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By Lesley Dwyer |
October 22, 2025

Manatee County commissioner calls DOGE audit 'accurate'

Commissioner Bob McCann said it's time to "tighten the belt and cut some people loose."

East County
News

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 4, 2025

Stormwater fees are back on the table in Manatee County

After a brutal 2024 hurricane season, commissioners are looking to residents to help fund stormwater solutions.

East County
News

By Eric Garwood |
October 17, 2025

Fourth candidate files to run for Sarasota City Commission

Two at-large seats will be up for grabs in 2026.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
September 13, 2025

Lido Key ranks among top trending fall vacation destinations

With online searches more the tripling the year prior, vacation rental marketplace HomeToGo rates the Sarasota barrier island sixth in trending growth.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
April 1, 2025

All Faiths Food Bank hosts Walk to End Summer Hunger

The annual walk kicked off the food bank's Campaign Against Summer Hunger.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Andrew Warfield |
April 1, 2025

Sarasota Planning Board rejects alley vacation for multifamily development

The two-tower Saravela application moves on to the City Commission without an endorsement from the Planning Board, which cited a lack of a site plan in its recommendation to deny the vacation of Fourth Way.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
August 5, 2025

Meeting on planned Sailing Squadron building set for Aug. 13

Sarasota Sailing Squadron is seeking a zoning waiver for planned Youth Education Building.

Sarasota
News

By Ian Swaby |
October 16, 2025

Kids enjoy therapy dogs at Gulf Gate Library

Captured moments of talk and "aww" as Sarasota children read aloud to some furry pals on a weekly basis.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Madison Bierl |
July 22, 2025

Jeff's Bagel Run to open in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch residents Chris and Megan Matras are eager to bring the Jeff's Bagel Run franchise to Lakewood Ranch.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Lesley Dwyer |
September 3, 2025

Volunteers, mangrove health, tech lead to better Sarasota Bay water quality

Mangroves have an array of benefits, from increasing water quality to reducing wave strength to providing habitat for small fish and seabirds.

Longboat Key
News

By Dana Kampa |
October 8, 2025

St. Boniface hosts paw-inspiring event for pet owners

Rev. Nikki Seger led the Siesta Key church's annual pet blessing on Saturday.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Lesley Dwyer |
April 20, 2025

Dakin Bull Bash attracts hundreds to Myakka City

The Elite Bullriders Association event includes mutton busting, bull riding and barrel racing.

East County
Neighbors

By S.T. Cardinal |
September 25, 2025

Longboat Key finalizes $24.1 million budget

The unanimous approval was a formality after months of discussions about funding priorities in a year following back-to-back hurricanes in 2024.

Longboat Key
News

By Dana Kampa |
June 20, 2025

Gates open at Sarasota parking structures

The city of Sarasota is opening up the gates at main parking structures, giving visitors 15 minutes to pay for parking.

Sarasota
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
September 10, 2025

Longboat residents raise houses, foundations in storm rebuild

Stilts, raised lot elevations and unique construction techniques are all being utilized by Longboaters.

Longboat Key
News

By Ian Swaby |
August 3, 2025

Bike Rodeo event highlights bike safety as school year approaches

The event, held at the Sarasota City YMCA, donated 32 bikes and some 40 helmets.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
June 24, 2025

Former Rays pitcher is behind new Raining Berries location in Sarasota

The new Raining Berries location is co-owned by former MLB player and World Series Champion Edwin Jackson and Super Bowl champion star Kenneth Gainwell.