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The real Siesta Key hasn't noticed any affects from the reality show so far — but will there be more in the future?
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • October 4, 2017
Reality show has no impact on Siesta Key, yet

A California community that got its own reality show saw a spike in tourism traffic, but Siesta Key may not get the same thing.

  • Sarasota
  • News
An FDOT workshop featured toy cars to provide a scaled-down model of the traffic patterns at forthcoming U.S. 41 roundabouts.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 4, 2017
FDOT, city prepare for U.S. 41 roundabout construction

Three roundabouts are coming to U.S. 41, which means residents should get ready for years of construction near downtown.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 4, 2017
Vietnam War documentary omits truths

Beautifully wrapped great lie

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 4, 2017
Mimi Edlin remembered for social spirit

Edlin, 93, died on Sept. 22.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The city hopes to complete the St. Armands parking garage by December 2018.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 3, 2017
City approves St. Armands garage project

The $15.5 million project will also bring the implementation of a paid parking system in St. Armands Circle.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • October 2, 2017
Parking structure part of Selby's vision for the future

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens has filed plans with the city detailing improvements to garden infrastructure.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • October 2, 2017
Sarasota County School Board considering referendum voting cycle

The referendum vote typically takes place during a special election, but the Board is debating again if that's the most practical way to get the funding.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
The state will replace the traffic signals on U.S. 41 at 10th and 14th streets with roundabouts.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 2, 2017
FDOT to hold U.S. 41 roundabout meeting

Construction on roundabouts at 10th Street and 14th Street will begin soon and continue into spring 2020.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • October 2, 2017
Redeemer celebrates Feast of St. Francis

The Church of the Redeemer hosted its annual pet blessing to celebrate the Feast of St. Francis.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
A condominium at 300 S. Pineapple Ave. recently sold for $1,762,500.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • October 2, 2017
Sansara condominium sells for $1,762,500

Residential real estate transactions for Sept. 18-22.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • October 2, 2017
Van Wezel hosts rowing championship

Visitors and community members gathered at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall at the close of the World Rowing Championships.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Commander Joe Hembree hugs wife Melissa Hembree in Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport on Sept. 29.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • September 29, 2017
Sarasota serviceman returns home after year-long deployment

Commander Joe Hembree was expecting a welcome party, just maybe not quite one so large.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Except Sunday, FEMA representatives will be at the Robert L. Taylor center daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Oct. 4.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 29, 2017
FEMA offers assistance at Robert L. Taylor center

Individuals affected by Hurricane Irma can register for FEMA disaster assistance at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex through Oct. 4.

  • Sarasota
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  • Eric Garwood
  • September 29, 2017
Field set for District 72 special election

Four candidates qualify to run for state House seat vacated by Alex Miller, who resigned.

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The City Commission will also discuss Bobby Jones Golf Club and tree regulations at Monday's meeting.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 29, 2017
City Commission to discuss St. Armands garage construction

On Monday, the commission will consider a $12 million contract for the garage, which would be partially funded with St. Armands Circle paid parking revenue.

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