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Longboat Key

Samantha Mills and Natalia Mock demonstrate something you might do in their class. Courtesy Photo
    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • June 26, 2013
Dance yourself fit this summer at FST

A series of six classes, titled 'Broadway Dance for Fitness (and Fun!),' on Tuesdays at Florida Studio Theatre begins July 9.

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  • Neighbors
David Johnson submitted this photo, taken in the surf off Longboat Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • June 26, 2013
Weather Photo: Longboat Key

David Johnson submitted this photo, taken in the surf off Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Nik Wallenda made history Sunday, June 23, when he walked a 2-inch-wide cable suspended 1,400 feet above the Grand Canyon’s Little Colorado River Gorge. 
(photo courtesy of Cliff Roles)
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • June 25, 2013
City to welcome Wallenda home with parade

The homecoming parade will precede the Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix's Festival Parade of Boats.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Michael Tendall moved to Longboat Key from Minnesota 15 years ago.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • June 25, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Bird Key Yacht Club Spa Day at The Met

Bird Key Yacht Club members enjoyed a spa day Monday, June 24, at The Met on St. Armands Circle. Hair stylist Raquel Ruiz gave ladies tips on how to use the proper tools and keep hair lifted during the summer months. Consultants talked to ladies in the fashion house about summer styling and make-up.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Manatee County School Board members delayed a vote on the sale of 18 acres adjacent to Braden River High School.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • June 25, 2013
June 25: Daily Headlines Video

Top Stories: Manatee School Board delays land sale; Hogle's name added to Wall of Honor; Police debate service without a pension

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Town Manager Dave Bullock wants to freeze the police pension plan by the end of September.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • June 25, 2013
Police debate service without a pension

A defined contribution option for Longboat Key union-represented police officers allows officers to put up to 35.4% of their paychecks, including social security, toward their retirement.

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Leslie Hogle accepts the award from FPCA President and Tallahassee Police Chief Dennis Jones, center. (Courtesy FPCA)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • June 25, 2013
Hogle's name added to Wall of Honor

The Florida Police Chiefs Association added the late Longboat Key Police Chief Al Hogle's name to its Wall of Honor.

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  • News
Thousands of spectators gathered Sunday, June 23, at Mattison's City Grille to watch Nik Wallenda become the first person to cross the Grand Canyon on a high wire.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • June 24, 2013
June 24: Daily Headlines Video

Top Stories: Nik Wallenda crosses the Grand Canyon on a high wire; Sarasota to welcome Wallenda home with parade; Spanish Main explores cellular tower option; Youth trespasses GreyHawk Landing home

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Maddie Allen watches another camper take a serve.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • June 24, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Key Club Summer Camps

Longboat Key Club & Resort's summer camps are in full swing with 23 campers present on a June 23. Campers took over the Key Club's Harbourside and stretched from the tennis courts to the driving range in two different outdoor camps.

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  • Neighbors
The Cortez Bridge connects Bradenton Beach to mainland Manatee County.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • June 24, 2013
Survey: 51% favor Cortez Bridge rehab

Respondents showed a preference for a rehab project over replacement by a narrow margin.

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An old and unused 65-foot-tall concrete television tower has stood on the east end of the Spanish Main Yacht Club property since the 1960s. This picture was taken at the entrance of the community and the tower is in the center of the photo.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • June 23, 2013
Spanish Main explores cellular tower option

Spanish Main Yacht Club residents were informed in a May 31 letter that 'Spanish Main may resume exploring the feasibility of having a cell tower placed on our common property.'

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  • News
Sheriff's Office files murder charges in abuse case
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • June 21, 2013
June 21: Daily Headlines Video

Top Stories: Sheriff's Office files murder charges in abuse case; Whitney Beach Plaza attracts first new tenant; CHAC opens new group home; Ancient Oak Gun Club to open

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Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Wednesday night in Gillespie Park.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • June 21, 2013
June 20: Daily Headlines Video

Top Stories: Police investigate Gillespie Park shooting; Fort Hamer Bridge moves closer to approval; Duany pushes environmentalists to guide city building regulations; Manatee School District names new leadership

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Whitney Beach Plaza got a new roof earlier this year and is going through a $2 million renovation to attract tenants.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • June 21, 2013
Whitney Beach Plaza attracts first new tenant

Engel & Völkers Florida will open a second Longboat Key office in Whitney Beach Plaza this summer.

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  • News
Victoria Jacobson and Yvonne Schloss
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • June 20, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Chamber Luncheon

Members of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce met Thursday, June 20, at Tommy Bahama on St. Armands Circle, for their regular luncheon. Guests enjoyed food, drink and each other's company.

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Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key Past President Michael Garey said he heard of the Miracle League of Manasota when his daughter, Amelia, volunteered as a buddy to the athletes. Garey suggested the 501(c)(3) as the club's new charitable partner, which board members recently accepted.
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A May 2024 rendering of the Sarasota County library on Longboat Key.
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Palmetto community leaders showed up strong at Longboat Island Chapel's latest charity drive to support Mt. Carmel Resource Center on June 16. From left, Deputy Ken Jewett, Sgt. Joy Jewett, Chief of Police Scott Tyler, City of Palmetto Mayor Daniel West, Shirley Pearson, executive director of Strength in Action, Inc., Rev. Brock Patterson, Pearson's sister Laura Wallace, and Town of Longboat Key Town Manager Howard Tipton.
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From food to furniture, chapel's programs continue to make an impact
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St. Lucie County Administrator George Landry has been recommended by Howard Tipton to replace him as town manager as Tipton prepares to retire.
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New town manager recommended for Longboat Key
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Attendees were impressed by the fireworks across Sarasota Bay.
  • June 19, 2026
Fourth of July 2026 events in Sarasota, Longboat Key and Lakewood Ranch

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