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Results for: Cityfurnish App Referral code "CF6201271388" Get 500rs Bonus

  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 7, 2013
FROM THE ARCHIVES: Venice surged ahead of Longboat in safety

Longboat Key had long held the distinction of being the safest city in Sarasota and Manatee counties. But, in 1999, Venice became the safest city.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 7, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 7, 2023
City housing goals: Make 11.5% of units affordable

The city of Sarasota is revising its rules to incentivize developers to take advantage of density bonuses and create more affordable housing.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 16, 2023
2023 Summer Camps in Sarasota, Manatee - Science

Your guide to summer camps this year in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • Summer Fun Guide
  • By Jay Heater |
  • November 10, 2020
Mindful Triathlon another Lakewood Ranch event that will have a different look during pandemic

Event planner Monaca Onstad of Lakewood Ranch Communities conquers challenge of keeping the local residents involved with smaller events such as the Mindful Triathlon.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 27, 2016
911: Making the big switch

The town prepares to shift its 911 service to Sarasota County.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • October 1, 2024
Senior city staff member may become interim city manager

An unidentified City of Sarasota director level employee is under consideration to replace the retiring Marlon Brown as the city plans for national search.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • November 30, 2014
City could lift Sunday morning liquor ban

Following in the footsteps of Sarasota County, the Sarasota City Commission will consider ending a restriction on Sunday morning liquor sales.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • July 15, 2023
Neighbors erupt as Tamiami apartment project is approved

The Sarasota Planning Board approved apartments in the North Trail Overlay District, which prompted an unruly response from some Central Cocoanut residents.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 28, 2024
New sea turtle lighting issues arise for St. Regis Longboat Key

According to town staff, the resort has received $6,850 in fines since May 10, and Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium reported three sea turtle hatchling disorientations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Amanda Heisey |
  • September 19, 2014
Curtain Call: In defense of live performance

Curtain Call: In defense of live performance

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • January 20, 2021
Year of events planned for Sarasota County centennial

Plans include virtual lectures and walking tours.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • June 11, 2018
Red tide detected in low, medium concentrations along beaches

As of June 8, red tide was detected in both Sarasota and Manatee counties. Updates on the red tide status will be available later this week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • July 17, 2019
Longtime Village resident goes solar

Rusty Chinnis says the technology has come a long way.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 7, 2026
Three Sarasota theaters jump on the trolley

Asolo Rep, Florida Studio Theatre and the Van Wezel will offer a free family tour.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 7, 2023
Virtual workshop set for Sarasota affordable housing plan

Citizens may provide input on proposed text amendments for mixed use zones along corridors and commercial centers.

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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 3, 2010
Manatee County adopts new cell tower ordinance

Residents of Palm-Aire, in particular, are hopeful the changes will keep a cell tower out of their neighborhood.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 5, 2011
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 14, 2012
Town manager drafts questions for zoning, Comp Plan review

The Longboat Key town manager has put together a draft list of five categories of framing questions to serve as a starting point for discussion about what the town seeks in a possible review of its Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 11, 2023
Financial literacy program gives Manatee students look at real world

Manatee Chamber of Commerce offers high school seniors an exercise in balancing a budget with the Big Bank Theory program.

  • East County
  • Schools
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