Reopen Beach Road President Mike Cosentino said the sculpture is a thank you to veterans who help protect free speech.

The next eight episodes continue to follow seven young adults as they navigate relationships, drama and parties on and around Siesta Key.

Money is still a problem for solving Siesta Key's parking problem, but commissioners are moving forward slowly on a number of options.

Residents argue against rule change that would affect proposed buildings higher than 35 feet.

The County Commission voted to purchase the property at 162 Beach Road, but the county and the owners of the 168 Beach Road property have yet to reach an agreement.

The event is in its eighth year, and is changing things up by including a colored lights display.

County commissioners, weighing the future of parking on Siesta Key, hear how paid systems work and can succeed.