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Results for: Top HVAC service in San Diego comes from Reliable Standard Heating & Air’s commitment to excellence

  • By David Conway |
  • February 28, 2019
Selby Gardens updates neighbors on master plan

Despite continued objections from some residents, the botanical garden is still working to allay any fears about its strategies for growth.

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  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 6, 2024
Sand removal on Longboat expected to begin early December

The sand removal process will be handled by the State after vegetation, construction and demolition debris removal from Gulf of Mexico Drive is completed.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • February 14, 2019
One year post-Parkland: What school security in Sarasota looks like today

After the Parkland shooting in 2018, Sarasota schools sped up some security measures, and new ones appeared.

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  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 23, 2015
VIDEO: Neil deGrasse Tyson criticizes Ted Cruz’ comments during Sarasota visit

Astrophysicist Neil Degrasse Tyson discussed NASA funding and his role in the demotion of Pluto to a dwarf planet at the latest installment of the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture Series.

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  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 4, 2011
Our View: Institute yes, tax support no

There is a lot to like in the Institute for the Ages. It draws on one of our area's strengths that is not well-utilized.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 14, 2011
Letters to the Editor

Herald-Tribune editor responds to column; Private landlords not answer for poor; The Observer provides an 'open door' to the community

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 30, 2013
ArtisTree's judges narrow list of Design & Dine finalists to three

The Design & Dine contest team is busy choosing three finalists - out of almost 50 entries ­- for a $10,000 backyard makeover. Now, ArtisTree needs your help to narrow it down to one winner.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By John McGuire |
  • March 17, 2017
Tuesday's traffic backups caused by New Pass drawbridge testings

FDOT is working to better inform residents before testings take place.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • April 27, 2016
Why the Vue is so close to the road and the 5-year plan

We have some answers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • In Memoriam |
  • January 26, 2022
Carla Plush Smith

On January 19th Sarasota lost one of its accomplished daughters when Carla Plush Smith died with her husband Peter at her side after a 25-year pitched battle with breast cancer.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • October 12, 2018
Cringe Blog: Blood and guts

Soapy supernatural drama "True Blood," starring Anna Paquin, Stephen Moyer and Alexander Skarsgard, and cannibalistic coming-of-age tale "Raw," directed by Julia Ducournau and starring Garance Marillier, are this week's recommendations.

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  • By Ian Swaby |
  • July 7, 2022
Aldi makes its debut in Lakewood Ranch

The popular supermarket chain store had to clear a final Sarasota County inspection to open.

  • East County
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 24, 2019
Manatee County Sheriff's Office warns against scams

Law enforcement urges due diligence to prevent victimization.

  • East County
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 14, 2015
Builders showcase Lakewood Ranch offerings

The 18th annual Lakewood Ranch Tour of Homes kicks off Oct. 16.

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  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • December 16, 2015
Longboaters Light Up the Key

This year's five winners of our Light Up the Key competition did not disappoint.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Caleb Motsinger |
  • July 30, 2014
Game Changer

Nick Bollettieri's recent induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame is the latest achievement in a storied career that has deep roots on the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 25, 2023
Manatee explores moving Lorraine Lakes' proposed cellphone tower

Commissioner Vanessa Baugh asked county staff to research putting the cellphone tower on adjacent county land.

  • East County
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  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 18, 2023
Sarasota County superintendent to host listening tours

Superintendent Terry Connor is hosting a series of events to gather feedback from school district employees and the community as he transitions into his role.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 7, 2021
Waterlefe Golf and River Club hosts fall fashion show

P.J.'s Boutique of Sarasota brings fall fashions to Waterlefe Golf and River Club.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 29, 2015
Commission powers up GMD undergrounding

Despite concerns from a few Longboat Key residents that splitting up the burial of island utilities into two referendum questions is doomed for failure, the Longboat Key Town Commission will put the question to the voters in November.

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