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The combination of school vacation and frequent events swells the number of people attending the Siesta Key Drum Circle during the summer months.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 14, 2012
Deputies prepare for hot summer

It's another sweltering summer on Siesta Key, which means plenty of sunscreen, preparation for the Fourth of July fireworks show and large audiences at Sunday beach drum circles.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The Bay Park Conservancy plans to build out the bayfront project over the course of 15 to 20 years.
  • By David Conway |
  • April 15, 2019
City approves bayfront conservancy agreement

The City Commission unanimously endorsed a partnership empowering a private nonprofit to take the lead on the development of a public waterfront park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Fredd Atkins has served on the City Commission from 1985-1995 and 2003-2011.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 22, 2016
Atkins seeks return to City Commission

Former Mayor Fredd "Glossie" Atkins has filed to enter next year’s City Commission election, becoming the fifth candidate in the race for two at-large seats.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Larry Grossman spent 30 years as a planner in Alexandria, Va., and now frequently gives input at town meetings.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 7, 2012
Town issues occupy retired planner's time

Larry Grossman enjoys occupying Longboat Key - as a resident, not a protestor.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A youth ambassador with Goodwill Manasota, Brianna Moss says youth should do their part to help save the environment.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 25, 2017
It's cool she cares

Braden River student's 'Be Cool School Challenge' benefits Goodwill

  • East County
  • News
Work on the Longboat Pass bridge has been ongoing since June and is scheduled to be finished by early autumn.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • September 20, 2019
FDOT money set aside to study Longboat Pass bridge

Replacement would be years away if study leads to that conclusion.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • March 16, 2011
Sarasota Open returns to Longboat Key Club

The 2011 Sarasota Open Tennis Tournament will take place April 23 through May 1 at the Longboat Key Club Tennis Gardens.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
(From left)Gene Gelpke, Harry Benas, RC Bartley and Brian Biery discuss Central Park's e-voting system at an outdoor pavilion in the community. Bartley and Biery are board directors. Gelpke and Benas are subcommittee volunteers.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • September 23, 2020
Central Park HOA in Lakewood Ranch switches to e-voting

An HOA in Lakewood Ranch finds that 45% of households have opted in to e-voting, higher than any previous rate of voter participation

  • East County
  • News
Longbeach Village resident Kip O’Neill puts wire up around her porch whenever she leaves her home for an extended period of time to keep the peacocks away. (Kurt Schultheis)
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 15, 2015
Town aims to reduce peafowl to 12 birds

The Longboat Key Town Commission will review peacock removal bids in the fall that focus on removing all of the female birds to stop the peacocks from reproducing in Longbeach Village.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Cable TV customers were greeted with this message on Monday.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • April 25, 2022
Internet, cable TV service returning following Comcast fiber cut

Outage affected broad swath of southwest Florida and beyond.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 28, 2012
Letters to the Editor

IPOC should sue Longboat Key Club and Resort parties; The Grinch paid a visit to St. Armands Circle

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
"Follies" runs through April 14 at The Players Centre for Performing Arts, 838 N Tamiami Trail. Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • April 1, 2019
Sondheim's 'Follies' offers reflections on life, love and loss at The Players Centre

The Players Centre for Performing Arts in Sarasota's latest production, "Follies," is a fun and nostalgic celebration of musical theater with a philosophical undertone.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • April 22, 2017
Southeastern Guide Dogs host a walk in the park

Southeastern Guide Dogs host a walk in the park

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Class 2A district and regional champion Lakewood Ranch High boys golf team captured its second consecutive Class 2A state championship Oct. 30 and Oct. 31, at Deer Island Country Club in Tavares. Courtesy photo.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 7, 2012
BACK-TO-BACK CHAMPIONS

The Lakewood Ranch High boys golf team shot a combined 610 to capture its second consecutive Class 2A state championship Oct. 30 and Oct. 31, at Deer Island Country Club in Tavares.

  • East County
  • Sports
The 10-member board, which has been at work since August considering potential alterations to the city’s foundational governing document.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 3, 2022
Sarasota's Charter Review Committee OKs recommendation for elected mayor

Proposal needs City Commission approval before heading to voters.

  • Sarasota
  • News
This section of Old Farm Road in Mote Ranch does not have an invasive plants species problem, allowing native Florida species to grow and thrive.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • March 3, 2021
More demand for Manatee County grant program

Manatee County's Neighborhood Enhancement Grant program supports local communities

  • East County
  • News
  • By Gerald Pankow |
  • April 23, 2009
My View: Churches not immune from downturn

With donations falling, church leaders must examine every category of expenses and ministries.

  • East County
  • Opinion
The Longboat Key Town Commission could now most likely review changes to its telecommunications ordinance and Comp Plan on second reading at its Jan. 6 regular meeting.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 17, 2013
Town seeks telecommunications extension

Town Manager Dave Bullock will seek a state extension so a telecommunications ordinance and Comp Plan amendment can be reviewed together.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • April 14, 2017
Church of the Redeemer, Ministerial Association walk stations of the cross

Hundreds of faithful gathered in downtown Sarasota to walk the 14 stations of the cross down Main Street in recognition of Good Friday.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 20, 2010
St. Denis touts beach program

Town Manager Bruce St. Denis warned Longboat residents Saturday that the town's 2011-12 beach renourishment project could cost taxpayers as much $40 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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