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By Observer Staff |
December 31, 2025

With equal doses of grit and fun, we review 2025 on Longboat Key in photos

From political kerfuffles to heartwarming moments of community celebration, the Longboat Observer captured it all in the past year. Here are our top moments of 2025.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
January 11, 2026

Runners turn out on Siesta Key Beach to keep Andrew Monroe's legacy alive

Held in honor of the late Riverview High senior, the 13th annual Andrew Monroe Memorial Run/Walk helps provide scholarships to Riverview seniors who are soccer players, JROTC Cadets and track athletes.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
January 12, 2026

Yiddish Cowboys kick off Sunday Performing Arts lineup

The quartet of classically trained musicians delighted audience members with favorite tunes from childhood at The Education Center.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
November 25, 2025

Zenith building redevelopment will carry Waldorf Astoria brand

Waldorf Astoria Residences is named as the redevelopment of the Zenith tower at Five Points. The mixed-use project will include seven attainable housing units.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
January 28, 2026

Global aircraft maker breaks ground at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport

Switzerland-based Pilatus Aircraft has begun construction of its $200 million investment at SRQ.

Sarasota
News

By Madison Bierl |
September 12, 2025

Manatee School Board approves $245,000 superintendent contract

Laurie Breslin also has incentives in her contract, a point of contention with two school board members.

East County
Schools

By Madison Bierl |
December 19, 2025

Esplanade continues tradition of being 'foolishly festive' for parade

This year's Foolishly Festive Christmas Parade was the original organizers' "swan song," who hope new blood will take on the parade and keep the Christmas spirit alive.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
January 12, 2026

Asolo Rep hires new director of development

Juliana Han Witt was most recently chief advancement officer at Atlanta Ballet.

Arts + Culture

By Observer Staff |
January 2, 2026

Heritage Awards celebrate Sarasota County's connection to the past

Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation will honor 11 at a ceremony in April.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Mark Gordon |
January 13, 2026

Observer Media Group chairman dies at 95

David Beliles lived a life of grit and guts, and grace and generosity.

Longboat Key
News

By Jack Nelson |
January 6, 2026

East County Athlete of the Week: Gaby Bichanich

The freshman guard powers The Out-of-Door Academy girls basketball team on offense.

East County
Sports

By Elizabeth King |
January 16, 2026

Gulf-front Siesta Key estate lists for $26 million

The home on Point of Rocks features an infinity pool that appears to merge with the Gulf.

Siesta Key
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
January 20, 2026

Harbour Square office building slated for demolition

The demolition is planned as a first step in the plans for 1905 Family of Restaurant's Buccaneer Restaurant concept.

Longboat Key
News

By Dana Kampa |
January 24, 2026

'King of Calypso' tribute singer gets Christ Church grooving

Singer Michael Mejia-Mendez brought to life the tunes and tales of Harry Belafonte for a special performance.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Reveal Vitality |
December 25, 2025

Advanced Testing, Functional Medicine, Real Results

At a time when many patients feel rushed, unheard, or stuck with one-size-fits-all treatments, Reveal Vitality & Longevity Institute in downtown Sarasota is charting a different path.