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Results for: Top-rated AC repair is provided by Reliable Standard Heating & Air in San Diego.

  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 15, 2012
Commission won't commit funds to homeless program

Sarasota County commissioners decided not to allocate taxpayer dollars to a new homelessness program until it can review detailed financials and firm donation commitments.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 26, 2012
Jewels on the Bay tour to showcase historic roots

This year's Showhouse will feature a Craftsman bungalow and a 1950s ranch. Money raised will benefit programs at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee and Sarasota counties.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 14, 2011
North-end sand never a long-term solution

According to Longboat Key Public Works Department Director Juan Florensa, the loss of sand following an emergency beach project should be expected.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 29, 2011
Letters to the Editor

Parking meter placement defies commonsense

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 2, 2011
Commission considers Colony request tonight

The Longboat Key Town Commission will decide whether to allow the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort to re-open by Dec. 31, 2012.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 6, 2019
Knight announces final term as Sarasota sheriff

First elected in 2008, county's 10th chief law-enforcement officer's term expires in January 2021.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 3, 2017
Sarasota Library Foundation reaches campaign goal

The campaign raised $501,075.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 28, 2016
Mote to release snook into Phillippi Creek

The release is part of Mote’s partnership with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and a Fisheries Conservation and Enhancement Initiative at Mote.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jack Short |
  • September 9, 2015
Commission appoints Chamber executive to planning board

Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Vice President Kevin Cooper is appointed to Sarasota County Planning Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 19, 2013
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Rugs by Reza, formerly known as Heriz Persian Rugs, has moved from St. Armands Circle to 652 S. Washington Blvd. in Sarasota.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • June 20, 2013
Moments in time

1981 - JUNE 18. Mark Cotney, of the Tampa Bay Bucs, autographs a football for The Out-of-Door Academy students Bill Lineweaver, Kay Lineweaver, Robbie Malkin and Jonnie Malkin. The Lineweavers and Malkins had bid on a party, featuring Mark Cotney, at The Out-of-Door Academy Auction in November 1980.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • January 16, 2014
Booker Middle parent creates first school app

Booker parent Jeremy Scott created Instant BMS, an app to help Booker parents access student grades, class assignments and school events from an Android smartphone.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • October 24, 2013
Daily Headlines: Oct. 24, 2013

Sarasota County commissioners terminate County Administrator Randall Reid; Sarasota Police investigate the discovery of a dead body near the 10th Street boat ramp; City of Sarasota crime statistics trouble local officials; and MORE!

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • March 8, 2026
Town to apply for loan for subaqueous project

Longboat Key is making moves in preparation for the beginning of the subaqueous wastewater pipeline replacement, expected to break ground this summer.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 16, 2020
Lakewood Ranch couple zigs and zags to marriage

Festive Main Street at Lakewood Ranch setting perfect for Greenbrook couple to say wedding vows.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 18, 2020
Grant leads to Willis Elementary's plants in Lakewood Ranch

Willis Elementary teacher receives Splash! grant to grow a garden by the school's new addition.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • January 16, 2023
Sarasota police, youth organizations say Y.E.S. to teaming up on empowerment

The police chief says that the organization aims to provide mentorship and services to at-risk kids in the city.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • July 29, 2010
Program fills local need

The Warren BackPack Program aims to alleviate child hunger in Sarasota on weekends and during school holidays.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Stephanie Hannum |
  • June 17, 2010
Sarasota Small Business of the Year Awards: Circus Sarasota

Non-Profit Organization -- Finalist

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • February 8, 2012
EDIBLES: Kids and parents learn to love lunch

The deCarle family has a lot in common with many others.

  • Arts + Culture
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