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Results for: Vantage Referral Code "rebate" Get Exclusive 10% Discount on Trading Fees

  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 23, 2012
Overhaul looms for Siesta Village parking

Sarasota County commissioners rejected a $277,000 settlement offer to pay a Siesta Key property owner in a 2011 lawsuit over parking assessments, but the fight is far from over.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By David G. Muller |
  • August 15, 2012
My View: 2012 Legislative Update: Impact on Community Associations

The 2012 Legislative Session was very busy with regards to community association legislation. The ultimate fate of many of the community association bills that were filed by various legislators was not known until the last day of session.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 6, 2012
County proposes no tax increases

Manatee County Administrator Ed Hunzeker plans to use reserves to offset budget deficits.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 26, 2012
City refuses Childers settlement

The City Commission has opted to proceed with a trial on a case involving the 2009 firing of a city police officer.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • April 9, 2020
Coronavirus takes toll on airport traffic

Although some flights are still landing, SRQ officials say they don’t have the power to screen those who arrive for COVID-19 symptoms.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Edward Alley |
  • September 24, 2018
Sarasota Orchestra opens new season with two stellar chamber performances

Together, 'Out of the Opera Pit' and 'Colorful Combinations' made for an impressive kickoff to the 2018-2019 season.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By David Conway |
  • February 14, 2019
Downtown group researches event opportunities

A consultant is working with the Downtown Improvement District on the possible creation of an events coordinator position.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • March 14, 2018
New vendors maintain Siesta Key Village

More frequent trash pick-up is among several changes from the old contract.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • February 8, 2018
A closer look at county budget reductions

Here are the big cuts from each department, approved on Jan. 31 by the County Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • June 15, 2016
Does sales tax make cents?

Half cent tax would lead to a new East County library, park improvements and other needs.

  • East County
  • News
  • By John McGuire |
  • May 10, 2017
Colony developer and neighboring residents agree on plan for the property

A contract between the two parties includes "membership privileges" for immediate neighbors.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • October 28, 2015
Haile Middle School opens furniture store, The Storm Cellar

Haile technology teacher Maureen Hudson teaches her students crafting and business.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • February 17, 2016
East County residents enjoy ancient game

Mah jongg becomes a ladies' favorite at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.

  • East County
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • November 13, 2014
Sunshine issues drag on for commissioners

More than a year after a lawsuit alleged commissioners violated the Sunshine Law by attending a meeting, city leaders are still dealing with headaches stemming from the case.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 30, 2013
News Briefs

SMH's MacKenzie honored in top hospital leaders list; Commissioners approve phase two of Gulf Gate Library; Quay property settlement reached in foreclosure lawsuit

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 9, 2013
News Briefs

City settles State Street Sunshine complaint; Village Association names its new officers and board

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 10, 2013
Obituary: Wurzburg was decisive voice on commission

Former Longboat Key Mayor A. Hart Wurzburg served four years during a contentious time of the island's development.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 19, 2014
Homeless shelter costs exceed $8 million

Sarasota County staff estimate costs for a proposed come-as-you-are homeless shelter will exceed $8.9 million and require a $1.2 million annual operating budget.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • August 1, 2024
Increased tourism tax in Manatee County now in the voters' hands

A referendum to increase the tourist development tax by 1% will be on the Nov. 5 ballot.

  • East County
  • News
  • By James Peter |
  • March 6, 2024
For-profit charter school approved amid public opposition in Sarasota

Sarasota Classical Preparatory Academy’s application says it will contract with Charter Schools USA, a for-profit education management company.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
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