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By Observer Staff |
July 4, 2024

Bradenton Beach sewer improvements near completion

New flashing beacon crosswalks are expected to be activated later this month.

Longboat Key
News

By Liz Ramos |
November 11, 2024

Lakewood Ranch family to support epilepsy research with Seany's Shuffle

Sean Rabus is defying the odds as he continues to thrive living with Menkes disease, a rare type of epilepsy.

East County
Neighbors

By Laura Cole |
September 12, 2024

Celebrating 30 years

Lakewood Ranch represents our legacy of vision and community building.

East County
Opinion

By Petra Rivera |
September 11, 2024

Beloved swan dies on Longboat Key

Longboat Key Swan Keeper David Novak reported that Chuck, the father of the most recent swan cygnets, died Sept. 5.

Longboat Key
News

In Memoriam |
July 12, 2024

William 'Bill' Joseph Beckmeyer, M.D.

William “Bill” Joseph Beckmeyer M.D. passed away peacefully on July 3, 2024, at the age of 94.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Ian Swaby |
November 7, 2024

Sarasota couple turned love of traveling into coffee business

Manuel Montenegro and Amanda Govic of Palma Coffee use their love of traveling and culture to source coffee at origin.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
September 10, 2024

New Sarasota facility brings soccer training indoors

The Fitballer offers professional training for kids and adults.

Sarasota
Business

By Observer Staff |
September 3, 2024

Sarasota police investigate deaths on Lido Key

Two adult male victims were found in the 700 block of South Boulevard of the Presidents.

Sarasota
News

By Jay Heater |
October 22, 2024

Lakewood Ranch resident adds muscle by buying an Impala

Tom Rokosz's classic muscle car is just one of many to be showcased at the Knights of Columbus Car Show and Cookout.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
September 24, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Sept. 26-Oct. 2

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Liz Ramos |
October 13, 2024

School District of Manatee County adds early literacy funds to referendum

If approved, part of the funding will go toward expanding literacy programs in Manatee schools.

East County
Schools

By Mirabai Holland |
September 1, 2024

For good health, the answer is simple: Take a walk

Getting your steps in can help keep you feeling younger and protect against multiple maladies.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Liz Ramos |
September 4, 2024

12-year-old's aneurysm leaves her family living in a 'nightmare'

Grace Burnett remains in intensive care since Aug. 4, and her parents hope to spread awareness about brain aneurysms.

East County
Neighbors

By Dani Hernandez |
July 10, 2024

Soccer leagues merge to strengthen opportunities

League officials say unified goals will help the Lakewood Ranch area's youth soccer players.

East County
Sports

By Liz Ramos |
August 13, 2024

SunCoast Blood Centers looks for donations

Hurricane Debby further depleted the nonprofit's inventory, which already has yet to return to pre-COVID-19 donations.

East County
News

By Matt Walsh |
October 9, 2024

The six amendments

Every four years, Florida voters face a flurry of proposed amendments to the state constitution. This year, six proposed amendments will be on the ballot.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
July 24, 2024

Charter Review Board District 4: Greg 'Tex' Bukowski

Meet the candidate.

Elections

By Petra Rivera |
July 16, 2024

84-year-old lives his dream as a stand-up comedian

On-stage as "Gerry Atric," Longboat's Cliff Hornsby injects a dose of levity into the aging process.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Mark Gordon |
November 7, 2024

When it comes to defending causes, Hugh Culverhouse Jr. has made it his pastime

Hugh Culverhouse Jr., a dedicated philanthropist, has made it his mission to combat injustices affecting diverse communities and is taking on powerful institutions and causes with unwavering determination.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
October 2, 2024

Pickleball club growing with Lakewood Ranch

The club started in 2017 with 40 members and now has over 1,700 members.

East County
Neighbors

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