FWC to help protect canal manatees
September 8, 2011
Increased regular patrols in the Grand Canal and more ticketing of speeding boaters should serve as reminders about safe speeds, officers say.
Residents lukewarm to No. 1 Beach signs
September 8, 2011
To get around zoning restrictions, county staff has created and erected at SCAT stops on the Key a version of a No. 1 Beach sign that business owners and the island’s county commissioner find aesthetically displeasing.
Video: Horses bridge public and law enforcement
September 8, 2011
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Patrol is a specialized unit that serves neighborhoods, civic functions, holidays and special events.
Siesta Chamber networks at luncheon
September 8, 2011
The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce held a luncheon Sept. 2, at Capt. Curt’s Crab and Oyster Bar. The members enjoyed seafood while they networked and escaped the hot summer sun outside.
Island Beat: Lewis stays true to promise to keep Siesta Village clean
September 8, 2011
Siesta Key Realtor Chris Kernan found out last week that Interim County Administrator Terry Lewis is serious about keeping the Village clean.
Siesta Gulf View home tops this week's sales at $872,000
September 8, 2011
Jeanine Procassini, of Holmdel, N.J., sold her Unit 501 condominium at 420 Beach Road to Alan and Francine Inbinder, Chicago, for $872,000.
Weekly Winner: Morning Shower
September 8, 2011
Arlene Fortsch caught this early morning rain over Little Sarasota Bay.
Home & Garden: Pick the right plants
September 8, 2011
Here are some tips about what to look for when you’re at the nursery choosing plants for your landscape. As you consider possible purchases, select cultivars with brightly colored leaves and/or flowers.
PHOTO GALLERY: East Meets West Chambers of Commerce
September 7, 2011
Local Chambers of Commerce gathered at the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium for a fun networking event.
Photo of the Day: Playing on la playa
September 7, 2011
Vacationers continue to make their way to the no. 1 beach in the country even with the looming gray, cloudy skies. Oscar, 2 1/2, and Emilia, 4 1/2, Estrada enjoyed their Wednesday afternoon making sand castles.
- May
21 Live It Up! with Parkinsons
10:00 am - 2:00 pm - May
21 Humanity Working to End Genocide meeting
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm - May
21 Cat Depot: Volunteer Orientation and Cat Socialization Level 1 Training
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm - May
22 Voice Aerobics with Mary Spremulli, MA, CCC-SLP
10:00 am - 11:00 am
