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

  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • March 19, 2014
County tightens noise rules

The Sarasota County Commission voted Wednesday for more restrictive countywide noise restrictions.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Joe Hendricks |
  • October 22, 2012
Cemeterror mixes Halloween scares and community service

Cemeterror mixes Halloween scares and community service

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  • Things To Do
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • May 6, 2015
Black Tie & Tales 5.7.15

Catch up on this week's social news with Black Tie & Tales!

  • Black Tie
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 28, 2011
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • January 12, 2011
Real Estate Reports

Coldwell adds two agents to Longboat Key office; Wagner Realty announces top producers in December; Pam Charron joins Michael Saunders & Co.; Coldwell Banker Longboat Key has record December

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 26, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Discount Rx Direct takes new name; Kennedy recognized as Top 40 dentist; Beckmann joins RE/MAX Alliance

  • East County
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • November 9, 2023
City won't make exceptions to vacation rental policy for Lido Key houses

The Sarasota City Commission's ordinance to expand the vacation rental restrictions citywide could resolve possible lawsuits and balance costs.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 23, 2022
Meals on Wheels Plus celebrates 50 years of serving the community

The nonprofit, which in 2020 hit a total 11 million home-delivered meal served since its 1972 inception, now delivers more than 320,000 meals a year.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • August 12, 2010
BACK TO SCHOOL 2010: The Smooth Operator: Bob Barnes

If you've called a Sarasota or Manatee County public schools in the past 10 years, chances are you've been greeted by a smooth baritone voice while you're on hold.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • August 9, 2025
Longboat Key first responders enjoy midsummer cheer

Longboat Island Chapel members delivered lunch to firefighters and police officers on the Key last week as a thank you for their service to the community.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • December 20, 2025
Longboat Goodwill officially celebrates grand opening

Shoppers explore offerings from the 13,000 books at the retail location, which also includes beach towels, decorative pieces and games.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 9, 2014
Longbeach Café opens; LBK Liquors on tap

Whitney Beach Plaza co-owner Ryan Snyder hopes the restaurant and liquor store will spark commitments from other tenants.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ryan Butler |
  • September 18, 2017
Off-duty Longboat officers provide Zota security

As hotel seeks new security company, town police fill in on their own time.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • August 2, 2017
Good summer news

Tax rates same, down

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • November 13, 2013
Black Tie & Tales

Everyone kept dry ... except Snooty; Committed committee; Tidbits; and Black Tie Affair

  • Arts + Culture
  • By June LeBell |
  • January 30, 2013
Music Review: 'Bravo Broadway!'

Many American orchestras are in trouble, and they seem to be dropping like flies from coast to coast. But, there are some that are actually thriving, and the Sarasota Orchestra is, fortunately, among those that are flourishing, even booming.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 4, 2009
Shape Your Booty: Reporting to boot camp

Maria Smith joined 10 other East County women for the six-week Pre-Holiday Boot Camp Nov. 2.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • January 26, 2023
Lakewood Ranch veterinary hospital undergoes expansion

Dr. Wendy Ellis says the 11,790-square-foot expansion serves a need in the area by bringing together different area specialists.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • January 30, 2019
Does a black box fit?

It was not a surprise to hear that fundraising for the town cultural center is not what supporters hoped. That raises a fundamental question.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • November 28, 2012
Dave Miner maintains 'watchdog' status from dais

The new Manatee County School Board member and longtime district critic admits his role will change.

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