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Siesta Key

Demolition of the Siesta Key Water Reclamation Facility is set to begin in June.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • January 23, 2020
Siesta Key to soon see work on two major projects

Sarasota County will begin the demolition of the Siesta Key Water Reclamation facility and begin replacing a water pipeline near Midnight Pass Road.

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Siesta Key resident Jim Wallace speaks during a Florida Department of Transportation meeting. Brynn Mechem
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  • Brynn Mechem
  • January 16, 2020
County poised to take over Stickney Point Road as Siesta residents raise concerns

At a Florida Department of Transportation meeting, Siesta Key residents implored FDOT staff to maintain jurisdiction over the road.

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A couple has cordoned off "their" section of beach, restricting public access.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • January 15, 2020
Homeowners' blocked beach access leaves many questioning legality of actions

A couple roped off a section of beach near Siesta Key Beach Access 1, which many residents say is unfair.

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David Wolff prepares to submerge 10 mini reefs at Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant. Eric Garwood
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • January 14, 2020
Siesta Key neighborhood may soon get mini reefs

Siesta Key residents hope to show the successes of mini reefs so the county will allow similar structures in the Grand Canal.

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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • January 9, 2020
Siesta Promenade suit taken to 2nd District Court of Appeals

The filing comes after the 12th Judicial Circuit Court denied an appeal challenging the Stickney Point development.

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A multiway stop sign is planned for the intersection of Shadow Lawn Drive and Contento Drive.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • January 9, 2020
Siesta Isles neighborhood to see slew of traffic changes

County Commission supports changes requested by Siesta Isles neighborhood over recommendations delivered by county staff.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • January 6, 2020
Andrew Monroe Memorial 5K runs into seventh year

The race honors its late namesake with a scholarship fund for local athletes.

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  • Neighbors
  • By Thomas J. McLaughlin
  • January 1, 2020
You and Your Business Idea Need a Succession Plan

Succession planning allows you to define your business’s legacy, while encouraging the leaders of your business to support the growth of your business’s employees.

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Longboat Key's swan population has had bad luck in increasing its numbers over the past two years.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 31, 2019
2019 Digital Year in Review

The observer stayed busy online in 2019. Here are the top stories of the year from YourObserver.com.

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    In Memoriam |
  • December 27, 2019
Kenny Soderblom

Husband, father, Veteran, musician and friend; who had a love for life, his country and his beautiful wife Leah and wonderful daughter Siri.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Sarasota residents shared their favorite Christmas presents and ornaments with the Observer.
    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • December 20, 2019
Sarasota residents recall their greatest gifts

With a nod to nostalgia, Sarasota residents tell us the stories of their favorite gifts and holiday decorations.

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  • News
Residents along the Grand Canal hope to place mini-reefs below their docks.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • December 10, 2019
Siesta Key residents look for solutions for Grand Canal water quality

Siesta Key Association members would like to place mini-reefs under docks in the Grand Canal to help filter the water.

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    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • December 1, 2019
Siesta Key spreads holiday cheer through annual parade

Siesta Key Village hosted its annual holiday parade Nov. 30.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Residents are eager to see improvements to the intersection of Siesta Drive and Higel Avenue.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • November 27, 2019
Siesta residents hope for improvements with road swap

Sarasota County will swap control of River Road and roads on Siesta Key with Florida Department of Transportation.

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  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem and Harry Sayer
  • November 21, 2019
Artists create 'labor of love' at 10th annual Crystal Classic

Sculptors came from all over the world to compete in the competition on Siesta Key Beach.

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