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By S.T. Cardinal |
December 16, 2025

Longboat Key's Durante Park reopens after hurricane repairs

Fourteen months after the 2024 hurricanes, boardwalks on the 1.4-mile walking trail have been repaired, and the park has reopened to visitors.

Longboat Key
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
October 28, 2025

Two enter Longboat Town Commission race

Gary Coffin and Nick Gladding have submitted their names to be in running for Districts 1 and 3, respectively.

Longboat Key
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
November 4, 2025

Town manager, attorney get solid reviews from commissioners

Longboat Key Town Commission agreed to give Howard Tipton a 3% raise while Maggie Mooney’s firm may see an amended contract.

Longboat Key
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
February 4, 2026

Town’s investment portfolio logs solid performance in 2025

In all, the town of Longboat Key has $83.4 million in investments and cash, much from debt issued to the town that it reinvests while large capital projects are planned and executed.

Longboat Key
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
January 20, 2026

Man waits until 1:30 for pop star to return to Longboat Key restaurant

A man swore he saw Sabrina Carpenter, thought it was fate and returned to the restaurant hours later waiting for her to return. This and other Longboat Key police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Madison Bierl |
November 28, 2025

Market at Nathan Benderson Park provides midweek shopping

The new Sarasota market began Oct. 21 and will run weekly on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

East County
Neighbors

By Eric Garwood |
December 29, 2025

Police issue advisory on New Year's parking, drinking, shooting

Sarasota's signature Pineapple Drop takes place at the height of a 12-hour downtown celebration.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
December 18, 2025

In new year, Sarasota parents may have 3 days to excuse absence

The Sarasota County Schools Board will gather public comment Jan. 20 on a new policy that will make the window to excuse an absence consistent across schools.

Sarasota
Schools

By Mark Gordon |
November 19, 2025

Ambitious nonprofit resolves to help more military veterans

With new space at the ready, Kendra Simpkins has big plans for Operation Warrior Resolution — dedicated to providing holistic mental health services for the region's veterans.

East County
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
December 24, 2025

All I want for Christmas for the Lakewood Ranch area …

Observer readers talk about things that could make our home an even better place to live.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
January 19, 2026

Grant helps St. Jude Catholic Church serve those in need during the holidays

St. Jude Catholic Church was awarded a $10,000 grant on Aug. 22, 2025 from the Kathleen K. Catlin Foundation of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Jay Heater |
December 24, 2025

After five decades, this Lakewood Ranch Santa continues to spread joy and more

Rich Vannucci, who still wears the Santa suit his mother made for him 50 years ago, isn't ready to put a wrap on his career.

East County
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
January 28, 2026

What to know about local prep baseball as season approaches

The FHSAA regular season begins Feb. 9, but preseason classic tournaments will be underway even sooner.

Sarasota
Sports

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 24, 2025

With one no, Manatee County approves $1.3 billion budget

Commissioner Bob McCann was the only commissioner to vote against the approval.

East County
News

By Madison Bierl |
January 6, 2026

School choice selections now open in Manatee County schools

Families can apply for their children to attend an out-of-zone school through Jan. 31.

East County
Schools

By Dana Kampa |
October 8, 2025

Yoga instructor, town officials at odds over beach classes

Longboaters debate beach usage after a yogi faces new fees and regulations for sunset classes at Bayfront Park beach.

Longboat Key
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
November 11, 2025

Nik Wallenda teams up with LECOM for holiday circus

The medical college bought three-year naming rights to the new Wonderland tent.

Arts + Culture

By Eric Snider |
November 18, 2025

This Lakewood Rancher has found success. Now he helps others do the same.

Grew up poor in a faltering communist country. Bullied in school. Served in combat zones as a U.S. Marine. Sold copiers. Eric Konovalov has done all that — and a lot more.