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

  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 11, 2012
Whitney Beach Plaza renovations begin

A construction crew began work for a new roof this week at Whitney Beach Plaza.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 5, 2013
Bob Plunket's Beach Books

Let's talk about beach books. Sarasota is, after all, the perfect town in which to read one. Most visitors bring along a bestseller or two, and getting lost in a story that's fun and entertaining is an important part of the vacation experience.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • December 18, 2023
Music Compound now offers virtual, hybrid guitar instruction

The Sarasota music school's new course, “Introduction to Guitar Fundamentals: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide," was launched in early December.

  • Sarasota
  • Business
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • January 12, 2012
Neighbors: Mary Ann Pelley

Breakfast hostess Mary Ann Pelley brings service and smiles to those who dine at Clayton's.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 19, 2012
Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce After Hours

Members of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce met for an after-hours social event Tuesday, July 17, at The Sports Page Bar and Grille. Members enjoyed food provided by the bar before socializing and networking with fellow chamber members.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • April 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Hob Nob

Members of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce gathered Thursday, April 4, at Ed Smith Stadium for the annual Hob Nob networking event. Members dressed in tropical luau attire and enjoyed food, drink and socializing, as well as the opportunity to adorn the front page of the Sarasota Observer.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Katie Hendrick |
  • April 10, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Business After Hours Courtside

The Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce hosted a networking session Tuesday, April 9, at the Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Guests enjoyed hors d'oeuvres, cocktails and an exhibition tennis match between Sarasota Open contestants.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kelsey Grau |
  • May 29, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce Card Swap

Wagner Realty hosted a Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce card swap May 29, at its location in the Centre Shops. The event gave professionals a chance to network with local businesses in a casual environment.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • November 7, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: SCAN's Taste of Friendship

Members of the Sarasota County Aging Network enjoyed the sunset with cocktails and conversation at the Taste of Friendship, Thursday Nov. 7. The evening was held at the Edson Keith Mansion and proceeds benefitted Senior Friendship Centers Health Clinics.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • December 3, 2009
DID considers bond for future projects

A downtown advocate suggests the Downtown Improvement District borrow at least $1 million so it can speed up the completion of its goals.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 28, 2011
City ratifies Teamsters' Union three-year contract

A compromise on pensions allowed the city to come to terms on a new three-year contract agreement.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • July 3, 2019
Downtown gateway sign plans progress

A downtown group hopes to erect a landmark sign near a main entry point to the urban core.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 31, 2016
Major League Football cancels its 2016 season

After another year of development, professional league plans on return in 2017

  • East County
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 7, 2016
Architect unveils catalyst project for east Main Street

The Schimberg Group aims to spark revitalization of a sleepier section of downtown Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • January 19, 2017
Opposition organizes against Siesta hotel plans

They don’t know where it’s going to be. They don’t know how big it’s going to be. But a group of Siesta Key residents is rallying against a potential hotel on the island.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 7, 2011
Construction starts on Marshall Key

Model homes are expected to open in December. Every property in the community is waterfront.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • September 3, 2009
Hotel anchors Osprey plan

A 190-room waterfront hotel received praise from some Osprey residents for its attractive design and derision from others for its 70-foot height cap.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • March 31, 2010
In Brief

Community news and notes

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • March 2, 2017
City Commission candidate questionnaire: Mikael Sandstrom

At-large candidate Mikael Sandstrom shares his thoughts on the key issues ahead of the March 14 election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 7, 2013
News Briefs

Closures planned for Veterans Day; City Commission to extend Street Team program; Broken Egg closes in Siesta Key Village

  • Sarasota
  • News
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