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Longboat Key | Neighbors

Petra Rivera
October 7, 2024

Whitney Plaza business owner recounts his Hurricane Helene experience

After staying open during the hurricane, Gary Hagen of Donuts By Design got stuck in his shop with a dead phone and car.

Longboat Key
Business

Petra Rivera
October 6, 2024

Volunteers clean up churches on Longboat after Hurricane Helene

Churches make do to clean and prepare for services after the hurricane surge hit Longboat Key on Sept. 26.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
October 2, 2024

Yoga classes start at the Sarasota Sailing Squadron

Ksenia Maguire hopes to bring sailors and members of the Squadron relaxation and community after hard working days on Sarasota Bay.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
October 2, 2024

Behind the Name of Whitney Beach

Whitney Beach started as a touristy fishing spot and has grown to the perfect place for families and learning about the roots of the island.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
October 2, 2024

New chiropractor starts at the Medical Suite at The Paradise Center

Dr. Alexander Telfair shared about his experience and his goals as he starts to work on Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
October 2, 2024

Hurricanes historically miss Longboat Key

Hurricane Helene is the latest hurricane that didn't follow the trend of protection of the island from tropical storms.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Carter Weinhofer
October 1, 2024

Longboat commissioner got stuck on boat during Hurricane Helene

The day Hurricane Helene passed by Longboat Key, District 1 Commissioner Gary Coffin ended up spending the night on his boat to prevent it from slipping away.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
September 30, 2024

Hurricane Helene greatly affects St. Armands Circle and Longboat

Longboaters and St. Armands Circle business owners share how Hurricane Helene impacted them.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
September 25, 2024

St. Armands Circle and Longboat residents prepare for Hurricane Helene

Business owners plan to stay up for most of Wednesday and close on Sept. 26 for safety concerns due to the incoming hurricane.

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Neighbors

Petra Rivera
September 25, 2024

Former Asolo set designer will host his first art show at All Angels Gallery

Richard Cannon plans to bring his realistic drawings to the island at the All Angels By Sea Episcopal Church Gallery in October and November.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
September 24, 2024

Behind the name of Joan M. Durante Park

Joan and Jim Durante were active Longboaters who wanted to give the island a haven for reflecting and connecting with nature.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
September 24, 2024

Paradise Center hopes to purchase Tidewell building on Longboat Key

Based on members' feedback, The Paradise Center plans to launch a grassroots campaign to raise around $2.5 million to purchase the building from the Tidewell Foundation.