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Residents came by boat and personal watercraft for the second Party on the Pass hosted by Save Our Siesta Sand 2 a group in opposition to the dredging of Big Pass.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 21, 2016
Residents party on Big Pass in opposition of dredging

Save Our Siesta Sand 2 hosts Party on the Pass 2016 to increase opposition for dredging.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • August 21, 2016
Candidates clash at primary primer

Sarasota-Manatee candidates discussed education and environmental concerns, in addition to other policy positions, ahead of August 30 primary.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 20, 2016
Christ Church holds potluck dinner

The church held one of their monthly gatherings on Aug. 20.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 20, 2016
Women celebrate voting rights

The Women's League of Voters hosted its annual Equity Day Luncheon today.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 20, 2016
Mote celebrates sharks with Fins and Fun Family Festival

Guests enjoyed live music, arts and crafts, face painting and games while learning about the importance of sharks.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
This aerial shows Rye Road's intersection with State Road 64.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 20, 2016
Input sought for possible S.R. 64/Rye Road project

FDOT seeks public opinion before considering construction.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Panther Ridge homeowners have placed signs like this one throughout their community, as well as along State Road 70, to raise awareness within their community and neighboring ones. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 19, 2016
Helistop proposal lands at Commission meeting

Neighbors, Golf Club jockey for success

  • East County
  • News
Photo by John Joseph Revisky
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • August 19, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Aug. 25

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 19, 2016
Whole Foods' development case dismissed

A judge today ruled developer SJ Collins can move forward with development of an 8-acre parcel at Honore Avenue and University Parkway.

  • East County
  • News
Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 19, 2016
Summit to help launch careers for young professionals

Young Professionals Group Summit promises to have attendees back to work by lunch time.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
Longboat Key Police Department investigates after undamaged boat sinks.
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • August 19, 2016
Swamped or sunk? Longboat police investigate

Victim having boat raised and examined

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • August 19, 2016
Theater review: '42nd Street'

'42nd Street' kicks up its heels at Manatee Players

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
A sign marking the Big Pass shoal stands at the entrance of Big Pass from Sarasota Bay. Several Siesta Key groups have spoken in opposition to dredging Big Pass to renourish Lido Key.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • August 19, 2016
SOSS2 to host second Party on the Pass

Efforts to reopen Beach Road will also be highlighted at this year’s Party on the Pass hosted by Save our Siesta Sands 2.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Some residents expressed a desire to see the current concessionaire remain at the Lido Beach pavilion.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 18, 2016
Residents still skeptical about Lido pavilion proposal

After scaling down a restaurant and removing a mini-golf course from the plans, a potential new vendor for the Lido pool and pavilion has made some progress with residents.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The front door of the Pavilion Conference Center at Colony Beach and Tennis Club reveals the demolition that has already leveled much of the building.
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • August 18, 2016
Demolition only activity at Colony Beach and Tennis Club ghost town

Demolition only activity at Colony Beach and Tennis Club ghost town

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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