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By Madison Bierl |
January 7, 2026

Sarasota County reevaluates need for new schools to serve Waterside

Jody Dumas, the executive director of facility services for Sarasota County Schools, said their two properties in Lakewood Ranch might sit empty for longer than anticipated.

East County
Schools

By Dana Kampa |
November 26, 2025

Longboat Island Chapel prepares for Christmas in the Garden

The beloved tradition on Longboat Key's north end returns on Nov. 30 and features decorated trees and nine-gig musical lineup.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
December 1, 2025

Christmas comes early to Longboat's north end

Attendees packed the grounds of Longboat Island Chapel on Nov. 30 for the opening evening of Christmas in the Garden.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By S.T. Cardinal |
December 19, 2025

Sarasota County commissioners pick chair, vice chair

Ron Cutsinger will serve as chair of the Sarasota County Commission in 2026 and Mark Smith will serve as vice chair.

Sarasota
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
September 2, 2025

Swimmer drowns off Anna Maria Island

Rescue crews from various agencies searched extensively for the swimmer who was last seen off Bean Point in Anna Maria Island Sunday evening.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
October 17, 2025

Morton's Firehouse Chili Cook-Off still going strong in 25th year

The event features over a dozen fire stations from Sarasota and beyond, competing for the awards for best chili and best booth.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
January 13, 2026

Grandson's paper knight inspires local author's first children's book

The adventures of Sir Knight take him to the beaches of Lido Key and beyond in this heart-warming tale of love and acceptance.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
January 20, 2026

Dance fitness studio opens new Lakewood Ranch location

The business offers a variety of dance and fitness classes while aiming to be a judgement-free space.

East County
Business

By Madison Bierl |
December 7, 2025

Lakewood Ranch music fans aren't crying the blues after festival

Seven blues bands entertained a crowd of about 800 at Waterside Park.

East County
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
January 5, 2026

The time is right for the Ten-Minute Play Festival

Theatre Odyssey’s annual showcase of new works by Florida playwrights returns to the Jane B. Cook Theatre.

Arts + Culture

By Observer Staff |
January 1, 2026

Sarasota's top moments of the year, in pictures

There were plenty of ups and downs in the past 12 months, and the Sarasota/Siesta Key Observer was there to capture it all. Here are some of our favorite moments of 2025.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
February 6, 2026

Nonprofits to host Valentine's comedy fundraiser in Lakewood Ranch

Three local comedians will perform stand-up comedy to raise funds for Harbor58, Foster the Family and Bring on the Ministry.

East County
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
January 13, 2026

Public Works looks to past and future of storm management

Longboat Key Public Works Director Charlie Mopps appeared as the Rotary Club's latest guest speaker, giving insights into how the department operates.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By S.T. Cardinal |
February 3, 2026

Manatee County Appraiser promises to fix costly mistake in this year's tax rolls

The town of Longboat Key doesn't know how much an error by the Manatee County Property Appraiser cost it in 2025 tax revenue, estimating it to be at least $500,000.