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Longboat Key

Edwardo Diaz and Yenifer Aries clean up the sidewalk outside Alvin's Island shop after torrential rains caused flooding on St. Armands Circle on June 12.
    By
  • Jim DeLa
  • June 12, 2024
St. Armands cleans up after heavy rains

Columbia Restaurant and Cha-Cha Coconuts on St. Armands Circle will reopen Wednesday.

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Areas of Longboat Key, like Gulfside Road, were still flooded on Wednesday morning, with more rain expected this week.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • June 12, 2024
Longboat Key residents advised to stay vigilant under flood watch

More rainfall and a high tide are expected for Wednesday afternoon, with flood watches in effect until 8 p.m. Thursday.

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  • Observer Staff
  • June 12, 2024
Flood watch remains in effect for Sarasota and Manatee counties

Another heavy rainfall event is expected, says the National Weather Service.

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New Longboat Key ordinance enables more resilient construction
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • June 12, 2024
New Longboat Key ordinance enables more resilient construction

In response to new FEMA flood maps, town commissioners approve a measure to allow for additional freeboard in low-lying areas of Longboat Key.

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The oblivious politicians
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • June 12, 2024
The oblivious politicians

Mike Moran, Neil Rainford and Joe Neunder are on track to punish the EDC’s success. For what?

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
One of the Tiki huts from the Longboat Key Club lies in pieces on the beach in front of the club on Sept. 29, 2022, after Hurricane Ian.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • June 12, 2024
What to know for the 2024 hurricane season, according to the experts

With NOAA predicting above-average hurricane activity this year, a disaster preparedness seminar shares facts on storm hazards and how to survive them.

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Brenda Jameson, Caleb Jameson, Sam DiGiammarino and Connie Schindewolf
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • June 12, 2024
Childhood turtle rescue inspires student to pursue marine biology

The Longboat Key Turtle Watch helped Caleb Jameson find his path. Now, he helps others find turtle tracks.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Unit 102 condominium at 4651 Gulf of Mexico Drive sold for $5.65 million.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • June 12, 2024
Longboat Key property valuations rise nearly 10%

The preliminary taxable values rose from $8.34 billion in 2023 to $9.14 billion in 2024. That could mean an additional $1.5 million in revenue for fiscal year 2025.

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Michael Karp brings out an article he found on a topic they were discussing in Thinking Out Loud.
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • June 12, 2024
Retired trial lawyer moderates discussion groups on current events

Mike Karp uses his Bronx roots and legal knowledge to facilitate conversations on world news and political issues.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • June 11, 2024
Longboat's emergency medical service commended for excellence

Longboat Key Fire Rescue’s EMS facilities received outstanding marks from the state.

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    In Memoriam |
  • June 11, 2024
Barry Walden Walsh

Longtime Longboat Key resident Barry W. Walsh passed away peacefully on May 5, 2024, surrounded by family.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
A green sea turtle hatchling makes its way to the Gulf.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • June 11, 2024
Town and contractor respond with solutions to lighting concerns

The town of Longboat Key is working on shielding Gulf of Mexico street lights, while Moss Construction is getting the St. Regis construction site in compliance.

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Barb Torrence and Susan Walters, Longboat Library volunteers
    By
  • Petra Rivera
  • June 11, 2024
Need a beach read? Longboat Library has you covered with 6 picks

From hurricane tales to a Longboat Key murder mystery, library volunteers recommend Florida-flavored books you won't be able to put down.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Time for governor to step up — or Ziegler to step down
  • By Letter to the Editor
  • June 11, 2024
Time for governor to step up — or Ziegler to step down

The Longboat Key Democratic Club calls for Gov. DeSantis to remove Bridget Ziegler from the Sarasota School Board.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Family dispute ensues after stepdaughter falls in boat
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • June 11, 2024
Family dispute ensues after stepdaughter falls in boat

A boater on Jewfish Key called police after her stepfather started the boat without warning, causing her to fall over. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

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