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Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport expects to serve 4.3 million passengers in 2023, up from 1.3 mlllion in 2019.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • October 19, 2023
SRQ nears final approval for commercial development

One more City Commission vote remains in the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport's quest to win rezoning to build revenue-producing properties.

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  • Observer Staff
  • October 19, 2023
Sarasota deputies investigate murder-suicide in Clark Road business shooting

A shooting inside veterinary clinic KindVet left two dead. A social media post provides clues to the motive.

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With lush preserved natural areas and established grass, Bobby Jones Golf Club appears ready for play.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • October 19, 2023
Bobby Jones Golf Club rates are set for first year of play

A dynamic pricing process will determine the rates by the minute. City residents will receive a 10% discount.

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The Greenbrook Adventure Park pavilion was burned down over the Fourth of July 2023 and is expected to be rebuilt by July 2024.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • October 19, 2023
Greenbrook Adventure Park pavilion rebuild due in July

The Inter-District Authority is working on the design of the new pavilion after the previous one was destroyed by fireworks in July.

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  • Andrew Warfield
  • October 18, 2023
City lobbyist act proposal meets with lukewarm response

Sarasota city commissioners are skeptical of the need for Erik Arroyo's ordinance to require paid lobbyists to register with the city.

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Sergeant Sean Butler spent 24 years with the NYPD. Now, he helps the people of Longboat Key.
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  • Carter Weinhofer
  • October 18, 2023
One night on patrol with the Longboat Key Police

What happens after sunset on Longboat Key? A reporter finds out on patrol with LBKPD.

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Andy Butterfield is named chief of staff, a brand new position within the Manatee County government.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • October 18, 2023
Manatee County adds a chief of staff position

Andy Butterfield was the frontrunner for the county administrator position before commissioners decided on Charlie Bishop.

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The pool at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club's Athletic Center is being renovated. Work is scheduled to be complete by Dec. 1.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • October 18, 2023
Renovated pool on schedule at Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club

The new hard-shell pool will be completed in December and include a larger area for water aerobics.

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The potential Longboat Key Community Center would be located in Whitney Plaza's largest building, at 6810 Gulf of Mexico Drive.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • October 18, 2023
Manatee, Longboat work on Whitney Plaza community center agreements

Suggestions for use of the potential center include adult learning classes and hosting events.

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Goodwill Manasota President and CEO Donn Githens (second from left) with the Community Ambassador Awards Luncheon honorees (from left) Rob Kehs, Dora Talamantes, Tom Waters and Bill Isaac
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  • Observer Staff
  • October 18, 2023
Goodwill Manasota revives its Community Ambassador of the Year Awards

The awards recognizing community service were last given in 2019.

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Town rules only cover size of docks and permanent structures.
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  • Carter Weinhofer
  • October 18, 2023
State bill delays Longboat Key ordinance aimed at tighter canal regulations

The town was ready to propose an ordinance to address canal navigability concerns, but Florida Senate Bill 250 put things on pause.

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The Payne Park Connector will link the Legacy Trail to the Ringling Trail along Ringling Boulevard.
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  • Observer Staff
  • October 18, 2023
City to share Payne Park-Legacy Trail connector details

A public information meeting will be held Oct. 26.

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  • Carter Weinhofer
  • October 17, 2023
Longboat Bayfront Park pickleball courts close temporarily for resurfacing

The shared courts at Bayfront Park remain open for play.

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Sarasota County Mosquito Management patrols the entire county with a full-time crew of 20 and 11 more seasonal workers, treating for larvae and adult populations.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 17, 2023
Mosquito-borne illness warning issued for Sarasota County

A single case of West Nile Virus has been confirmed.

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Ron Scott has no typical day as Longboat Key's security analyst, but his main focus is to enhance the town's cybersecurity.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • October 17, 2023
Longboat’s first security analyst protects town government from online threats

Ron Scott brings more than two decades of IT experience to help bolster the town’s online security.

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