Garden Club awards $2,000 for python eradication
November 11, 2009
The grant will fund training for Sarasota County employees and New College environmental students.
Planners to discuss Islandside project next
November 11, 2009
Town special counsel attorney Nancy Stroud told the Planning and Zoning Board Wednesday, Nov. 11, that the Islandside gulf-planned development can be amended to allow for more development.
Coalition disputes project
November 11, 2009
Islandside Property Owners Coalition attorney Michael Furen said the Longboat Key Club and Resort’s $400 million project is “not about the economic needs of the community ... ”
Firefighters and town can’t agree on contract
November 11, 2009
The town’s labor attorney, Reynolds Allen, said the town cannot offer a new contract that costs the town any money.
The Observer announces contest winners
November 11, 2009
This year's "It's Read Everywhere" contest traveled to the World Wide Web on YourObserver.com and asked readers to upload their submissions and vote for their favorites.
FDOT schedules road construction meeting
November 10, 2009
The Florida Department of Transportation will host a public information meeting next week to inform barrier island residents about upcoming construction projects.
Ida likely will cause beach erosion
November 9, 2009
Longboat Key officials warn of wind gusts, severe thunderstorms, potential flooding and rip currents as Tropical Storm Ida churns by in the Gulf of Mexico.
- Jun
1 Floridafitfest and 5K Treasure Run
9:00 am - 4:00 pm - Jun
8 World Oceans Day Family Festival
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Miller shares Longboat lore
05/22/13
David Miller gave the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key a history lesson Thursday, May 16, when he shared his memories of early island life. -
Kiwanians get club recognition
05/22/13
The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key recently received "Distinguished Club" status from Kiwanis International for its efforts during the 2011-12 year. -
Hat's off to Dee Pelton, volunteers
05/15/13
Dee Pelton held a luncheon that will be tough to top.
