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April 28, 2022

Residents fight to keep sailboat tradition afloat

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April 28, 2022

All bought-out on the beach

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April 27, 2022

South synergy

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April 26, 2022

Save Siesta Key eyes county commission race

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April 28, 2022

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 […]

April 28, 2022

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 […]

April 28, 2022

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 […]

April 28, 2022

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 […]

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April 28, 2022

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 […]

April 28, 2022

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 […]

April 28, 2022

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 […]

April 28, 2022

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 […]

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May 4, 2022

Sun Deck temporarily closed for repairs

The Sun Deck establishment at Siesta Beach is temporarily closing May 4 through 10 for building repairs. The Sand Pavilion and Shark Tank, also located at the public beach, will remain open. Sand Pavilion: open daily8 to 11 a.m. for breakfast; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for food and beverage Shark Tank: open daily11 a.m. […]

May 2, 2022

Open Midnight Pass networking event is May 22

Midnight Pass supporters are invited to a networking social event to learn about Little Sarasota Bay and the obstacles facing a group that wants to open the pass, which was impacted in the early 1980s when human intervention closed-off the bay from the Gulf of Mexico. Community engagement is the goal of the non-profit Open Midnight […]

May 2, 2022

Shred event is May 14 in the Village

Looking to properly discard your important tax-related papers or other sensitive documents? A free Shred Day Event is scheduled in the Village at the Michael Saunders & Company office on Saturday, May 14. The details:  

May 2, 2022

Drainage project is underway in north end of the Key

Drainage improvements near the intersection of Ocean Boulevard and Higel Avenue began May 2 on the north end of Siesta Key. Residents in the area received postcard notification from Sarasota County stating that construction will be done from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday, excluding holidays. It noted that motorists should expect lane […]

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