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Siesta Key

A proposed project to dredge Big Pass, seen here in an aerial photo, will be one of the items up for discussion at Thursday's SKA meeting.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • January 9, 2014
Siesta real estate trends top SKA agenda

A real estate expert and Siesta business leader will brief the Siesta Key Association Thursday on trends in the island's property market and demographics.

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  • News
File photo. Standing water from heavy September rains stalled progress on the Beach Road Drainage Improvements project.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • January 9, 2014
Top issues to watch in 2014: Siesta Beach construction

Extensive renovations to Siesta Beach are set to break ground in January.

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  • News
The current intersection at Beach and Midnight Pass roads is a heavlily-trafficked thouroghfare due to offsite beach parking areas at nearby properties.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 9, 2014
UPDATE: FDOT proposes Beach Road-Midnight Pass roundabout

A Florida Department of Transportation study found that a roundabout at the Beach Road-Midnight Pass Road intersection could help improve pedestrian safety and traffic flow.

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  • News
Mi Pueblo offers an authentic Mexican menu and atmosphere at their locations in Sarasota and Venice.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 8, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Mi Pueblo

This week we went in the kitchen at Mi Pueblo, with owner Bonifacio Caro, while chef Julio prepares carne asada tacos with fresh salsa verde. Get the recipe and watch an instructional video in this week's 'In the Kitchen.'

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    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • January 8, 2014
School Board starts 2014 with controversy and congratulations

The Sarasota School Board's first meeting of 2014 highlighted some of the district's most noteworthy achievements and showcased a growing controversy over possible health hazards at an area elementary school.

  • Siesta Key
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Sarasota Medical Pregnancy Center Director Jennifer Carey
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 7, 2014
The Good News: Sarasota Medical Pregnancy Center

Sarasota Medical Pregnancy Center helps women make informed decisions about parenthood.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • January 7, 2014
Siesta Beach renovations top SKVA's agenda

The Siesta Key Village Association met for the first time in 2014 on Tuesday, opening the new year with fresh concerns about the impacts of a renovation project at Siesta Beach on the island's tourism industry.

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Photo courtesy Sarasota County Emergency Management
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • January 6, 2014
Area braces for rough winter weather

A cold front that brought record low temperatures to the Midwest over the weekend will push through Southwest Florida Monday, bringing rough seas and possible freezing temperatures.

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The campaign was conducted in partnership with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and supported through a grant from the Florida Department of Transportation.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • January 3, 2014
Holiday DUI crackdown nets 26 arrests

The Sarasota Sheriff's Office launched additional patrols to crack down on drunk driving during the holiday season.

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    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • January 2, 2014
Sheriff's operation targets underage alcohol sales

Eight area convenience store clerks were cited for selling alcohol to a minor during an undercover sting by the Sarasota Sheriff's Office.

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Erika Echegaray
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • December 31, 2013
The Good News: Erika Echegaray

Suncoast Polytechnical High School student Erika Echegaray has volunteered for Face Autism for two years.

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  • Neighbors
raveler's Choice Beaches Awards are based on quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings for beaches gathered over a twelve month period.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • December 25, 2013
Web Year in Review: May 2013, Siesta Key beach listed No. 2 on TripAdvisor for 2013

Siesta Key public beach was listed as No. 2 on the top 25 beaches in the United States on TripAdvisor's 2013 'Travelers' Choice' list.

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    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • December 24, 2013
Plans announced to develop "gateway to St. Armands"

Although details are still scarce, a sign went up Tuesday announcing plans to build a new condominium tower on a key piece of downtown real estate.

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  • News
Sheri and Gerry Lublin
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • December 24, 2013
The Good News: Sheri and Gerry Lublin

One of Gerry and Sheri's favorite things to do is to use Gulf Coast Gives to find projects to which they can donate on behalf of friends and acquaintances who have helped them in some way.

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  • Neighbors
The six-bedroom property is called Snook Inn for its Old Florida resort-like feel.
    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • December 23, 2013
Web Year in Review: February 2013, Siesta Key $10 million home sale largest in two years

A waterfront home on the northern tip of Siesta Key sold for $10 million, the second highest sale price for a residential property in Sarasota County in two years.

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