Veterans Affairs
November 17, 2011
This year, Veterans Day fell on a truly unique day: 11/11/11, and there was no shortage of local patriotic celebrations to commemorate veterans’ services to our country.
Lift station project on schedule
November 17, 2011
A $9.5 million lift station project is on schedule to be completed in June. It’s the largest lift station project the city has undertaken.
Businesses question city of Sarasota's 'nightclub designation' mandate
November 17, 2011
Two restaurant owners who want to serve liquor in their eateries took offense to a new 'nightclub designation' city code mandates.
News Briefs
November 17, 2011
Beach stormwater project grant extension likely; PALS training bolsters students; County to mark Honore improvements
Making masterpieces out of sand hills
November 17, 2011
The traffic snaking along Stickney Point Road, on down to Beach Road, was a testament Sunday to the popularity of the second Siesta Key Crystal Classic Master Sandsculpting Competition.
ISLAND BEAT: At long last, Siesta Key welcomes a fish market Crystal Classic shines spotlight on No. 1 beach
November 17, 2011
Anyone who missed the second Crystal Classic Master Sandsculpting Competition Nov. 10-14 on the Key missed truly extraordinary art.
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Bob Saget
November 16, 2011
Famous comedian Bob Saget is coming to town! He'll perform at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at Van Wezel. Read these five things to learn more about Saget.
BREAKING: Gas line struck on Ocean Boulevard
November 16, 2011
As workers Wednesday, Nov. 16, began construction of the new wrought-iron fence at the intersection of Treasure Boat Way and Ocean Boulevard, they struck a gas line, a county staff member informed representatives of Siesta organizations.
PHOTO GALLERY: Out-of-Door Academy Vet Celebration
November 15, 2011
Grandpas, fathers, mothers and children were recognized for their service as veterans at Out-Of-Door Academy on Friday, Nov. 11. The children sang patriotic songs and student council members honored each veteran individually.
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Foggy Fishing
November 15, 2011
Whether or not the weather is good, people will still find a way to go out fishing.
- May
26 Tribute to Heroes Parade - Main St LWR
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm - May
28 Braden River Soccer Club Try-outs
6:00 pm - May
29 LWRBA May Membership Lunch
11:30 am - 1:00 pm - May
31 May YLA Breakfast "Legendary Leaders"
7:30 am - 9:00 am
