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  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • June 29, 2022
City, police union square off over compensation, anti-discrimination policy

With its collective bargaining agreement expiring this fall, the union that represents Sarasota police officers charges that the city is slow to respond to demands.

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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 3, 2012
Colony owners hope for occupancy

Some Colony unit owners are exploring the possibility of re-opening at least 40 units on the property.

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  • By Roger Drouin |
  • February 21, 2013
Commissioners continue Ringling Walmart appeal hearing to Feb. 26

Paint chips, zoning and the definition of a 'department store' were the debate topics during the first round of the appeal.

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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 27, 2013
MW Group unveils development proposal

An engineer report the group commissioned says redevelopment of existing units at the Colony is not economically feasible.

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  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • September 27, 2013
Lawyers and Legends - Get Back and Give Back

Lawyers and Legends - Get Back and Give Back

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  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • September 8, 2011
9/11: Securing the president

Two Sheriff's Office veterans reflect on the rapid change of plans on Sept. 11.

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  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • August 8, 2017
Surprise storm works as test-run for emergency managers

Emergency staff use smaller storms as test runs to prepare for bigger storms, and suggest you do the same.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Bret Hauff |
  • May 2, 2018
Longboat residents push for higher seawalls

A proposed allowance of 1 1/2 feet in height is not enough to protect properties from intensified storm surges and predicted sea level rise.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 5, 2013
Question mark lingers after ULI meeting

A committee will help the commission answer the question of what the Urban Land Institute should ask Longboat Key residents concerning the town's future.

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  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 13, 2013
ULI study: worth $133,816.35?

Residents and business owners sound off on whether the Urban Land Institute study was worth every penny or a waste of money.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 9, 2014
Our view

The key to Key Club's future

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  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • December 3, 2025
Big Top to open expanded brew house at Sarasota's Fruitville Commons

An upgraded brewing system will more than triple Big Top's beer production.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 3, 2018
Longboat leaders set to make waves in 2018

A crop of new government officials and non-profit volunteers are among those best poised to impact the island in the upcoming year.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Mark Bergin |
  • March 30, 2021
Town considers funding model for canal dredging

It would cost the town of Longboat Key about $11.4 million to start the program.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 24, 2012
Our View: Noise issue is one of choices

The latest ruckus over noise levels in Siesta Key Village brings to mind that old Rodney King line from the Los Angeles riots: "Can't we all just get along?"

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  • By Pam Nadon |
  • May 25, 2011
Summer Movie Preview

Beat the heat, grab a seat and chill out at your favorite movie theater. Hot sequels and superheroes aside, I'm opting for substance and style with this year's summer picks.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 6, 2011
FULL STORY: Parking garage murals approved

With a 3-2 vote Monday, the Sarasota City Commission approved a $25,000 Palm Avenue parking garage mural project.

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  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • December 1, 2018
Harmer's first year as Longboat Key manager was solid

Longboat commissioners pleased with Harmer's performance

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • October 29, 2018
Model Christie Brinkley is announced as honorary chairwoman for Wine, Women & Shoes.

The Junior League of Sarasota released its fourth cookbook, guests dress to win Halloween contests, parking gets tough and more.

  • Black Tie
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 15, 2017
Turtles track busy season on Longboat

As far as Longboat Key records go, turtles broke the one they set for themselves in 2016.

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