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Derek Almy, Terry Almy, Earl Almy, Talon Almy, Mark Hall, Jaxson Almy and Sara Almy
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • November 3, 2023
Mote A-scare-ium provides a safe place for children on Halloween

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium hosted families for a scavenger hunt, underwater pumpkin carving, candy and more.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
From the property's beach groin, the scale of the project is evident.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • January 24, 2023
St. Regis developer asks Longboat for parking garage permission

Desired changes could go before the Planning and Zoning Board as early as March.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Remembering a trio of arts titans that Sarasota lost in 2023
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • December 25, 2023
Remembering a trio of arts titans that Sarasota lost in 2023

Two local arts advocates and one Sarasota-bred superstar left the stage in 2023.

  • Arts + Culture
This three-piece modular building will serve as the temporary clubhouse at Bobby Jones Golf Club. A permanent structure is currently under design.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 7, 2023
Bobby Jones clubhouse delivered as project manager retires

The three-piece temporary modular unit marks another milestone in the restoration of the city-owned golf complex.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Mirabai Holland
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • January 16, 2024
Health coach offers holistic wellness education on Longboat

Mirabai Holland's Lose-to-Win program teaches participants how to balance diet, stress, exercise and sleep.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Reuben Fernandez teaches his intermediate tai chi class at The Paradise Center.
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • September 12, 2023
Paradise Center instructor creates special tai chi community

Reuben Fernandez has practiced tai chi for more than 20 years. He teaches students how to implement balance and stability in their lives.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Luxe on Tenth project includes plans to improve sidewalks and landscaping surrounding the Tenth Street property. Rendering via city of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 6, 2021
City OKs high-density 10th Street apartments

The developer expressed hope that increased residential activity would be beneficial for the area on the northern boundary of the Rosemary District.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Reported burglary turns out to be a case of misplaced items
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • December 19, 2023
Reported burglary turns out to be a case of misplaced items

A resident unable to locate her package, purse and suitcase accidentally took them to a different unit. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
It was a good day for Longboat Key
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 15, 2023
It was a good day for Longboat Key

The Karon Family Pavilion signifies progress, another positive step forward.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
The long-awaited 22-classroom addition at Lakewood Ranch High School is open for students and teachers.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 15, 2024
Lakewood Ranch High welcomes students back with new building

After years of waiting, the 22-classroom addition is open to students and teachers.

  • East County
  • Schools
Commissioners forwarded the proposed Town Center site development plan with 81 parking spaces to second reading.
  • By Lauren Tronstad |
  • February 15, 2023
Longboat seeks solutions to Town Center parking problems

Commissioners discussed the need for more parking to accommodate events for the development.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Blue Man Group will splash the Van Wezel stage with its colorful performance for two nights this week.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 24, 2023
The best things to do around Sarasota for Jan. 26 to Feb. 1

From musical performances to the strange and funky sights of a Pecularium, check out the top arts and entertainment events of this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The Whitney Plaza Community Center would be located at 6810 Gulf of Mexico Drive.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • January 15, 2024
Lease and funding in place for Whitney Plaza Community Center

Classes and course offerings at the center are still to be determined at the Longboat Key center.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
City commissioners approved on second reading rate increases for residential and commercial solid waste collections.
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 28, 2023
Sarasota's solid waste fees are going up

To meet rising operations costs and build a reserve, city commissioners approved a rate hike for residential and commercial customers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Siesta Key Hotel project includes five levels of hotel rooms over three levels of the parking, some of which would be open to the public. Rendering courtesy DSDG Architects.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 27, 2021
New development rule opens door to Siesta Key hotels

Despite vocal resident opposition, the County Commission approved applications tied to a 170-room Siesta Key Village hotel, and more projects could be on the way.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Guest Author |
  • August 16, 2021
Letters to the editor: Siesta Key hotel proposals

Siesta Key leaders sound off on recent opinion piece.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
The arts have a powerful ally in new Arts Alliance CEO
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 2, 2023
The arts have a powerful ally in new Arts Alliance CEO

Brian Hersh, the new CEO of the Arts Alliance of Sarasota County, knows that the arts are more than a source of enjoyment. They’re also an economic driver.

  • Arts + Culture
‘Champs’ for children
  • By Emily Walsh |
  • November 29, 2023
‘Champs’ for children

Forty Carrots Family Center engulfed The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota once again Nov. 17 with its annual Bacchanalian fundraiser — Wine, Women & Shoes luncheon and fashion show.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
A worker paves a road that starts at the Mallaranny property's driveway and stretches toward the back of the property on April 29.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • May 5, 2021
Construction continues in Myakka City while Manatee County code officials under investigation

Sarasota Medieval Fair on Myakka property requires special permit, but construction continues

  • East County
  • News
The salad bars in high school cafeterias come with plenty of ingredients for students to choose.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • January 31, 2024
Providing more food options is a recipe for success in Manatee schools

The School District of Manatee County offers increased variety to meet students' needs for a nutritious lunch.

  • East County
  • Schools
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