Siesta Key

Harriet Sokmensuer
May 2, 2014

Weekend Best Bet: Siesta Key Amateur Sand Sculpture Contest

Sand sculptors of all ages and abilities are invited to compete in four categories including, adult humorous; adult miscellaneous' youth ages 11 to 17; and children 10 and younger.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Alex Mahadevan
May 2, 2014

Tourism officials call emergency meeting

Visit Sarasota County hosted a meeting yesterday, aimed at rallying opposition to a proposed cap on spending for local tourism promotion.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Harriet Sokmensuer
May 1, 2014

Sea turtle nesting seasons begins today

Sarasota County National Resources officials are reminding Sarasota residents and visitors to help protect the hatchlings by taking precautions.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Alex Mahadevan
April 30, 2014

Sarasota secures international lawn bowling event

The Sarasota Lawn Bowling Club hopes to attract 400 athletes as host of the U.S. Open in 2016.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
April 30, 2014

IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Pacific Rim

This week we went in the kitchen at Pacific Rim with owner Veth Senenoi and chef Bryan while he prepares the Hot Lava Roll, a spicy makimono sushi roll filled with cream cheese and crab stick, and topped with a baked medley of sauces and seafood.

Siesta Key
News

Nick Friedman
April 30, 2014

The Good News: Judith Keeler

Through its strong volunteer base and community support, Venice Area Beautification Inc. strives to make Venice a more beautiful place to live, work and play.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Alex Mahadevan
April 29, 2014

County to evaluate SCAT efficiency

An independent cost estimate would give Sarasota County commissioners a crucial tool in deciding whether to privatize the local transit system.

Siesta Key
News

Robin Hartill
April 29, 2014

Turtle nesting season begins this week

Beginning May 1, turn off or shield lights visible from the beach to avoid disorienting turtles.

Longboat Key
News

Alex Mahadevan
April 28, 2014

Siesta man throws urine at county employee

Sarasota County deputies arrested Craig Siegel before 8 a.m. for the alleged attack on a Sarasota County code enforcement officer.

Siesta Key
News

Alex Mahadevan
April 28, 2014

Commission to meet for mid-year review

On Tuesday, Sarasota County staff will update commissioners on issues ranging from major revenues to plans to privatize aspects of the public transit system.

Siesta Key
News

Harriet Sokmensuer
April 27, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Fiesta

Art lovers flocked to Siesta Key Village for the 36th annual Siesta Fiesta Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27. The annual art festival showcases work by local and national artists and crafters. Attendees admired the unique art with live music and fresh food.

Sarasota
Neighbors

David Conway
April 25, 2014

SCAT seeks awareness on Try Transit Day

As the transportation organization continues to reorganize its service, it hopes to establish a more steady ridership base throughout the year.

Siesta Key
News

Jen Blanco
April 24, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: 3A-3 and 4A-2 track and field meets

The Braden River, Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota High boys and girls track teams competed in the Class 3A-Region 3 meet April 23, at Tampa Leto High. Lakewood scored 77 points to win the girls team title while Sarasota won the boys title with 40 points. Riverview competed in the Class 4A-Region 3 meet the same day.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Alex Mahadevan
April 24, 2014

Commission denies Siesta Key building plans

Sarasota County commissioners unanimously denied a variance request to build a three-story single-family home at 162 Beach Road Wednesday.

Sarasota
News

Observer Staff
April 23, 2014

12-year-old tourists catch 692-pound mako shark

Tony Musca, Ryan Roberts and Sam Von Duhn caught the giant shark during a Double Nickel Charters fishing trip with their families.

Longboat Key
News

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