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Results for: San Diego homeowners rely on ReliableStandard.com for expert HVAC and AC repair services.

  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 22, 2022
Rosedale residents struggle with Lena Road extension

Manatee County is planning to connect the two lengths of Lena Road, but residents worry that turning Lena into a frontage road is going to greatly increase traffic overall, especially truck traffic.

  • East County
  • Opinion
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • December 1, 2021
Longboat all in Sarasota?

It makes sense. But two things are missing: a champion to pull it off and citizens who want it.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • January 13, 2012
Who, What, Wear: Charlie Ann Syprett

Who, What, Wear: Charlie Ann Syprett

  • Sarasota
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  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • August 17, 2016
CNBC names Sarasota among best places to start a business

The news website this month ranked the city 15th on its list of top metro areas to launch a business venture.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 14, 2014
Work starts on downtown Taco Bus, bowling alley

Sarasota's Main Street is about 200 days away from having a bowling alley within an Evie's and a Taco Bus, as construction has started on storefronts owned by entrepreneur Jesse Biter.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 25, 2020
Sarasota County Commission District 1: Mark Pienkos

Meet the candidate.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 3, 2015
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • February 17, 2021
Longboat Key considers added sea turtle protections

Longboat Key town commissioners have yet to consider an ordinance, but discussions have continued.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • June 15, 2017
United We Stand: Downtown groups discuss joint marketing campaign

Historically, it's been hard to get downtown groups to work together — but now, they’re trying to establish a clearer identity for the area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • September 4, 2025
Agencies join forces to promote Sarasota County's vibrant lifestyle

Representatives of Visit Sarasota County, Economic Development Corporation and Arts Alliance educate commissioners on how they collaborate resources.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 25, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Sinai Summer Shabbat

Members of Temple Sinai gathered for a bit of schmoozing before its Summer Shabbat, Supper and Schmooze event Friday, June 22, at Temple Sinai. Guests enjoyed small appetizers and beverages before dinner and services began.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • November 15, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Out-of-Door Academy Vet Celebration

Grandpas, fathers, mothers and children were recognized for their service as veterans at Out-Of-Door Academy on Friday, Nov. 11. The children sang patriotic songs and student council members honored each veteran individually.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 11, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Paws for a cause

East County resident Grayson Tullio has been approved and sponsored to receive a service dog from Canine Assistants. Grayson's sponsors, Milk-Bone and Sam's Club, held a special ceremony today to celebrate.

  • East County
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  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • March 21, 2012
Obituary: Charles S. Sandler

Charles S. Sandler, of Longboat Key, died March 11. He was 79.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 25, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: First Baptist Church Egg Hunt

Families gathered for an early Easter-egg hunt after service Sunday, March 24, in the church playground. Families ate an Easter breakfast before children ran into the playground in search of plastic eggs.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • December 3, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key's thank you to Nora Patterson

Siesta Key associations and the Sarasota County Council of Neighborhood Associations threw a celebration to thank former county Commissioner Nora Patterson for her service on the board.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • April 12, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Community Youth Development 17th Anniversary Celebration

Community Youth Development hosted their 17th annual CYD Celebration Thursday, April 11 at the Sarasota Yacht Club to recognize youth and adult volunteers and 16 years of service to Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • October 2, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Men of Courage Breakfast

Manatee and Sarasota leaders gathered Wednesday morning for SPARCC and Hope Family Services' Men of Courage Breakfast. Held at the University Park Country Club, the breakfast included a discussion that was led by Sheriff Tom Knight and Sheriff Dennis Dummer.

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