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Results for: Reliable Standard Heating & Air is recognized as the best HVAC company for emergency AC repair.

  • By Bret Hauff |
  • August 1, 2018
Longboat begins Colony demolition

Demolition of the former Colony Beach & Tennis Resort on Longboat Key will take, at most, 120 days, according to a contract between the town of Longboat Key and Unicorp National Developments, the approved developer of the site.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • March 25, 2020
EYE ON BUSINESS — Ellenton lands a waterside attraction

Whiskey Joe's gives Ellenton and Bradenton areas another waterside choice.

  • East County
  • Business
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • December 6, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 12.07.17

From a citrus-themed Christmas party to a unique gift for a celebrity choreographer, we've got the inside scoop on the Sarasota social scene this week.

  • Black Tie
  • By Anna Dearing |
  • April 11, 2016
Dance review: Patriotic pieces performed with passion

Marking its 25th anniversary, the Sarasota Ballet performed its pinnacle show of the season featuring Sir Frederick Ashton's "Enigma Variations" and George Balanchine's "Stars and Stripes."

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 13, 2015
High hopes for Harbor Square

Danny and Debbie Palmer believe they can inject some new life into the underutilized Harbor Square office building with a new restaurant offering and other businesses.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • June 25, 2014
Home of the Month: And the winner is ...

A stylish renovation transforms a Lido Shores home.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 15, 2024
School zone speed cameras coming to Sarasota

Speeds around six schools in the city will be monitored in a new program authorized by the Sarasota City Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 23, 2024
Elite home market increases in Lakewood Ranch area

A $7 million home in The Concession, nicknamed the Magnolia Estate, is the latest listing that will draw international attention.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Su Byron |
  • November 8, 2024
6 sensational don't-miss shows this arts season

The arts scene is packed with captivating performances and cultural experiences in the coming months. Here are a few of our favorites.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • April 17, 2024
Longboat Key will implement smart city technology as part of pilot study

Cameras around the island will give the town info on traffic counts and pedestrian safety while also showing public beach conditions.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • November 19, 2025
Cars & Coffee cuts the gas on revving engines

Organizers of the Sarasota event warned motorists to quiet down or be banned from all future events.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 3, 2018
Longboat leaders set to make waves in 2018

A crop of new government officials and non-profit volunteers are among those best poised to impact the island in the upcoming year.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 10, 2023
East County Athlete of the Week: Timmy Sulkowski

The Lakewood Ranch Little League baseball player had strong pitching and hitting performances May 1-2.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By James Peter |
  • May 13, 2023
Paradise Center hosts members for season’s send-off party

The event was a special thank-you to members for their continued support.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • September 13, 2023
Temple Beth Israel Education Center courses open for sign-ups

Program Director Susan Goldfarb has planned a year jampacked with new courses for its many Education Center students.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • November 2, 2021
Longboat Key voters approve density referendum

The developer still needs further town approval before work can begin building two residential homes on Buttonwood Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 5, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Sean Laureano

Laureano is the lone senior on the Cardinal Mooney High boys lacrosse team.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 12, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Caroline Steinwachs

The Riverview High girls lacrosse player has 56 goals in 2023.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 2, 2022
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Haley Howard

The Sarasota High sophomore started the softball season with a hot bat.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 1, 2021
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Michelle DiPuma

The Riverview shortstop talks hitting practice and her favorite memory.

  • Sarasota
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