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  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 4, 2013
PIC's voice is changing to comply with a state bill

The Public Interest Committee could reorganize next month following changes to statewide campaign-finance laws and a ruling from the Florida Elections Commission.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota County Commissioner Charles Hines spoke in defense of County Administrator Randall Reid at Wednesday's meeting, but ultimately voted for his removal.
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • October 23, 2013
A big week for the BCC

The Sarasota Board of County Commissioners (BCC) had a busy week, approving funding for several high-profile projects, making a key staff change and addressing hot-button issues in a joint meeting with the city of Sarasota.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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  • By Kathryn Parks |
  • October 23, 2013
30 Numbers from 'Crazy for You' that will blow your mind

30 Numbers from 'Crazy for You' that will blow your mind

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • October 27, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'The Counselor'

Film critic Pam Nadon reviews 'The Counselor.'

  • Arts + Culture
Crystal Soufer, David Kaplan, Doris Kaplan, Gary Kaplan his wife, Jody. Photo by Molly Schechter.
  • By Black Tie Staff |
  • November 6, 2013
Black Tie & Tales

Celebrating Doris; Tidbits; and Black Tie Affair.

  • Arts + Culture
  • 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
Tuesday's Laurel Park Neighborhood Association meeting saw some residents raise concerns about a kayak launch site that will be part of a multi-use recreational trail.
  • By David Conway |
  • November 13, 2013
Laurel Park residents voice concerns about trail

A forthcoming multi-use recreational trail in Laurel Park has some residents worried about the neighborhood getting too crowded.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • November 26, 2013
The Good News: Manasota Operation Troop Support

Made possible by collecting donations, raising funds and writing small grants, one of Manasota Operation Troop Support's most prominent efforts includes packing and mailing customized care packages to deployed local troops.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 27, 2013
Police department earns 911 training certification

The department spent six months to become certified to train 911 dispatchers. The move allows Longboat Police to groom new hires and save money on training.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • December 5, 2013
SKVA considers putting petals on the metal cans

The association mulls an artistic twist on plans for recycling bins in the Village.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Members of the public spoke in support of preservation of the Payne Park Auditorium Monday. The fate of the auditorium will continue to be unknown until at least February or March.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 10, 2013
Citizens speak out in support of Payne Park Auditorium

At a community workshop Monday, city staff and residents discussed the future of Payne Park, with several speakers encouraging the city to find a way to preserve the park's auditorium.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Building Official Wayne Thorne said there are 782 items that “meet the conditions of being dangerous structures" at the Colony.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 11, 2013
Commission grants Colony extension

A public hearing will be held March 4 to assess Colony buildings and whether or not they are public nuisances.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Mary McAndrews |
  • January 27, 2014
10 steps to flawless skin

10 steps to flawless skin

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • January 31, 2024
Getting started with the Breeze OnDemand smartphone app

Here’s everything you need to know to use Sarasota County's ride-share service now available for all of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Board member Tom Edwards and Superintendent Terry Connor talk with Bryson Day, a Venice High School junior who was student representative at the Aug. 15, 2023, meeting.
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • August 17, 2023
Sarasota School Board votes to suspend strategic plan

Board members emphasized a need for clarity and a "refocus on academics" in the strategic plan.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
A crowd watches a local band on the stage at Jiggs Landing.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • June 12, 2024
Jiggs Landing Outpost cuts its hours for the summer

While the park concessions will be closed Mondays through Wednesdays, rentals will continue to be available online.

  • East County
  • News
  • By BayView Dental |
  • June 12, 2024
4 Dental Truths for a Sparkling Smile

The Tooth, The Whole Tooth, and Nothing But the Tooth and Surprising Truths.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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Sharon Meier, Melanie Dale, Susan Loprete and Debra Sauers welcome back Longboat Key Garden Club at its annual welcome back party.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • December 3, 2024
Longboat Garden Club releases cookbook to fund environmental recovery

As it welcomes back members, the club plans to focus on the re-beautification of Longboat Key after the impact of hurricanes Helene and Milton.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Driving down Estero Boulevard, the main road that runs the length of Fort Myers Beach, the widespread destruction that Hurricane Ian wrought is still on full display.
  • By Louis Llovio |
  • June 25, 2024
Condo owners hit again as Citizens requests 14.2% rate hike

Already facing increased assessments and association fees, the state’s condo dwellers may see insurance costs jump as Citizens Property Insurance Corp. looks for rate hike.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Paradise Center members boogie down with a 70s-themed farewell party.
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • April 20, 2025
Paradise Center, Longboat Harbour get groovy before saying goodbye

The Paradise Center and Longboat Harbour Condominiums held their end-of-season parties this week.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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