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An adult bald eagle sits on the tree that houses the nest on Buttonwood Drive.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • November 13, 2024
Safety concerns prompt eagle nest removal debate in Longboat neighborhood

The bald eagle nest in the tree on Buttonwood Drive may now pose a threat to a homeowner's property because of hurricane damage.

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The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall was built over fill, which created land on what was formerly Sarasota Bay.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • November 13, 2024
Van Wezel damage may reach $10 million

With multiple shows hanging in the balance, Executive Director Mary Bensel tells the city's Purple Ribbon Committee the race is on to reopen on Jan. 1.

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Asst. Chief Martin Szalbirak awarded Firefighter Paramedic David Oliger, Firefighter Paramedic Tirso Guerrero and Lt. Daniel Heath with a Phoenix Award.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • November 12, 2024
Longboat Key Fire Rescue recognizes valor at annual awards ceremony

Crew members were awarded medals and awards for apt responses to rescue calls and dedication to the department at the annual ceremony.

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Ann MacClellan will open her third Island Kids Child Care Center. She has two locations in Grand Island, New York and will tentatively open her third location Nov. 18 in Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • November 12, 2024
Island Kids Child Care Center to open in Lakewood Ranch

Owner Ann MacClellan seeks to put her passion for education into caring for children.

  • East County
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Harry, Lynn and Hal Christensen.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • November 12, 2024
Most Longboat Key restaurants are open

Staple restaurants on the Key shared what it is like being open after two hurricanes devastated the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Mira Mar has stood on South Palm Avenue since 1923.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • November 12, 2024
Developer takes first step to restore and redevelop the Mira Mar site

Seaward Development has a pre-application conference with the Development Review Committee to start the rezoning process from Downtown Core to Downtown Bayfront.

  • Sarasota
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Erik Arroyo speaks to his fellow city commissioners, staff and residents during his final address as a Sarasota city commissioner.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • November 11, 2024
Arroyo relieved to be relieved of City Commission seat

The outgoing District 3 representative and former mayor pledges to remain involved as the next Sarasota City Commission is sworn in without him.

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Several beachfront properties on Longboat were severely damaged from Hurricane Helene's storm surge.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 9, 2024
FEMA aid deadlines for storm assistance on the horizon

The deadline to get FEMA aid for damage from Hurricane Debby is fast approaching.

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Sarasota Police make four arrests in October downtown assault
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 8, 2024
Sarasota Police make four arrests in October downtown assault

Four teens charged with beating a 67-year-old man.

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Sarasota resident Kelly Franklin's opposition to the approval of outdoor seating at Corona Cigar Bar in downtown is central to her legal battle with City Commissioner Kyle Battie.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • November 8, 2024
Judge dismisses amended complaint against Battie 'with prejudice'

Sarasota resident Kelly Franklin has 30 days to appeal ruling in defamation case against City Commissioner Kyle Battie.

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A rendering by SB Architects of the west (right) and east towers proposed to replace the Hyatt Regency hotel adjacent to The Quay.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • November 8, 2024
Hyatt redevelopment still faces many obstacles

Developer Kolter Urban cites internal city "crossfire" over conflicts along Boulevard of the Arts as several other issues remain unresolved.

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Resident Terri Driver spotted a green iguana on a Longboat Key beach.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • November 7, 2024
Invasive green iguana spotted on Longboat

Green iguanas are considered an invasive species in Florida and should be removed, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

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  • News
Cross Street is a one-block, one-way street between South Pineapple and South Orange avenues.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • November 7, 2024
Developer wins city vacation of Cross Street

The transfer of right of way will allow developer Orange Pineapple to incorporate an enhanced street into its redevelopment plans of several downtown blocks adjacent to Burns Court.

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The Sarasota Police Department will install speed detection cameras at six schools throughout the city.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • November 6, 2024
Speed cameras coming to six school zones

The Sarasota City Commission approved contract with vendor RedSpeed to install detections devices that can result in $100 fines.

  • Sarasota
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Republican Party of Sarasota County Chairman Jack Brill introduced four Republican Hospital Board winners. From left to right: Sharon Wetzler DePeters, Pam Beitlich, Sarah Lodge and Kevin Cooper.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 6, 2024
GOP dominates Election Day in Sarasota

A near-record 84% of registered voters in Sarasota County cast ballots Tuesday, preliminary data shows.

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