News
Island’s mini-reef totals exceed 200
By John Morton Another wave of mini-reef installations on Siesta Key has bolstered the island’s status as setting the standard in the area of water-quality and aquatic-habitat regeneration. On March 25, another 34 mini-reefs were installed in Grand Canal, the 9-mile waterway in the heart of the north part of the island. Now, a whopping […]
Redistricting, political move could impact incorporation effort
Also, city shoots down elected mayor idea, likely eliminating possible Siesta Key commission seat By John Morton A redistricting shake-up on the state front could assist Save Siesta Key’s desire for incorporation, as two members of the Sarasota County Legislative Delegation who voted in opposition will no longer have votes.District 71’s Will Robinson, who chaired […]
County touts upcoming roundabout
By Phil Colpas At its regular meeting April 7, the Siesta Key Association heard a presentation from the Sarasota County Department of Public Works regarding its plans for a roundabout to be constructed at Beach and Midnight Pass roads. The county is seeking resident input for detailed design of the roundabout. Funded by the Florida […]
Employees find a home as chamber takes over south lot
Parking spaces for 43 cars will be shared by 7 businesses By John Morton It took nearly two years to come to fruition, but on April 1 several entities in Siesta Key’s southern business district will have access to some much-needed parking spots for their employees. On March 29, the Sarasota County Board of Commissioners […]
Living
Looking down on our aquatic delights
Tour the shallow-water treasures throughout the area with Siesta Key Snorkel By Jane Bartnett Siesta Key’s coastline offers a magical setting for snorkeling. It’s a chance to see the many fish, grasses, artificial reefs and aquatic wildlife that make their home close to our shores. When it’s time to put on that snorkel mask, don […]
Mind Body Soul: Whole Wellness
By Dolores Day “There are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.” — Albert Einstein If you read my column monthly, you have probably caught on to the fact that I believe mindset is one of the most powerful […]
House calls on the Key will be her key to success
Traveling nurse Tiffany Tompkins targets Siesta residents for new business that offers in-person medical care By Jane Bartnett The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce gave a warm welcome to the Key’s newest medical practitioner at a beach-side ribbon cutting ceremony in March. This spring, nurse practitioner Tiffany Tompkins launched her new mobile medical practice that […]
Home watch a thriving business
Siesta Key seeing an influx and need for a service that’s growing By Hannah Wallace What happens in your home when you’re not there? That lone concern has spawned an entire industry in the last 40 years. While home invasion and squatters (intruders who live long-term in an unoccupied home) grab headlines and stoke fears […]