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Groins at north end must save Greer Island

Groins at north end must save Greer Island

Greer Island could erode away if groins are moved to the south.

February 4, 2012 | Posted in Major Headlines | Read More »

Longboat Key Club & Resort to appeal court decision

Longboat Key Club & Resort to appeal court decision

The town of Longboat Key has officially ‘appealed the appeal’ of the Islandside development order in an effort to get the project back on track after it was derailed last December in circuit court.

February 4, 2012 | Posted in Major Headlines | Read More »

Engineer warns of losing Beer Can Island to erosion if groin plan shifts

Engineer warns of losing Beer Can Island to erosion if groin plan shifts

‘I cannot support the recommendations of destroying the recreational areas (Greer Island) that many people now enjoy.’

February 4, 2012 | Posted in Major Headlines | Read More »

Resident seeks LBK support for no alcohol on beach ordinance

Resident seeks LBK support for no alcohol on beach ordinance

I heard about your sister through the local media and your efforts to try to prevent another tragedy.

February 3, 2012 | Posted in Major Headlines | Read More »

Romney romps on South Longboat

Romney romps on South Longboat

Presidential candidate Mitt Romney found an overwhelmingly strong base of support on the southern half of Longboat Key, where he trounced Newt Gingrich by 54 percentage points.

February 3, 2012 | Posted in Major Headlines | Read More »

Town appeals Key Club ruling

Town appeals Key Club ruling

The Town of Longboat Key has officially ‘appealed the appeal’ of the Islandside development order in an effort to get the project back on track

February 3, 2012 | Posted in Major Headlines | Read More »

Struck pedestrian dies at scene on Longboat

Struck pedestrian dies at scene on Longboat

A pedestrian was accidentally struck and killed by a motorist on Longboat Key’s Gulf ofMexico Drive at about 6:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27.

January 28, 2012 | Posted in Major Headlines | Read More »

Falling fronds fuel power outages

Falling fronds fuel power outages

Commissioner Patricia Zunz says outages affect about 750 homes and have occurred as frequently as 15 times a month and last often an hour.

January 28, 2012 | Posted in Major Headlines | Read More »

Whitney Beach Plaza forges ahead

Whitney Beach Plaza forges ahead

Whitney Beach businesses embracing the busy season with initiatives.

January 28, 2012 | Posted in Major Headlines, News Shorts, z | Read More »

Community center gets vetted

Community center gets vetted

It’s a quality of life, enriching the community, increasing property values. A place where neighbors, family and friends enjoy various activities. It’s very popular.

January 25, 2012 | Posted in Major Headlines | Read More »