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Results for: Funded Futures Network Promo Code "SKV50" Get 50% Off On All Plans

  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • November 23, 2017
Sheriff's Office cautions safe holiday shopping

The busy shopping season kicks off with Black Friday, and the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has a few tips for shopping smart this year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 5, 2012
Delve into 12: Randall Reid

Randall Reid will take the reins of Sarasota County government in January, when he assumes his new role as the county's administrator.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 12, 2013
News Briefs

June 18 special election early voting continues; County considers Lakewood Ranch public transit route

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 4, 2012
Delve into 12: Whitney Beach Plaza

Whitney Beach Plaza remains largely vacant and in need of repairs, but owner Brian Kenney is still optimistic about its future.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • May 1, 2014
Citizens weigh paid parking

As the city's parking division develops a management plan, it involves a resident-led committee to carefully consider all options and give input to avoid missteps of the past.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By George Rauch |
  • September 30, 2009
The price of gold remains cheap

A Market Watch article published in June 2003 suggested that a hike in the price of gold was unavoidable. Gold was then priced at $380 an ounce.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • May 2, 2018
Longboat Key gears up to enforce short-term rental ban

Longboat Key has long banned short-term rentals, but new websites make it difficult for the town to enforce

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • October 24, 2013
City voices concerns about 2050 changes

Sarasota County is re-examining how it manages growth in unincorporated areas, which has city residents and officials worried about how they might be affected.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • September 22, 2011
Pedestrian plan peeves public

Condominium association members and others say a Florida Department of Transportation plan to construct 10 pedestrian islands on a 1-mile stretch of Midnight Pass Road will create more problems instead of helping people cross the road more safely.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 19, 2010
Manatee breaks ground on Bennett Park

The 180-acre park will be unique because it will offer both passive and active recreational opportunities.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Heather Merriman Saba |
  • August 15, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Networking at Noon Luncheon

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce held its Networking at Noon luncheon on Thursday, Aug. 15, at Bridge Street Bistro. Longboat Key Dental's new owner Dr. Michael O'Neil sponsored the luncheon.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • May 17, 2021
Longboat Key leaders to consider proposed Broadway redevelopment

The proposal would reduce the number of units at 551 Broadway from six to four single-family structures.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • November 8, 2021
Longboat Key turtle season affected by beach renourishment, storms

Volunteers keep an eye out for potential obstacles during a turtle nesting season that included red tide, storms, beach work and rule-breakers.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 22, 2020
Pandemic creates recipe for change in Lakewood Ranch

Restaurants adapting to new business climate in Lakewood Ranch area.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 28, 2015
Our view: How codes hurt the poor

Sarasota entrepreneur Harvey Vengroff has spent much of the past two decades here buying and refurbishing old apartments and hotels in the city to fill a big vacuum - affordable housing for low-income individuals and families.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 17, 2013
Our View

A home for the homeless

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By David Conway |
  • April 18, 2019
City approves Gulfstream luxury high-rise

Despite concerns from some residents, the city has signed off on plans for an 18-story, 23-unit condominium project near the bayfront.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 13, 2010
District 1 candidate: Lee Pokoik

District 1 candidate Lee Pokoik believes commissioners can do more to plan the island's real-estate renovation.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • February 7, 2024
SMART provides competitive opportunities for exceptional riders

Riders with physical, social or emotional disabilities representing Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy compete at western dressage shows, which give a confidence boost while also providing therapy.

  • East County
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