News
Request for Village bathrooms goes to county
By John Morton Earlier this summer, the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce had some fun with an informal survey regarding whether or not people felt the Village needed public bathrooms The questions even incorporated a bit of potty humor. But the survey was serious, as the chamber is a daily recipient of questions about where […]
Still Foxy at fifty
Foxy Lady boutique to celebrate golden anniversary in style with gift-card raffle By Jane Bartnett Foxy Lady, Siesta Key’s iconic women’s luxury fashion boutique, turns 50 years young this month. For half a century, fashionable women visiting Siesta Key and many who make Sarasota their home have made Foxy Lady their special destination. On the […]
County expresses interest in beach property
By John Morton Moments after Sarasota County commissioners put to bed a lawsuit from Siesta Key resident Mike Holderness regarding a dispute over land at Beach Access 3, board member Christian Ziegler expressed his desire to try and purchase beach property in the area in an effort to extend Siesta Beach in a northbound direction. […]
Sheriff’s Report: October
Aug. 15, theft A sheriff’s deputy was responding to a disturbance when complainant stated he wanted to report stolen items from his residence. They are two firearms, one silencer, and a GXR skateboard. Serial numbers for the firearms were requested by the deputy. Aug. 16, theft Victim reported the theft of his Bote Rover Midshift […]
Living
Community Spotlight: Bringing color to the Key
Lloyd Dobson’s artwork captures the area’s breathtaking beauty Q: Lloyd Dobson, you are a creative force whose oil paintings are seen all around Siesta Key, the region, and the world. For starters, tell us about your history with our island. A: In 2013 I moved to the Siesta Key area from Treasure Island to be […]
Willkomen!
Gulf Gate’s Schnitzel Kitchen is big on the old-world German recipes, warm hospitality By Jane Bartnett There’s a magical little place in Gulf Gate on Superior Avenue called Schnitzel Kitchen. Walking through the door, I felt as though I’d been transported to a charming German family’s home filled with family treasures and an endless array […]
Is 3,000 B.C. ancient enough for you?
Remarkable Halo Arts exhibit features Siesta Key contributions and talents By Jane Bartnett This month, Siesta Key residents and visitors will have a rare opportunity to see a curated exhibit of 16 ancient artifacts that will be on display next to a contemporary artist’s interpretation of that same piece. Ancient art that dates from 3,000 […]
Helicopter heaven
By John Morton “It’s the most amazing experience you’ve ever had.” That’ how pilot Mark Montgomery describes his helicopter tours over Siesta Key, and he does so emphatically. “Even though I go up in the sky over the area all the time, I still get goosebumps. And my customers’ reactions still always amaze me,” he […]