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By Lesley Dwyer |
January 13, 2025

New commissioners prepare to 'fight' for higher impact fees

The increase could garner millions more in fees for Manatee County by the end of 2025 if passed.

East County
News

By Eric Garwood |
September 15, 2025

New Mote SEA facility will open in early October

Members get first views on Oct. 6-7 and public on Oct. 8 at its aquarium located near University and I-75 in Sarasota County.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
March 25, 2025

New apartment development on horizon for Sarasota's Park East area

Fruitville Gateway will have 274 apartments, 30 priced affordable.

Sarasota
News

By Madison Bierl |
September 27, 2025

New business owners connect with Lakewood Ranch through coffee

Sip n Brew, a new coffee trailer owned and operated by a Lakewood Ranch family, will be at various locations throughout each week.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

By Lesley Dwyer |
August 25, 2025

Commissioners spar over University Parkway roundabout

One Country Club resident says she will begin legal action because she feels the citizens' rights were violated.

East County
News

By Eric Garwood |
July 29, 2025

Boat trailer on Broadway Street stuck with a wheel of misfortune

A middle-of-the-night mishap on the road is just one of the police reports in this week's edition of Longboat Key Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Madison Bierl |
September 3, 2025

Family comes together to help Myakka City ranch thrive

After death of the family matriarch, Sophi Jo Branscomb has taken over her mom's role on the Sandlot Ranch.

East County
Neighbors

By Carter Weinhofer |
January 28, 2025

Resident reports dog on the loose, results in meeting the neighbor

A woman was worried about a big dog on the loose, and the police call ended in her meeting a new neighbor who owned the dog. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Carter Weinhofer |
April 22, 2025

What to know before sea turtle nesting season begins May 1

From May 1 to Oct. 31, Longboat Key residents will need to adhere to the town's sea turtle protection ordinances which include using turtle-friendly lighting and removing beach furniture at night.

Longboat Key
News

In Memoriam |
September 9, 2025

Sherry Lee Phinney

It is with deep reverence for the gift of her amazing life that the family of Sherry Lee Phinney announce her passing on September 2.

Sarasota
Tributes & Obituaries

By Madison Bierl |
September 1, 2025

Superintendent shares five goals for Manatee County School District

Laurie Breslin graduated from Manatee High School in 1995, and 30 years later, she will run the district.

East County
Schools

By Observer Staff |
April 1, 2025

APRIL FOOL: Tolls proposed for Siesta bridges

Revenues would be earmarked for storm damage repair costs.

April Fools

By Madison Bierl |
September 8, 2025

New school provides relief for previously overcrowded BD Gullett Elementary

After losing 400 students, the Lakewood Ranch school has a more manageable enrollment of 1,000.

East County
Schools

By Emily Walsh |
June 25, 2025

The show will go on

Marina Jack, operated by Suntex Marinas, and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens step up as this year’s sponsors of the city of Sarasota’s Fourth of July fireworks display.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Madison Bierl |
September 16, 2025

LRHS instructor nominated for Yale award by former student

Samantha Biggs, now the assistant principal at Lakewood Ranch High School, received the 2025 Yale Educator Award.

East County
Schools

By Ian Swaby |
August 21, 2025

See how a renowned sculptor creates plaster casts of community members

Sculptor Rigoberto Torres is bringing his community lifecasting to The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art for its upcoming exhibition "Nuestro Vaivén (Our Sway)."

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
September 9, 2025

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Sept. 11-17

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

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Vinnie Portell |
July 24, 2025

East County Athlete of the Week: Jake O'Neal

The Lakewood Ranch rising senior has had a standout summer on the diamond.

East County
Sports

By Andrew Warfield |
August 7, 2025

New CEO brings airport rebirth expertise to SRQ

Paul Hoback helped remake Pittsburgh International Airport into "the best origin and destination airport we can be." Now he aims to carry on a similar legacy built by Rick Piccolo at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

Sarasota
News

By Monica Roman Gagnier |
September 3, 2025

Music director's exit ushers in period of change at the Sarasota Music Festival

The 2026 festival will be scaled back to two weeks and curated by faculty members.

Arts + Culture

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