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Siesta Key

Cast members and recurring characters Madisson Hausburg, Pauly Apostolides, Kelsey Owens, Garrett Miller, Brandon Gomes, Chloe Trautman, Juliette Porter and Alex Kompothecras — Photo by Niki Kottmann
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • July 26, 2017
MTV releases teaser video prior to premiere of ‘Siesta Key’ reality show

The sneak peak gives a nearly three-minute long introduction of the characters and how they’re all connected from the perspective of cast member Juliette Porter.

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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 25, 2017
Residents react to 'Siesta Key' reality show

While a vocal majority are worried about the show's potential impact on the Key, a strong few have compelling arguments in favor of the show.

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Andreas Leonardo Montilla-Monsalve
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  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 24, 2017
Man stabbed after argument in night club, deputies say

After two men knocked over the victim's drink, he was later hit in the face and stabbed in the back, according to a release from deputies.

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The county is searching for a contractor who can provide maintenance and landscaping to the Siesta Key Village, but finding a company is proving difficult.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 24, 2017
Search for Siesta Village maintenance contractor stalls

The current contract ends Aug. 26, leaving county staff with about a month to find a new maintenance contractor for the area.

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Cast members Garrett Miller, Kelsey Owens, Chloe Trautman, Alex Kompothecras, Juliette Porter, Brandon Gomes and Madisson Hausburg. Photo by Dewey Nicks for MTV
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 20, 2017
Premiere event announced for 'Siesta Key'

CineBistro in Westfield Siesta Key is hosting a red carpet event where cast members answer questions before the show airs.

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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 18, 2017
Finding a solution to Siesta Key's parking problem

As county commissioners work to alleviate traffic on the Key, truly resolving the problem could take more than 140 new parking spaces.

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400 teams from across the country will play on Siesta Beach between July 20-25. (Photo courtesy USA Volleyball)
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 17, 2017
Thousands expected on Siesta Beach for volleyball championship

2,000 players, family members and spectators are expected to head to Siesta Key between July 20-25.

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Viewers now have a preview of MTV's new reality series "Siesta Key." Courtesy of MTV
    By
  • Ryan Butler
  • July 12, 2017
MTV reveals trailer for 'Siesta Key' reality series

The reality program was shot locally in April through June.

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The idea for a new parking lot in Siesta Key was just starting to take shape, but some commissioners hope to find a different solution to the parking shortage.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 11, 2017
Proposed parking lot on Siesta Key may be over before it starts

Commissioners want to explore other options to solve the Siesta Key parking problem, including a lot off the island and paid parking lots.

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Once staff completes its review of Benderson's application, the county will hold multiple public hearings on the Siesta Promenade proposal.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 5, 2017
Benderson adjusts Siesta Promenade plans

Benderson is moving forward with its plans for a mixed-use project near the south Siesta Key bridge, but residents remain opposed to the proposal.

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Volunteers were out early on Wednesday morning to begin cleaning Siesta Beach.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 5, 2017
Siesta volunteers find plenty of cleaning to do

Despite reminders for visitors to clean up, 163 tons of trash was left on Sarasota beaches.

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Cast members Garrett Miller, Kelsey Owens, Chloe Trautman, Alex Kompothecras, Juliette Porter, Brandon Gomes and Madisson Hausburg - Photo by Dewey Nicks for MTV
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • July 4, 2017
MTV's 'Siesta Key' will premiere July 31

The premiere date for the network's new locally-shot reality show was announced Monday night.

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A truck crashed into the front of the Lobster Pot restaurant on the Fourth of July, and holiday traffic is preventing it from being removed. Photo courtesy Alex Mahadevan.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 4, 2017
Truck crashes into Siesta Key restaurant

Because of holiday traffic, the truck will stay stuck in the Lobster Pot until a removal team can make it out on the island.

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Last year, Siesta Key resident Gayle Paul helped keep her local beach clean.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 3, 2017
Residents prep to clean Siesta Beach after the holiday

More than 1,000 people have indicated their interest in a post-Fourth of July event on Facebook.

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In addition to lowering the speed limit from 40 mph, state and city officials are considering other changes to the road.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 30, 2017
FDOT to lower speed limit near Siesta-Higel curve

Following a pair fatal crashes this year, the Florida Department of Transportation is making changes near the intersection of Siesta Drive and Higel Avenue.

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