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By Hannah Wallace On March 1 — the first official day of spring break season — Sgt. Dan Smith of the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office took over leadership of the Siesta Key substation and community policing station.“This is a great position to be in. We can really connect with the community out here on a […]
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 […]
Osprey (fish hawk) • Pandion haliaetus By Jan Baumgartner Circling high above the Siesta Key shoreline, the osprey is the only NorthAmerican hawk who dines almost exclusively on live fish, both fresh- and saltwater.It takes lots of protein (rich in Omega-3 fatty acids) to fuel the exploits of thislarge raptor weighing 2 to 4 pounds […]
Vote further hinders Mike Holderness’ desire to build home near Access 3 By Phil Colpas In a rare unanimous ruling against development, the Sarasota County Board of Commissioners on March 29 upheld its earlier vote to deny a coastal setback variance for a Siesta Key property on Miramar Beach.Previously, on Jan. 13, 2021, the BOCC […]
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 […]
Purchase of Crescent Beach Grocery plaza by major investor in the Village could mean business boon for south-end district By John Morton Many entrepreneurs in Siesta Key’s south business district have for years hoped to see their area become the type of energetic, robust scene that’s synonymous with the island’s iconic Village on the north […]
By Rick Grassett This is a great month for snook on shallow flats. Reds and trout will also be more active as the water warms and baitfish become more plentiful. You might find Spanish mackerel, blues and pompano in passes or on deep grass flats. Look for Spanish mackerel, false albacore (little tunny), cobia and […]
By John Morton The Save Siesta Key incorporation team has made it clear it doesn’t want Sarasota County to rule the island. But now that it will remain under its control for at least the foreseeable future, its members are beginning to eye ways to influence the county leadership. And, with two county commission seats […]
On Monday, April 18 and Tuesday, April 19, Nora Patterson Bay Island Park will be closed off from public use in order for the construction of two family-style restrooms to take place. The project also includes an observation deck. The park is located near the north bridge on the south side of Siesta Drive.