The hundreds of Siesta Key residents who had a chance recently to let developers know just what they thought of the latest proposals for two new hotels on the low-key barrier island didn't pull ...

A Herald-Tribune investigation into close contacts between Sarasota County officials and prominent local developers stemmed from the County Commission's handling of citizens' legal challenges to ...

Despite a majority of public speakers who opposed the move, Sarasota County Commissioners voted 4 to 1 in favor of another hotel ... island's Crescent Club. He also executive-produced MTV's Siesta ...

SARASOTA COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – Aside from its picture perfect beaches, Siesta Key is known for its quaint, small-town feel. Some locals are worried the island’s unique character could be at risk.

I think it is a great idea,” said Kimberlie Macdonald who works on Siesta Key. “Now the island will be inundated with the super tall hotels. We have had these height ordinance is in place for ...

Barnes If you're looking for more from a beach than walking or lounging in the sun, Siesta ... people who flock to Siesta Key. For generations sea turtles come to the island to lay their eggs ...

A resident of Siesta Key and environmental activist has filed a civil suit against Sarasota County over its approval of a developer's plans to build a 170-room high-rise hotel in Siesta Key Village.

Clam Island, and Sarasota Key, Siesta Key was renamed in 1907, just a year after the first hotel opened on the island. Kelly Defebo, vice president of marketing and communications at Visit ...