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Results for: Top-rated AC repair is provided by Reliable Standard Heating & Air in San Diego.

  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • September 12, 2025
Free permits for Longboat storm damage likely to extend

Going against staff recommendation, town commissioners said they plan to introduce a resolution that will keep the permit fee waiver for hurricane-related repairs through December.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • February 17, 2011
Three-way race to decide District 3

Three candidates are seeking to replace Mayor Kelly Kirschner, who decided not to run for a second term on the City Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • July 17, 2019
Longboat commissioners choose legislative priorities

This year, town officials took the time to order focuses in terms of importance.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 19, 2023
Part II of spend, spend …

Thanks to inflation, rising real estate prices and population growth, city and county governments are gushing with cash. And they can’t wait to spend it.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 17, 2009
Commission wants more budget cuts

The Town Commission would like to see the $498,740 deficit eliminated and a millage rate that is as low as possible.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 16, 2012
More hotel details emerge

A city committee still is weighing the merits of two, competing proposals for a Palm Avenue hotel site next to the garage.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 27, 2009
Commission discusses the budget at special meetings

The Longboat Key Town Commission discussed everything from millage rates to The Longboat Key Club and Resort's Islandside redevelopment application at two special meetings Thursday, Aug. 27, at Town Hall.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 10, 2014
Commissioners approve $954,397 tax increase

Town Manager Dave Bullock seeks tax increases in 2015 to offset declining revenues and pricey beach projects next summer.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 5, 2020
Will 2020 LECOM Suncoast Classic make another star?

For Mark Hubbard, the road back to the PGA Tour ran through Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • March 30, 2010
RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Libby's Cafe and Bar

Libby's Cafe and Bar Executive Chef Fran Casciato shares an exclusive recipe for YourObserver.com readers.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • March 30, 2010
RECIPE AND A RESERVATION: Libby's Cafe and Bar

Libby's Cafe and Bar Executive Chef Fran Casciato shares an exclusive recipe for YourObserver.com readers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • March 1, 2020
'Portrait of a Lady on Fire' will smolder with viewers

Writer-director Celine Sciamma allows quiet sensuality to build the heat in romantic drama

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • January 29, 2016
GreyHawk Landing CDD considers cost savings

A resident pointed out a water system at the pool that is wasting energy and money.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 24, 2013
Businesses and shoppers fill St. Armands Circle

Even on a Monday night in the dead heat of July, you'll find a crowd strolling through the shopping district. New businesses are also popping up on St. Armands.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 6, 2013
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Chef Raymond Arpke

This week the Observer went in the kitchen with chef Raymond Arpke of Euphemia Haye, a Sarasota-Manatee Originals restaurant.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By George Rauch |
  • February 6, 2024
Economic indicators are grim nationally and abroad

A former Wall Street banker reviews the state of the market and urges caution.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • September 29, 2016
What leadership can do

Greater Sarasota-Manatee shares similarities with Colorado Springs. Both are growth markets with attractive amenities. But there’s one huge difference: leadership.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Rod Thomson |
  • July 25, 2012
Primary Election: Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections

Editor's note: As the Aug. 14 primary election nears, the Longboat Observer will be publishing short profiles and Q&A segments from each of the candidates who will represent Manatee and Sarasota counties.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 22, 2010
Cougars goalie represents Florida in LAX tournament

Cardinal Mooney High School freshman Victoria Krupa was selected to represent North/Central Florida Team 1 at the U.S. Lacrosse 2010 Women's Division National Tournament May 29-30 in Bel Air, Md.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • September 7, 2012
Noise ordinance on Commission agenda

The Sarasota County Commission next week will consider a recommendation from staff to extend the sunset period of the Air and Sound Pollution Ordinance.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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