Colony subcommittee picks developer
May 1, 2013
A committee has chosen Stamford, Conn.-based JHM Financial Group LLC to redevelop the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort.
May 1: Daily Headlines Video
May 1, 2013
Today's Stories: Klauber files compromise plan; Nature Park to open soon; Season's first turtle nest found on Longboat; The thrill of the grill
Klauber files compromise plan
May 1, 2013
The reorganization plan calls for all assets in one party's hands to restore the resort.
L'Ambiance sale makes Sarasota County history
May 1, 2013
A penthouse in the Islandside community sold for $6.75 million — the highest amount recorded countywide for a condo.
Bridge study could span three years
May 1, 2013
FDOT is in the beginning phases of studying whether to repair or replace the structurally deficient bridge that connects Bradenton Beach and the mainland.
Town prepares to consolidate boards
May 1, 2013
General employees are voting on whether they would rather join the Florida Retirement System pension plan or have an alternative retirement account.
Season's first turtle nest found on Longboat
May 1, 2013
The first nest was discovered one day ahead of nesting season on the Sarasota County side of the Key.
Library to check out new model
May 1, 2013
Library board members hope to gain town and county funding by possibly dropping membership fees.
Turtle nesting season begins tomorrow
May 1, 2013
Beginning tomorrow, it's lights out for the sea turtles.
April 30: Daily Headlines Video
April 30, 2013
Top Stories: Gas odor causes Peltz shoes, others to evacuate; Bullock outlines Colony initiatives; Dr. Beach names Siesta Key Beach in top six beaches in Florida; John McKenna plays kazoo at concert
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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.
