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By Eric Garwood |
May 31, 2021

Longboat Key Cops Corner: A topless swimmer, a frisky raccoon and very lost wallet

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Harry Sayer |
July 5, 2022

A new school year often means a big transition

Students and parents reflect on moving into middle school and high school.

Sarasota
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
November 3, 2022

North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton leads nation in new business employment

The region is not only the top mid-size metro area in the country for job creation by new businesses. By percentage of total employment, it tops all metros.

Sarasota
News

By Ryan Kohn |
April 6, 2022

ODA junior ranks third in Class 1A boys pole vault

ODA junior Tyler Beck aims to soar to a state medal in the pole vault.

East County
Sports

By Cassidy Alexander |
September 18, 2017

State giving free lunch and breakfast to all Sarasota County students through Oct. 20

Nearly 3,000 schools and 2.5 million students in 48 counties were given this opportunity.

Sarasota
Schools

By David Conway |
March 18, 2021

Developer revisits affordable housing project

With a deadline extension from the city, developers renew plans to build 393 workforce apartments.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
March 4, 2021

Cops Corner: Sarasota 3.4.21

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Sarasota
Cops Corner

By Ryan Kohn |
August 12, 2020

Local professional wrestler loves the sport, not the flashiness

Erick Stevens is presenting a livestreamed wrestling event on Aug. 22 as part of his comeback tour.

East County
Sports

By Kurt Schultheis |
October 6, 2010

Building-fee study debated

A building-permit fee study suggests contractors should pay a deposit fee for renovation and new construction permits.

Longboat Key
News

By Jay Heater |
April 19, 2023

New cook revamps menu at Legacy Golf Club's restaurant

Former New England restaurant/bakery owner David Spagnuolo has brought pizza to the restaurant with hopes of bringing in more non-golfers.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Eric Garwood |
April 18, 2022

Presentation explains ins and outs of electric cars

Charging facts, how EVs fit into Longboaters' lifestyles were among the topics covered.

Longboat Key
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
July 6, 2022

Mystery artist upgrades signage at Quick Point Nature Preserve

Follow the birding trail to the boardwalk to find the painting.

Longboat Key
News

By Pam Eubanks |
May 6, 2020

East County physical education teachers connect with students through cycling

Lost cockatiel flies away from Lakewood Ranch home but returned after safe landing in Myakka City.

East County
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 12, 2023

Growing up on Longboat Key

Gabriella Vinson is one of the youngest and most long-term residents on the island.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
March 25, 2023

Roundabout coming to busy Siesta Key intersection

The Sarasota County Commission has approved the $2.9 million roundabout at Midnight Pass and Beach roads. The seven-month project will begin in the second half of 2024.

Sarasota
News

By Eric Snider |
August 16, 2022

Lakewood Ranch Rotarians ensure every kid gets the chance to love reading

A retired educator who moved to Lakewood Ranch in 2010, Ted Lindenberg is a fervent advocator for childhood literacy — one book and one child at a time.

East County
Neighbors

By Kurt Schultheis |
December 29, 2010

News briefs

Community news and notes

Longboat Key
News

By Ryan Kohn |
July 12, 2022

East County Athlete of the Week: Jacqueline Putrino

The Lakewood Ranch-based, Florida State-bound golfer finished tied for fifth at the FSGA Women's Amateur Stroke Play Championship, held July 8-10 in Placida.