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By Jay Heater |
November 5, 2025

Despite Agent Orange exposure, Vietnam veteran says, 'I would still serve today'

Lakewood Ranch's Herman Martinez says his love of America and veterans still burns bright.

East County
Neighbors

By Dana Kampa |
October 7, 2025

Longboat chamber releases its list of yearly award nominees

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce is bringing in nonprofit and town partners to this year's celebration.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
November 5, 2025

Prominent ODA runner approaches his career finish line

Senior Kevin Gyurka has put his stamp on three Out-of-Door Academy sports programs.

East County
Sports

By Jack Nelson |
October 7, 2025

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Evan Booth

The senior for Sarasota boys' golf placed third at the South Florida PGA West Coast H.S. Championship

Sarasota
Sports

By Observer Staff |
September 18, 2025

Live-work townhomes proposed for North Washington Boulevard

Eight townhomes with individual commercial space on the ground floor planned for a live-work infill project on North Washington Boulevard.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
October 31, 2025

SMH participating in global atrial fibrillation device trial

Sarasota Memorial Hospital is among 100 sites testing a new device for long-term medication use for atrial fibrillation patients.

Sarasota
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
October 15, 2025

GMD renaming would require homework from residents, businesses

Paperwork, addresses and bills will all need updates if Longboat Key changes the name of Gulf of Mexico Drive.

Longboat Key
News

By Madison Bierl |
October 30, 2025

Hob Nob event continues to connect businesses in Lakewood Ranch area

The event, presented by the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance, presents a "networking on the Ranch" atmosphere.

East County
Neighbors

By S.T. Cardinal |
November 19, 2025

Longboat Key Town Commission election will be uncontested

The three seats will go to incumbents Gary Coffin and Sarah Karon, while Nick Gladding will assume District 3.

Longboat Key
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
October 14, 2025

Theatre Odyssey revives its One-Act Play Festival

The festival returns to the Jane B. Cook Theatre after a two-year hiatus.

Arts + Culture

By Dana Kampa |
September 8, 2025

Exotic car show kicks off St. Armands' events season

Proceeds benefit Flight to the North Pole, helping make special holiday memories for families.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
October 10, 2025

Fogartyville hosts free concert and annual open house

Walter Parks and the Unlawful Assembly will perform Sunday, Oct. 12.

Arts + Culture

By S.T. Cardinal |
August 26, 2025

The why behind the 5:01 meeting start time

Town Commission meetings are usually scheduled for an hour on the dot, but Longboat Key has its budget hearings scheduled for 5:01 p.m. in September, a norm for the town since 2017.

Longboat Key
News

By Jay Heater |
August 26, 2025

Senior PGA Championship makes those in the Lakewood Ranch area dream big

Tigers Woods turns 50 in December. Could he join the fun at The Concession?

East County
Sports

By Madison Bierl |
September 30, 2025

Co-teach program at Gullett Elementary allows for extra academic support

In each grade level for first to fifth, there is a classroom with two full-time instructors teaching approximately 30 students.

East County
Schools

By Jack Nelson |
October 20, 2025

East County Athlete of the Week: Kenny DeStefano

The junior for Lakewood Ranch boys' cross-country posted the best time among all Mustangs to finish second individually at the Out-of-Door Invitational.