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  • Dana Kampa
  • March 17, 2026
Temple members encouraged to reflect at outdoor art exhibit

Members of Temple Beth Israel of Longboat Key took a guided tour of the downtown Sarasota exhibit, 'Embracing Our Differences.'

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  • Neighbors
Longboat Key resident Cathy Ross looks at FDOT plans for a fixed-span bridge to replace the drawbridge currently connecting Longboat Key to Anna Maria Island at a public meeting at Christ Church Thursday, March 13.
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  • S.T. Cardinal
  • March 17, 2026
FDOT shares fixed-span Longboat Pass bridge plans, community shares feedback

Opinions varied on FDOT’s proposal to construct a 78-foot clearance fixed span bridge connecting Longboat to Anna Maria Island.

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Two properties at 369 S. and 369 N. Polk Drive sold for $3.65 million. The property at 369 S. was built in 1948, and it has three bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 1,703 square feet of living area. The property at 369 N. was built in 1948, and it has one bedroom, one bath and 728 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • March 17, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for March 2-6 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A two-property sale in John Ringling Estates on Polk Drive tops the week’s sales at $3.65 million.

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Flamenco dancer Carolina Esparza performs with Los Rumberos on March 15 at The Education Center for the final Sunday Performing Arts Program installment this season.
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  • Dana Kampa
  • March 17, 2026
Los Rumberos close out Education Center's Sunday shows

The 2026 Sunday Performing Arts Programs ran the gamut of musical genres.

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  • Neighbors
Police investigate after shell casings, not shells, reported washed up on beach
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  • S.T. Cardinal
  • March 17, 2026
Police investigate after shell casings, not shells, reported washed up on beach

An anonymous caller reported finding gun shell casings washed up on the Longboat Key beach. This and other Longboat Key police reports in this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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Ashley Dawson and Kristen Laviolette share what the Ladies of Longboat social group has meant to them as they greet members at the March 11 meetup at Ventura's Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 16, 2026
'Ladies of Longboat' social group enjoys new energy

This monthly meetup of Longboat Key residents offers an valuable space to swap knowledge and catch up with friends.

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  • Neighbors
Marc and Susan Benjamin are all smiles on the dance floor as they groove to the Aloha Sharks band March 14 at The Sanctuary.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 16, 2026
The Sanctuary celebrates season with annual poolside party

The upscale outdoor barbecue featured live music from Aloha Sharks.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Beachgoers often bring umbrellas to protect themselves from the sun on beach days. Tents, however, are prohibited by town ordinance.
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  • S.T. Cardinal
  • March 16, 2026
Heading to Longboat Key's beaches for spring break? Know the rules.

On a public beach with no lifeguards, the responsibility to enforce local ordinances falls on the shoulders of the police department.

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Armando Ubeda, Ashley Ellis and Forest Hecker join the Longboat Key Garden Club as guest speakers from UF/IFAS Extension on March 10 meeting.
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  • Dana Kampa
  • March 16, 2026
Longboat Key Garden Club takes deep dive into native plants

Team members from UF/IFAS Extension offered insight into living shores, "Florida-friendly" garden guidelines and more.

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  • Neighbors
Speed tables have been installed ahead of pedestrian crosswalks at St. Armands Circle, a popular shopping and dining destination on the barrier islands across the Ringling Causeway Bridge.
    By
  • S.T. Cardinal
  • March 15, 2026
St. Armands Circle gets pedestrian safety improvements

Eight permanent asphalt speed tables have been installed before pedestrian crosswalks at the popular shopping and dining district.

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Longboat Key firefighters were set up outside of Publix from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8 collecting money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
    By
  • S.T. Cardinal
  • March 14, 2026
Island firefighters raise $3,600 for muscular dystrophy

Longboat Key firefighters “filled the boot” through a fundraising effort for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

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  • News
Suspects flee police, flood into hotel room on Longboat Key
    By
  • S.T. Cardinal
  • March 12, 2026
Suspects flee police, flood into hotel room on Longboat Key

The case is ongoing, with hotel footage potentially needed to identify the suspects.

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The Center for Aging Resources and Enrichment is leading a public seminar on artificial intelligence, fraud and online safety on March 25. Registration required.
    By
  • Dana Kampa
  • March 11, 2026
Learn about online scams, artificial intelligence at public seminar

The Center for Aging Resources and Enrichment invites the public to join a seminar on artificial intelligence, fraud and safety.

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  • Neighbors
The town of Longboat Key is taking steps to condemn and demolish the house at 6541 Gulfside Road, nicknamed the Half Moon House.
    By
  • S.T. Cardinal
  • March 11, 2026
Town seeks to condemn, demolish 'Half Moon House'

The seawall that gives the Half Moon House its name lies in pieces, and the pilings lifting the house above the beach have visible wear.

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  • News
The home at 600 Wedge Lane sold for $8,625,000. Built in 2016, it has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 4,338 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • March 11, 2026
Top residential real estate sales for Feb. 23-27 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A Country Club Shores home on Wedge Lane tops the week’s sales at $8.63 million.

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The home at 6161 Gulf of Mexico Drive sold for $8 million. Built in 1997, it has three bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 4,224 square feet of living area.
  • June 3, 2026
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Plastic bottles have been separated from other recyclables as they travel along a conveyor line at the Circular Services materials recovery facility in Sarasota.
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A proposal that could eliminate property taxes in the state of Florida, would damage the funding of Longboat Key police and fire departments.
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Longboat Key Tennis Center members and friends of Dolores Levy honored her memory with the unveiling of a new plaque at the center last weekend.
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