Village crosswalks to shed light on pedestrian safety
March 15, 2012
The Sarasota County Commission Tuesday unanimously approved the installation of bollards with lights at all the Siesta Village crosswalks, to improve pedestrian safety.
News Briefs
March 15, 2012
Youth may register for free Orioles clinic; Second public meeting set for Gulf Gate Library; Background-check fingerprint process changed
Siesta Key has long tradition of putting county on the map
March 15, 2012
In a 15-minute history lesson, a county official traced the Key from its first recognition, on Spanish maps in the 1500s, to its No. 1 beach status.
County budget could take unanticipated $10-million hit
March 15, 2012
A judge’s ruling and legislative action last week could have a negative impact of more than $10 million on Sarasota County’s 2013 fiscal-year budget.
More county parks to permit dogs
March 15, 2012
The commission agreed with a recommendation to open up more of its county parks to dogs.
Siesta sewer project discussion delayed
March 15, 2012
The Sarasota County Commission has postponed discussion of the next step in its Siesta Key sewage project until the morning of March 28, at the County Administration Center.
BUSINESS OBSERVER
March 15, 2012
Tervis, the insulated drink ware manufacturer in Venice, has announced the promotion of Richard Kaplan, of Siesta Key, to president and chief brand officer.
Sarasota School District puts off decisions suggested by analysis
March 15, 2012
After reviewing the results of MGT of America’s analysis of district expenses, the Sarasota County School Board elected to delay following the consultant group's major suggestions.
Temple to host Holocaust boxcar
March 15, 2012
The German boxcar was used to transport victims of the Holocaust to concentration and death camps.
Sarasota County's 76th fair to feature family-style fun
March 15, 2012
This year's fair will feature a variety of food, fun and entertainment.
- May
22 Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance May Morning Express Networking Social - SCF "How SCF Supports Local Business"
7:30 am - 9:00 am - 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
