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In Memoriam |
December 1, 2025

Milan Vlaisavljevich Adrian

Beloved father of Amanda Adrian and devoted husband to Linda Adrian, passed away on 11/25 in his adopted hometown of Longboat Key, Florida, at the age of 80.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Madison Bierl |
January 28, 2026

Amputation of her 174-pound left leg gives Manatee County teen a new life

Braden River Middle student Jasmine Ramirez suffered with an overgrowth syndrome that had impacted most of her young life.

East County
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
January 10, 2026

New Year, New You expo provides health resources at The Mall at UTC

The event, hosted by Lakewood Ranch Community Activities and presented by Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, brought together 60 vendors revolving around health and wellness.

East County
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
December 30, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Jan. 1-7

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Lesley Dwyer |
January 14, 2026

Prescribed burns are a hot topic in Manatee County

The county's burn team set fire to 13,950 acres of preserves last year to safeguard residents and wildlife.

East County
News

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 Dana Kampa |
January 20, 2026

New charity on Longboat aims to gift $100K

Inspired by an effort originating in Wisconsin, seven local leaders are coming together to coordinate a large-scale gift to an organization in need of a boost.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
December 8, 2025

Love of cows adds spice to Lakewood Ranch business

Moo-Jitsu is a new spice company that brands itself through a love of cows and jiu jitsu.

East County
Business

By Lesley Dwyer |
November 1, 2025

Outback Steakhouse opens in Lakewood Ranch on Nov. 11

The popular Australian-themed restaurant will open on the corner of State Road 70 and Crossland Trail on Nov. 11.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
January 26, 2026

A son of the theater helps a venue come into its own

Ben Turoff has put the Glenridge Performing Arts Center on the map.

Arts + Culture

By S.T. Cardinal |
December 10, 2025

Longboat firefighter receives rare Medal of Honor award for action

Given only twice in the past 15 years, the medal was one of several awards given out at the Longboat Key Fire Department's annual program.

Longboat Key
News

In Memoriam |
January 2, 2026

Helen Rhodes Woodward Searle

Helen Rhodes Woodward Searle, 79, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Sarasota
Tributes & Obituaries

By Dana Kampa |
January 20, 2026

Audible founder Don Katz reminisces with Bird Key Yacht Club members

Just after the audiobook company celebrated its 30th anniversary, the founder had a blast from the past meeting one guest.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
December 16, 2025

Essay contest winners named by VFW Post 12055 Braden River

Of the seven winners for this year's Voice of Democracy essay contest, six of them are Braden River High School students, and five are part of JROTC.

East County
Schools

By Andrew Warfield |
January 12, 2026

Police department debuts mobile Sarasota Learning Center

Sarasota Police Department's new tech-rich trailer will be deployed by the Community Relations Division to take technology to many who don't have access.