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By Observer Staff |
March 4, 2026

Top nature photos from around Sarasota, Longboat Key, East County in 2026-27

Readers from across the region submit their photos to the Observer's 2026-27 Weather and Nature Photo Contest.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Eric Snider |
February 5, 2026

From flips to ballet, Ski-A-Rees have done it all on the water since 1957

For nearly 70 years, Sarasota's iconic Ski-A-Rees has blended athleticism, showmanship and community spirit in a tradition that draws hundreds to their beloved Sunday performances.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By S.T. Cardinal |
December 9, 2025

St. Regis arched sign dispute enters next chapter

The Longboat Key Town Commission rescinded its earlier decision, directing town staff to take a fresh look at the town's sign code that might be more inclusive of the arch.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
November 30, 2025

New county court records storage facility is on the way

The Sarasota County Commission approves a lease-to-purchase plan for a new, legal documents storage building closer to the downtown court complex.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
February 20, 2026

Three arrested, two of them juveniles, for armed robbery of a convenience store

The Sarasota Police Department has made arrests in connection with a robbery at gunpoint on Fruitville Road.

Sarasota
News

By Madison Bierl |
February 22, 2026

Lakewood Ranch Community Campout lights a fire for families and friends

Approximately 150 people attended the Lakewood Ranch Community Activities event.

East County
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
February 22, 2026

Inaugural fundraiser awards $100K to combat childhood hunger

Attendees at the first Longboat Key 100 fundraiser heard from Save Our Seabirds, The Paradise Center and Feeding Empty Little Tummies.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
December 29, 2025

Sarasota Athlete of the Year: Kali Barrett

The former Cardinal Mooney girls basketball star became the program's all-time leading scorer while helping the Cougars to their first state title.

Sarasota
Sports

By Jack Nelson |
February 9, 2026

East County Athlete of the Week: Erika Garcia

The Braden River High senior is headed to the state meet with her teammates.

East County
Sports

By Andrew Warfield |
February 19, 2026

'The most dangerous man in Sarasota'

Nearing the end of his tenure as interim city manager, Dave Bullock looks back at his achievements, and forward to the future.

Sarasota
News

By Dana Kampa |
February 3, 2026

Education Center dives into the stories and music of Billy Joel

Biographical historian Susan Benjamin teams up with singer Jay O'Brien to celebrate the life and times of the Piano Man at their latest presentation with The Education Center.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Eric Snider |
February 5, 2026

These tennis players unite for the love of the game — and ribbing each other

A love of tennis — mixed with razzing, rallying (if ever so slowly) and rounding out lives well-lived — keeps a resilient band of buddies on task at a longstanding tennis meetup.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
January 5, 2026

6 social events not to miss in '26

As the next Black Tie season descends upon us, it's chock-full of fundraisers to attend. In addition to a few perennial gems in our selections, there are also some special occasions worth noting.

Black Tie

By S.T. Cardinal |
February 4, 2026

New Pass dredge clears way for more boat traffic

The Lido Key Beach renourishment project will have another beneficial effect: opening up New Pass to boaters, who will see navigational markers return for the first time in eight years.