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Ian Swaby
May 22, 2025

Siesta Key resident honors military service members with flag ceremony

Every day, rain or shine, except Sundays, Wayne Bundy raises and lowers the flag at Beach Access 2 at Siesta Key Beach.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Encompass Heath Rehabilitation Hospital
May 19, 2025

Steffany’s story: Finding Purpose in Rehabilitation

“I was living a completely normal life. I worked full time, went to school full time and was always on the go,” she said.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Siesta Con brings together characters and community members

The event, now in its second year, featured costumes, celebrity guests, vehicles, vendors and other offerings.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Miri Hardy
May 4, 2025

Connectivity key to healthy habitats

Wildlife corridors help maintain natural processes that support clean air, rich soil and freshwater.

East County
Neighbors

Observer Staff
April 24, 2025

Sarasota County Beach cleanup days set for six sites in May

Three beaches in south Sarasota and three in north Sarasota form the basis for the fifth annual Beach Blast Trifecta.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Ian Swaby
April 19, 2025

Easter eggs and animals feature in Siesta Key's Easter Egg Hunt

The annual event, held by the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce on the grounds of Siesta Key Chapel, involved different community organizations.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Dana Kampa, Ian Swaby
April 16, 2025

Residents learn from hurricane damage

After facing widespread infrastructure damage, local business owners and residents are finishing the last of their rebuilding and looking ahead to next season.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Dana Kampa, Ian Swaby
April 9, 2025

Moving forward from hurricanes takes united community effort

Leaders in the tourism industry celebrate successes in recovery and encourage both visitors and residents to support local businesses along the road to full recovery.