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On Wednesday morning, water sat on Bayside Drive in the Longbeach Village neighborhood after Hurricane Elsa.
  • By Mark Bergin and Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 7, 2021
Longboat Key dodges most of Elsa's wind and waves

It appears Tropical Storm Eta in November 2020 caused Longboat Key more damage than Hurricane Elsa.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Currently, there are no traffic control measures at the intersection of Lakewood Ranch Boulevard and Balmoral Woods Boulevard/Water Lily Way. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 27, 2022
Construction begins on Lakewood Ranch Blvd. traffic signal at Balmoral/Water Lily

Manatee County schedules the $2.8 million traffic light project in response to residents' requests for a safer intersection.

  • East County
  • News
Terrence Connor was named as the new superintendent of Sarasota County Schools.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • June 14, 2023
Terrence Connor selected as superintendent of Sarasota County Schools

Connor was selected from four candidates considered for the administrative role.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Jeffrey Kahane, music director of the Sarasota Music Festival, will perform, conduct and teach.
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • June 7, 2023
2023 Sarasota Music Festival devotes its program to storytelling

Under music director Jeffrey Kahane, the festival realizes a dream deferred.

  • Arts + Culture
Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • August 22, 2016
FWC looking into mishandling of sea turtle hatchling

An Orlando woman posted a Snapchat video of her holding and following a hatchling on a Longboat Beach.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Bayview Dental Associates |
  • September 12, 2022
Can I Avoid Staining My Teeth After Drinking Red Wine?

Can I Avoid Staining My Teeth After Drinking Red Wine?

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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The town of Longboat Key is exploring the possibility of transition the Longboat Library from a non-profit organization to a Sarasota County-operated service.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 11, 2020
Longboat Library lease extended until June 2024

The town is exploring the possibility of transitioning to a free library service operated by Sarasota County.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch resident Chris Kennedy advanced to the state tournament as an individual in 2004 while playing golf for Cardinal Mooney. Kennedy returns to his alma mater this fall as the Cougars' new boys golf coach.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 22, 2012
Student becomes the teacher

Lakewood Ranch resident Chris Kennedy, a 2006 graduate of Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School, is returning to his alma mater this fall as the Cougars' new boys golf coach.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Dienna family (Maria, Denise, Michael, Ava, Nicki and Matt) advocate for school to start with complete e-learning.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 22, 2020
Virtual woes confound School District of Manatee County

Students' needs must be assessed before being able to move completely online.

  • East County
  • News
Rob Walden, a data center engineer for the School District of Manatee County, helps Bryanna Bacon, a third grader at Ballard Elementary, sign onto Schoology at Ward Temple AME Church in April 2020. File photo.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • March 31, 2021
Federal money could improve internet access in Lakewood Ranch, Manatee County

Manatee County commissioners want to shore up internet service in areas such as East County

  • East County
  • News
This Lake Club home at 15903 Clearlake Ave. is listed at $1.299 million. Courtesy image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 2, 2018
A million reasons to buy in Lakewood Ranch

Million-dollar home market in East County gains momentum.

  • East County
  • News
Brandon Wilson enjoys playing piano because he can play chords and different octaves and can perform solos better than on saxophone. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • May 6, 2020
Lakewood Ranch musician works to inspire others

Brandon Wilson will release three more songs May 22.

  • East County
  • News
A six-classroom addition is being built at Braden River Middle School.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 14, 2021
East Bradenton schools to see new and updated facilities

Several East County schools will see renovations and additions to ease overcrowding and update facilities.

  • East County
  • Schools
Wendy Brandeis with Teddy
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 2, 2023
Unity of Sarasota celebrates the unconditional love of pets

The church's annual pet blessing brought together a variety of dog breeds.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Dr. Mahfouz El Shahawy points out areas of the heart.
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • July 29, 2019
Hopes for a healthier heart

EECP and prevention are two noninvasive ways to keep your heart beating properly

  • Health
Libby Gallups, Judie Rogers and Debbie Emery came in costumes, and in character, as the Sanderson Sisters from "Hocus Pocus." The three friends entertained the crowds by adopting the voices and mannerisms of their characters.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 1, 2023
Attendees dress in costumes to impress for Fright Night on St. Armands Circle

Friends and families put in a group effort with their Halloween costumes for the trick-or-treating event.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • October 2, 2015
Movin' On Up: This Week in Sarasota's new home

Movin' On Up: This Week in Sarasota's new home

  • Arts + Culture
Property appraisers in Manatee and Sarasota counties estimate property values in town rose past $7 billion for the first time.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 4, 2022
Longboat Key property value estimate reaches past $7 billion

The appraisers' offices in Manatee and Sarasota estimate the town's taxable property is worth 13.5% more than last year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kelli Smith began her tenure Monday as Longboat Key’s new police chief. She has 29 years of law enforcement experience.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • October 26, 2020
Conversation with Kelli Smith, Longboat Key's new police chief

Smith has 29 years of law enforcement experience, including roles with the police departments of North Arizona University and the University of Central Florida.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 29, 2022
See Hurricane Ian's impact on Longboat Key

Scenes from the aftermath of the storm on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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