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Kevin McQuaid
November 28, 2018

Klauber's real estate ambitions stretched into downtown Sarasota

Murf Klauber's real estate ambitions in the late 1990s stretched far beyond The Colony on Longboat Key and into downtown Sarasota, where he proposed Ringling Park One, a $750 million, high-tech development with a conference center, hotels, shops and resid

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News

Katie Johns
October 10, 2018

Looking toward the future: Plymouth Harbor Foundation awards scholarships

In September, the Plymouth Harbor Foundation awarded 16 scholarships to employees and employees’ children.

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Neighbors

Katie Johns
June 20, 2018

Mort Siegler remembered for philanthropic spirit

Siegler, a family man and builder driven by details, died Tuesday, June 12.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Katie Johns
April 14, 2018

Twin Shores breaks ground on pool

On April 14, residents gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony for a pool site.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Katie Johns
March 27, 2018

Tennis Center says farewell to season

The Friends of Tennis hosted the annual potluck to mark the end of season and say thank you to team captains March 27,

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Katie Johns
November 29, 2017

Armel Jewelers shines through 50 years

After visiting Sarasota in the late 1960s, Sid and Arlene Melnick knew a location on St. Armands was meant to be.

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Neighbors

Katie Johns
November 11, 2017

Longboat Key salutes veterans

The Rotary Club of Longboat Key hosted the fourth annual Veterans Day Parade and Honor Program on Nov. 11.

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Neighbors

Katie Johns
September 27, 2017

Save the Date: Kiwanis Club Gourmet Lawn Party

This year's annual lawn party will take place on Dec. 2.

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Neighbors

Katie Johns
February 21, 2017

St. Mary's Men's Club honors Don Prola

About 50 golfers enjoyed lunch at the IMG Academy Golf Club in Bradenton before a round on the course.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Katie Johns
February 18, 2017

Longboat Key Center for Arts, Culture and Education Task Force presents plan to locals

Bob Nosal and Bob Trisolini hosted the event at Islands West on Feb. 18.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Katie Johns
November 30, 2016

Pettingell’s sweet tradition continues

Real estate agent Roger Pettingell gave out 130 pies for Thanksgiving this year.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Katie Johns
November 9, 2016

It's Read Everywhere brings Observer around the world

Observer readers didn't forget to pack an Observer paper when jet setting around the world.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Katie Johns
October 19, 2016

Longboat Key Rotary Club to host 3rd annual Veterans Day Parade

All veterans are invited to register and participate in the event.

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Neighbors

Observer Staff
October 4, 2016

Longboat Key financial reporting wins top honor

Longboat Key’s Finance Department and Director Sue Smith are primarily responsible.

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Business

Katie Johns
July 5, 2016

Cafe L'Europe hosts Operation Kindness for benefit evening

The organization's volunteers gathered for an evening of dining and recognition

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Neighbors

Matt Walsh
June 22, 2016

The temptations of ‘OPM’

Longboat Key’s Shakedown Fund is flush with millions of dollars for parks. Commissioners should resist the urge to splurge with OPM — other people’s money.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Amanda Morales
June 2, 2016

Chambers of commerce barbecue on the beach

The Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island and Siesta Key Chambers of Commerce mingle with Tri-Chamber event.

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
June 1, 2016

Keys prepare for Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week

Saveral restaurants on Longboat Key, St. Armands Circle and Lido Key will participate in Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week June 1 to 14.

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
May 25, 2016

Giacomo’s hosts Business After Hours

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce held its monthly Business After Hours May 24, at Giacomo’s Bar and Lounge.

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
May 10, 2016

St. Armands celebrates successful year

The St. Armands Circle Association held its annual meeting May 10.

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
April 27, 2016

Chamber members network @ noon

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce hosted a Networking @ Noon luncheon April 27, at Harry’s Continental Kitchens.

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
March 23, 2016

Meet Longboat’s doctors

Meet the doctors of the Longboat Key Center for Healthy Living, which opens March 31, at the Centre Shops

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
March 1, 2016

Centre Shops host Mix and Mingle

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce held a Mix and Mingle Tuesday, March 1, at the Center Shops.

Longboat Key
Business

By George Rauch
February 24, 2016

Market Watch: A tale of two economies

The U.S. private sector is in excellent economic shape and is more liquid than ever.

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
February 17, 2016

Longboat Key: Business Briefs

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Business

Kristen Herhold
January 28, 2016

Chamber of Commerce pays tribute to members

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce held its 57th annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon Jan. 28, at Amore by Andrea.

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Business

Kristen Herhold
December 16, 2015

Christmas comes to St. Armands Circle

Members of the St. Armands Circle Association took a break from work and celebrated the holiday season Dec. 15, at Crab & Fin.

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Business

Kristen Herhold
December 11, 2015

Chamber gets in the holiday spirit

Members of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce gathered for a holiday Business After Hours Dec. 10, at Harry’s Continental Kitchens.

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
December 9, 2015

Centre Shops has a colorful renovation

The renovations to the Centre Shops provide an increase in tenants and business.

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Business

Kristen Herhold
November 4, 2015

New eatery gives diners fresh option

Fresh & Fresh Café opened its doors at the beginning of October.

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
October 23, 2015

Chamber congregates at Longboat Island Chapel

Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce held its monthly Business After Hours Oct. 22, at Longboat Island Chapel.

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
October 21, 2015

Stone crab season still cracking despite lost claws

Diners still have options for breaking the claws this season, despite the closing of Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant.

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
October 17, 2015

Hundreds get a taste of St. Armands

Approximately 20 restaurants sampled their food and drinks at the sixth annual Taste of St. Armands Oct. 17.

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
October 7, 2015

Chamber members gather at Café L’Europe

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce held its monthly networking luncheon at Café L’Europe on Oct. 7.

Longboat Key
Business

Kristen Herhold
October 3, 2015

Scallopalooza helps restore the bay's ecosystem

More than 160 people helped benefit Sarasota Bay scallop restoration in the at Sarasota Bay Watch’s fifth annual Scallopalooza Oct. 3.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Kristen Herhold
September 30, 2015

Longboat Chamber celebrates the end of summer

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce held its monthly Business After Hours on Sept. 29.

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Business

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