April 16, 2026

Senior PGA Championship tees off at The Concession Golf Club

Bernhard Langer is one of four golfers tied for the lead after the first round.

East County
Sports

By S.T. Cardinal |
April 27, 2026

Town forms 'steady as we go' budget as revenues uncertain

The 2027 fiscal year budget formation process continued with a strategic planning retreat meeting April 20.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
April 27, 2026

Controversial downtown tower comes back before City Commission

A mediated agreement between city staff and the developer of the previously rejected Obsidian tower will be considered by the Sarasota City Commission on May 4.

Sarasota
News

By Mirabai Holland |
April 15, 2026

Yes, sleeping, eating right and working out can improve and preserve your memory

Healthy habits, including exercise, a good diet and getting enough sleep, can pay big dividends on improving memory function and preventing memory diseases.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By S.T. Cardinal |
April 22, 2026

Turtle patrol walks begin on Longboat Key

The duties of Longboat Key Turtle Watch can be broken down into five verbs: patrol, mark, report, dig and educate.

Longboat Key
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
April 14, 2026

Roundabout planned for southern gateway to Longboat Key

A roundabout on Longboat Club Road, at the foot of New Pass Bridge, pops up in planning documents but is still a long ways off.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
May 7, 2026

Saucy new chicken spot opens in Lakewood Ranch

As the name of the KFC spinoff suggests, dipping sauces are front and center in the restaurant on Lena Road.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By S.T. Cardinal |
April 12, 2026

Fire Department turns Ford Focus into convertible for training

Longboat Key Fire Rescue brought out the heavy equipment for a training exercise to pull a dummy from the back seat of an overturned vehicle.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
May 7, 2026

Condo tower controversy appears headed back to mediation

For the second time, the Sarasota City Commission sides with opponents of 1260 North Palm Residences as the developer weighs his options for further legal action.

Sarasota
News

By Dana Kampa |
April 30, 2026

Fire chief explains Longboat's high cardiac rescue success rates

Longboat Key Fire Rescue Chief Paul Dezzi spoke about how vital it is for community members to learn CPR and be ready to act.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
April 30, 2026

Soon-to-be centenarian just keeps swimming

Gulf & Bay Club resident Jean Craig Flynn has earned the nickname "Jingle Jean the Swimming Queen."

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
April 14, 2026

Osprey chicks hatch off Longboat Club Road

Spring brings new life to Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
May 10, 2026

May crowning honoree celebrated for generosity

The Mother's Day ceremony at St. Mary church recognized longtime member Bonnie Schneider.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
May 10, 2026

Mothers discuss their journeys before their special day

Lakewood Ranch mothers share how motherhood has helped them grow through both happy moments and hardship.

East County
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
April 22, 2026

Soccer club provides free space to grow and socialize

With soccer being such a popular sport in Lakewood Ranch, Carrie David wanted to provide a free option for players of all ages and skill levels to play together.