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After the city rejected the first proposal, Selby Gardens revised the proposed height of the parking garage by more than 40%.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 3, 2020
Selby Gardens project set for City Commission review

Last year, the City Commission turned away Marie Selby Botanical Gardens’ proposed master plan. Will a revised pitch produce a different outcome this month?

  • Sarasota
  • News
The future of the county’s downtown office building is in question, but any changes could add to a residential-leaning redevelopment trend on Ringling Boulevard that dates back to 2014. Harry Sayer
  • By David Conway |
  • September 16, 2021
County building sale adds to evolution of Ringling corridor

The potential redevelopment of the Sarasota County Administration Center is likely years away, but it could be a piece of a larger series of changes along Ringling Boulevard.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • August 16, 2017
Three things

A cool half million

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Three Things: A Happy Median
  • By Robert Plunket |
  • July 9, 2014
Three Things: A Happy Median

The median price of a home in Sarasota these days is $215,000, meaning half the houses cost more and half cost less. But what will this tidy sum buy you?

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • August 24, 2010
DCA holds code change hearing

The Department of Community Affairs heard arguments from the town of Longboat Key and the Islandside Property Owners Coalition Tuesday about code changes the town approved in May.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Join Emily Walsh as she reports today's headlines.
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • June 29, 2012
June 29: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The dispute centered on work that James Armstrong performed on his home without obtaining permits, according to town officials.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 20, 2012
Commission agrees to Armstrong settlement

Resident James Armstrong will pay a $650 fine, have a $2,117.50 non-interest bearing lien placed against his home and allow a third party to inspect his home.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kathy Stern, Rabbi Samantha Kahn and Mary Collier
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • January 26, 2020
Temple Sinai hosts annual Jewish Food Festival

The 12 annual Jewish Food festival took place on Jan. 26.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 3, 2014
Primary election: How Longboat voted

The following are vote totals for Longboat Key in the Sarasota and Manatee County precincts for the Aug. 26 primary election.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 28, 2012
Janson fulfills Olympic dream

Lacy Janson is one of the most decorated pole-vaulters in U.S. history and now the Sarasota native can add Olympian to her list of accolades.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 28, 2013
JUST THE STATS

11 - The number of strikeouts The Out-of-Door Academy's Jimmy Kuebler recorded in the Thunder's 11-5 victory over Palmetto March 19.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Cops Corner
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 5, 2017
Cops Corner

Interesting police reports in the Lakewood Ranch and East County areas.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Originally acquired with the intent to provide parkland, the county-owned site at 4644 N. Tamiami Trail is on the market as part of officials' quest to produce more affordable housing. File photo
  • By David Conway |
  • October 12, 2021
County selects preferred developer for North Trail housing

The County Commission intends to sell a U.S. 41 site to facilitate private construction of up to 95 affordable units, foregoing a previously favored proposal for artist housing.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lift Station 87 plans include a two-story building at 1900 Mound St., a stark design from the underground proposal favored at the beginning of the year.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 1, 2014
City approves Lift Station 87 plans

After months of revisions, the City Commission approved a site plan for Lift Station 87 on Monday. The city also approved new regulations on Sunday morning alcohol sales.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The existing signs for The Town of Longboat Key.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 2, 2023
Longboat commissioners unanimously approve fiscal 2024 budget

A reduction in the millage rate and increase in personnel costs were key discussion points along the way, but next year’s budget is now official.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 5, 2012
Town issues Colony requirements

Town Manager Dave Bullock has put the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort Association on notice: The town expects further upgrades to the rundown property to make the outward appearance acceptable by Longboat Key standards.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Steve John, the citrus production manager for Schroeder-Manatee Ranch, shows the competitors how roping a steer is done.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 26, 2017
SMR Cup riders know the ropes in Lakewood Ranch

Annual competition matches cowboys against polo players in several events.

  • East County
  • News
Mar Vista application to go back to planning board
  • By Eddie Kirsch |
  • May 28, 2013
May 28: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Mar Vista application to go back to planning board; Street teams program marks one year; 2013 FCAT scores released; PHOTO GALLERY: Tribute to Heroes Parade

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Troupe now owns the theatre building and the Binz Building, which are located near the intersection of Orange Avenue and 10th Way.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 8, 2013
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe buys venue

The performance group purchased the 2-acre site where it has been performing for the last three years.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 10, 2010
Longboat Key Building Permits

These are the largest building permits issued by the Longboat Key Planning and Zoning Department for the week of Feb. 26 through March 4, in order of dollar amounts. (GMD = Gulf of Mexico Drive)

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
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