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David Wolff Jr. works to tie off a series of mini reefs in Longboat Key. Similar installations have been made in Siesta Key's Grand Canal. (Photo by Eric Garwood)
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  • Observer Staff
  • June 7, 2022
Siesta residents begin gathering data from canal project

Mini reefs and oyster gardens are intended to attract the kind of marine life that will naturally cleanse the water.

  • Siesta Key
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Bob Harrigan broadcasted live from the Longboat Key Club.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • June 7, 2022
Annual disaster prep seminar readies residents for an active hurricane season

Increasing climate temperatures are leading to more hurricanes, data shows. And having a plan in place before a storm hits is key.

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    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • June 6, 2022
Sarasota Affordable Housing Town Hall set for June 13

Sarasota Planning Director Steve Cover and Housing Authority President and CEO William Russell will present details of programs to entice affordable housing.

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A friendship has formed between Christian Guest, Daniel Lane, and Karen Guest, due to Lane's rescue of Karen Guest. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • June 6, 2022
East Manatee firefighter goes 'above and beyond' to rescue Myakka City woman

A firefighter proves the depth of his courage in saving a woman from a submerged car in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • June 6, 2022
St. Regis work goes vertical on Longboat Key

The equivalent of about 1,800 cement truck loads have been poured thus far, with much more to come.

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(From ApartmentList.com)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • June 6, 2022
Study shows Sarasota rents slide for second straight month

Sarasota apartment rents dipped 3% last month but are up by 32.5% over May 2021, still outpacing the statewide average.

  • Sarasota
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Parrish Community High School already is in need of an addition only three years after opening. The school is about 300 students shy of reaching capacity. File photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • June 5, 2022
Population explosion forces expansion of Parrish Community High earlier than expected

Parrish Community High School, which draws East County students, gets $15 million addition ahead of schedule.

  • East County
  • Schools
Property appraisers in Manatee and Sarasota counties estimate property values in town rose past $7 billion for the first time.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • June 4, 2022
Longboat Key property value estimate reaches past $7 billion

The appraisers' offices in Manatee and Sarasota estimate the town's taxable property is worth 13.5% more than last year.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • June 4, 2022
Sarasota Memorial Hospital names health care industry veteran as new CFO

Jeff Limbocker will succeed the retiring William Woeltjen as chief financial officer of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System in October.

  • Sarasota
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Raccoons are nocturnal but can be active during the day: A mother raccoon out with her kits is likely teaching them how to forage. (Photo by Miri Hardy)
    By
  • Miri Hardy
  • June 3, 2022
Raccoons are handy, adaptable

There's no masking this mammal's role in the state's habitat.

  • East County
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The year-to-date number of building permits issued in Sarasota County decreased slightly from 2021.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • June 3, 2022
At midway point of county budget, the numbers are lining up

As commissioners begin looking at next fiscal year, a look back at current budget year appears rosy though economist recommends keeping an eye on the long term.

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Diana Corrigan and Richard Corrigan expect to enjoy retirement now.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • June 3, 2022
Diana Corrigan calls it a career at St. Armands Circle

More than 22 years after becoming executive director of St. Armands Circle Association, Diana Corrigan is looking forward to being at the iconic destination as a visitor.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • June 3, 2022
Sarasota bayfront home sells for $12 million

The property is the third-highest price sale in Sarasota city limits.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
County Administrator Scott Hopes speaks at a town hall event. (File photo)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • June 2, 2022
After Manatee administrator contract disagreements, officials say it’s still business as usual

The county clerk's allegations place additional stress on the commissioners, who clash on the administrator's job performance.

  • East County
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Gazpacho at the Reserve Retreat
    By
  • Spencer Fordin
  • June 2, 2022
Savor Sarasota sets the table for fine dining

For two weeks, dozens of local restaurants will be putting their best meals forward at fixed prices.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Mia Eylon, right, recently took the helm at the newly renamed St. Armands Jewelers. With input from Diane DelloRusso, manager of Jewelry by Cole, and other experts, the new shop hasn't skipped a beat in serving patrons on Boulevard of the Presidents.
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