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Siesta Key

Other beaches in the area are still safe, such as South Lido and Longboat Key.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 11, 2014
No swim advisory issued for North Lido Beach

Due to elevated levels of bacteria found in feces and stormwater runoff, Sarasota County advises beach goers not to get in the water at North Lido.

  • Siesta Key
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Fitch Ratings increased the utility system revenue bond from "AA" to "AA+."
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 11, 2014
Sarasota County receives another positive Fitch review

Fitch Ratings said the county has a 'stable outlook' and was driven by 'superior financial management.'

  • Siesta Key
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The Out-of-Door Academy volleyball team improved to 2-0 in district play.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 11, 2014
Lady Thunder prevail in five sets

The Out-of-Door Academy volleyball team defeated Bradenton Christian 18-25, 27-25, 25-22, 15-25, 15-12 in Class 3A-District 10 action Sept. 9.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Cosimo's not only features traditional and specialty pizzas and pastas but also an array of gluten free pizzas, pastas, salads and entrees.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 10, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Cosimo's

This week we went in the kitchen at Cosimo's with owner John Ganley as chef Alfredo prepares two signature pizzas, the margherita and the quattro formaggi. Get the recipes and watch an instructional video in this week's 'In the Kitchen.'

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The Sarasota County Commission also discussed inquires the county has received in regards to surplus property.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 9, 2014
County seeks more discussion on electronic signs

After reading a proposed amendment to an ordinance allowing electronic message signs, Sarasota County Commission voted to continue discussing the amendment until the Nov. 5 meeting.

  • Siesta Key
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According to a survey conducted by the Florida Institute of Government at Florida State University, residents are more trusting of local leaders than previous years.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • September 9, 2014
Survey: Residents more confident of county officials

Trust levels for Sarasota County leaders rose from 32% last year to 47% in the 2014 Sarasota County Citizen Opinion Survey, which was conducted by the Florida Institute of Government.

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The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office and local emergency personnel trolled the waters near Caspersen Beach Monday, after finding an abandoned dive flag.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • September 9, 2014
Sheriff's Office calls off Caspersen Beach search

Four hours after finding an abandoned dive flag in the Gulf of Mexico, local law enforcement ceased the search for a potential missing diver Monday evening.

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Residents of Siesta Key can learn what to do before and after a hurricane.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 8, 2014
Siesta Chamber to host disaster preparation meeting

The meeting will be from 6 to 8 p.m. in the community room at St. Boniface, 5615 Midnight Pass, Siesta.

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    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 8, 2014
Casey Key sales show uptick in market

A $6.2 million gulf-to-bay estate sold August 29 on Casey Key, the largest to sell in three years.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 8, 2014
Casey Key sales show uptick in market

A $6.2 million Gulf-to-bay estate sold Aug. 29, the largest Casey Key sale in three years.

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Information about surplus county land is being collected into a database which will be available to the public.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 8, 2014
Commission to discuss surplus property

Tuesday's commission meeting will begin at 9 a.m. in the Commission Chambers in Venice.

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Families attending the religious school at Temple Emanu-El mingled and met with class teachers Sunday at the orientation.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 7, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: 'Schmear and Schmooze' at Temple Emanu-El

Directors, teachers and families gathered over bagels Sunday morning for the orientation of Temple Emanu-El's religious school.

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Pamm Behr, Rebecca Wilson and Tracy Wyatt
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • September 5, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Republican Women's Club Luncheon

Members of the Republican Women's Club gathered for a luncheon featuring speaker Mark Chait Friday, Sept. 5, at Michael's On East.

  • Sarasota
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A section of Legacy Trail will be closed at least until Sept. 12, but trail users can detour the part of the trail.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 5, 2014
Section of Legacy Trail closed until next week

County staff is working to repair a sewer main that has caused overflowing manholes.

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The Siesta Key Association will participate in the International Coastal Clean-up Day September 20.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 5, 2014
SKA to plan more social outings

Siesta Key Association members agreed to look into more social events for members and discussed the upcoming coastal clean-up day.

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