Save our Siesta Sand 2 is preparing to take the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to federal court.

While the project developer rolls out a marketing campaign, critics are raising concerns about improper procedure.

A dispute over a closed segment of Siesta Key roadway has led to a November referendum. Even when all the votes are counted, the fight will be far from over.

As customers stay away, driven by beach conditions, cutbacks in operating hours and staff layoffs begin to mount.

Tests last week showed higher-than-acceptable levels of bacteria at several county beaches, though testing has improved at Siesta Beach and Lido Beach.

The County Commission is set to consider a proposed 24-acre mixed-use development on Stickney Point Road later this year.

Deputies say he fired 10-15 rounds inside a Siesta Key home. No one was injured.