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  • By Rod Thomson |
  • February 18, 2010
MY VIEW: 4 reasons to nix the school tax

The reasons why Sarasota County taxpayers - and parents - should oppose the renewal of the district's special one-mill tax extension continue to mount in stunning fashion.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 30, 2011
Amendment takes on age-old issue

The commission agreed that predominantly senior-living facilities should be allowed in a future overlay district in its Comp Plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Azure on Palm won't open until spring 2017, but important work is starting even before construction.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 28, 2016
Palm Avenue condo targets key movers

As a developer prepares to begin construction on the 16-unit Azure on Palm condominium building, distinguishing the project in a competitive market is a priority.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Angela Long says Survivors in Sync has increased its workload in preparation for the Dragon Boat Festival.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 3, 2018
Survivors in Sync paddlers head for prestigious event in Florence, Italy

The Survivors in Sync dragon boat team, based out of Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, are headed for the prestigious Dragon Boat Festival in Florence, Italy.

  • East County
  • News
Jacqueline Putrino.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • November 5, 2020
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Jacqueline Putrino

The junior girls golfer talks her golf origin story.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • July 11, 2019
Sarasota's spending is outpacing its growth

It is symbolic of a bigger issue: Who's in charge? Citizens? Commissioners? City manager?

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Photo courtesy of Norman Schimmel Siesta residents who live on the key’s canals often talk of vessels speeding past their homes.
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • July 14, 2011
Island Beat: Siesta Key residents say, 'whoa,' to boaters

Siesta Key residents bring discuss the issue of damage from the wakes of boats that do not comply with the "slow" signs in the canals and other boating issues.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 25, 2015
Dog Park fetches upgrades

CDD 4's plan to spend $20,000 on improvements has tails wagging.

  • East County
  • News
Bobby Jones Golf Club has been closed since March 2020 as the city prepared to renovate the course. Now, construction may be delayed as the city fields offers from private groups interested in running the facility.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 2, 2021
City keeps options open for Bobby Jones renovation

Although some officials were concerned about ceding control and delaying construction, the board will attempt to find private companies interested in operating the municipal golf course and funding improvements.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Matthew Baar, right, collected coins from friends and family to raise money for All Children’s Hospital, where his brother, Joey, left, received chemotherapy and other treatments for nearly four years.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 25, 2012
Haile Middle School student wins $50,000 Lightning grant

Matthew Baar was named a Tampa Bay Lightning Community Hero and received $50,000 in grants for his charities of choice.

  • East County
  • News
"(Knowing) your involvement directly impacts something bigger than we are is exciting," Bobbi Larson says of her work at the American Red Cross.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 5, 2011
SEVEN in 11: Bobbi Larson

Four years ago, Bobbi Larson joined the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance as a way to bring recognition to the American Red Cross-Manatee Chapter. This month, the ARC CEO will begin serving her third year on the alliance's board of directors - this time as chairman.

  • East County
  • News
Renee Di Pilato is excited to step into her new role as Sarasota County's Libraries and Historical Resources Director. Photo Courtesy
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • August 15, 2019
Conversation with: Renee Di Pilato

The new Libraries and Historical Resources Director is excited to learn about Sarasota County libraries and implement new techniques.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Concept rendering courtesy of SJ Collins Enterprises.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • July 15, 2015
Say Wawa…and Walmart market, Whole Foods

Two developments in Sarasota and Manatee Counties inch closer to bringing big names to East County.

  • East County
  • News
Through its previous two co-ops, Solar United Neighbors helped 100 households in Sarasota County install solar panels.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • December 3, 2020
Co-op encourages homeowners to go solar

Solar United Neighbors started its third solar co-op in Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Planning Commission approved the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan, with Hudgins as the dissenting vote. But, Sarasota County commissioners may reconsider the project’s cost during budget workshops in August.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 2, 2012
Gulf Gate Library's rebuilding price tag called into question

Sarasota County Planning Commission has asked county commissioners to re-examine the new building's cost.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 30, 2010
Key Club project approved

The Longboat Key Town Commission approved the Longboat Key Club and Resort's Islandside renovation-and-expansion project by a 6-1 vote Wednesday.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • September 2, 2020
County closures, collection schedule affected by Labor Day

Several county buildings will be closed Sept. 7 and collections services will be delayed.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 7, 2013
Letters to the Editor

Boats should stay off front yards

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
File photo. After an agonizing wait, kids at the 2015 Big Truck EGGstravaganza egg hunt were released onto the field.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • March 24, 2016
Sarasota calendar 3.24.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of March 24.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Lucas Caragiulo won the 800-meter race at the district championship. Photo courtesy Jay Roper.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • April 25, 2019
Riverview junior runner changes focus, sees big improvement

Riverview High junior runner Lucas Caragiulo changes focus, sees big improvement.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
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