Longboat Key Chamber focuses on home front
April 24, 2013
The chamber of commerce will offer more island events and a new resident membership.
Lore: Longboaters got last taste of Shenkel's
April 24, 2013
On April 24, 1994, a Longboat Key institution served its final meal.
Leaving town? Learn how to protect your property
April 24, 2013
If you're getting ready to head north for the summer, plan to take the necessary steps now to ensure your home stays safe.
Your Neighbor: Arnie Malasky
April 24, 2013
It started with a smiling, doe-eyed stuffed beaver Arnie Malasky spotted on a business trip to Denver, which he thought would make a perfect gift for his then-girlfriend, Ronnie.
Making a Racket: The Sarasota Open
April 24, 2013
Alex Kuznetsov won a decisive victory Sunday, April 21, defeating Wayne Odesnik 6-0, 6-2 in the final round of the 2013 Sarasota Open. Despite his comfortable lead, Kuznetsov never assumed he had it in the bag.
April 23: Daily Headlines Video
April 23, 2013
Top Stories: Manatee Schools senior leadership reshuffling continues; Revitalization Task Force won't speak at Colony workshop; Sarasota County gets refund for drainage estimate; Volunteers cleanup Sarasota County
PHOTO GALLERY: Key Niners Farewell Luncheon
April 23, 2013
The Key Niners held an end-of-season golf outing followed by a luncheon Tuesday, April 23, in the Longboat Key Club and Resort's Spike and Tees dining room. Club founder Florence Katz and former president Lillian Meckler attended as the guests of honor.
Starr forms alliance with Century 21 Beggins
April 23, 2013
Century 21 Beggins Enterprises will partner with real-estate developer Larry Starr.
April 23: Morning Headlines
April 23, 2013
Morning Headlines: Sarasota Police investigate shooting; Sarasota deputies investigate apparent murder-suicide
Revitalization Task Force won't speak at Colony workshop
April 23, 2013
Longboat Key Revitalization Task Force members presented a 2011 letter to town commissioners this week that urges a swift resolution toward a reopened Colony Beach & Tennis Resort.
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Hat's off to Dee Pelton, volunteers
05/15/13
Dee Pelton held a luncheon that will be tough to top. -
Youth sailors descend on City Island
05/15/13
Approximately 250 people hit the water Saturday, April 20 through Sunday, April 21, for Sailfest. The regatta, Sarasota Youth Sailing's biggest fundraiser of the year, included four classes of competition — Optimus, 420, Laser and Multi-hull — and a barbecue feast. -
Book club sunsets for the season
05/15/13
The Sunset Beach Book Club, in its 10th year, ended this season with a luncheon and discussion of the book “Gone Girl,” by Gillian Flynn, April 18, at Lazy Lobster. Discussion moderator was Ricki Carroll. Together, the group read five books this season.
