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January 31, 2023

Onward, incorporation

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January 31, 2023

Stoplight opposition heard by appeals court

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January 31, 2023

Legislature is next for Midnight Pass issue

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January 31, 2023

Farewell to one fine host

By John Morton Alex Kouvatsos always made his presence felt. However, when he joined his son Tom at Siesta Key’s Village Café as a “retiree” in 2008, he had to find a way to fit in to a certain extent.“When he first arrived, he would pound his fist on the table when he wanted to […]

January 31, 2023

After Easter, alternating closures will commence

By John Morton Sporadic east-lane closures have begun as part of the $3.6 million, 250-day repaving project along Midnight Pass Road but use of the center turn lane as a straightway has kept traffic going in both directions for now.The first phase of the 1.6-mile project, which began Dec. 4, will focus mostly on daytime […]

January 31, 2023

No ruling on lawsuit

Judge gives no timeline after hearing Ramirez case By John Morton The interpretation of codes, ordinances and comprehensive plans dominated the four hours of testimony heard by Judge Stephen Walker of Sarasota County’s 12th Judicial Circuit Court on Jan. 6, as both parties in a lawsuit involving the county’s approval of a high-density hotel hoped […]

January 31, 2023

Fate of record-breaking listing a mystery, for now

By Jane Bartnett A $32.5 million Siesta Key real estate listing at 4221 Higel Ave., brokered by Mark Coppens of Living Vogue Real Estate of Sarasota, broke records for luxury real estate listings of residential property and homes for sale on the island in late 2022.In early January, however, the listing was removed from Multiple […]

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January 31, 2023

‘We are the hidden jewel of Siesta Key’

Turtle Beach Resort & Inn offers a secluded tropical paradise on the south end of the island By Jane Bartnett After seeing the musical South Pacific for the first time, I became enchanted with the idea of visiting those magical islands. Whenever I hear the song “Bali Hai,” I picture the handsome young Navy officer, […]

January 31, 2023

Thanks to the trolley, getting around here is a breeze

By Jane Bartnett There’s something special about trolleys. They are much more fun to ride than a bus. San Francisco may have one of the most famous trolleys of all, but the Siesta Key Breeze Trolley has become a celebrity in its own right. Visitors from around the world have taken a ride and the […]

January 31, 2023

Tales, triumphs and tribulations of a chef’s life

By John Morton Marisa Mangani had a burning desire for a life in the kitchen, then burned out on it all. So, what did she do next? She designed kitchens! In fact, the kitchen at Sun Garden Cafe in the Siesta Key Village was one of her projects, so naturally business owner Rick Monroe invited […]

January 31, 2023

Reeling in the years

Captain Rick Grassett made a hobby into a career that has cast him as a local fishing phenom By Ned Steele The waters around Siesta Key swarm with redfish, sea trout, tarpon and innumerable other denizens of the sea. If you’re a serious angler eager to know where to find them, what makes them tick […]

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February 4, 2023

Mote to host ‘Farm to Fillet’ event Feb. 12

A “Farm to Fillet” lunch event is set for 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12 at the Mote Aquaculture Research Park, 12300 Fruitville Rd. Under shady oak trees and amidst beautiful scenery, guests will hear directly from Mote scientists about their work to advance sustainable aquaculture technology to feed the world and restock depleted fish populations. […]

February 3, 2023

Chamber announces annual award recipients

The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce held its annual Awards Dinner on Jan. 25 at Marina Jack, honoring its award-winners in several categories. Here is the chamber’s press release regarding those receiving recognition:

January 29, 2023

Beachcombers will have reason to ‘shellabrate’

The annual Shell Show hosted by the Sarasota Shell Club will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 10 and 11 in the Potter Building of Robarts Arena, 2896 Ringling Blvd. Exotic and rare shells, artistic exhibits, and educational programs will be among the offerings.

January 29, 2023

Siesta Promenade plans are filed

The plans for the Siesta Promenade project have been filed with Sarasota County. See them here. The massive mixed-use project by Benderson Development, which was approved in 2018, is going up at the northwest corner of U.S. 41 and Stickney Point Road. Currently, the ground is being prepared for construction. It will feature 414 apartments […]

January 21, 2023

Turtle Beach renourishment webinar is Jan. 24

A Sarasota County-hosted webinar that will address the planned renourishment of the south end of Siesta Key at Turtle Beach is open to the public. It begins at 5:10 p.m. Jan. 24 and will have a question-and-answer session following the presentation. To participate in the Zoom meeting, register at: https://scgov.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wf4uqoaXQ9We3GfBS_2IlQ If you’d like to email […]

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