Panel debates racial makeup
September 2, 2010
A Police Advisory Panel adviser said if the city does not mandate that blacks be appointed to a permanent police panel, then that panel would be 'nearly racist.'
CCNA chief: Make employees live here
September 2, 2010
Kate Lowman believes city employees would be more invested in city affairs if they lived within Sarasota city limits.
Turner wants to shift more power to manager
September 2, 2010
City Commissioner Terry Turner wants to change the city charter to require that all positions report to the city manager.
Hollaway applies for chief's position
September 2, 2010
A group of citizens is pushing a petition that urges the city manager to give the police chief's job to interim Police Chief Mikel Hollaway.
News Briefs 09.02.10
September 2, 2010
As the city's Charter Review Committee prepares to discuss a proposed change to Sarasota's election schedule, the city of Bradenton has issued a change of its own.
Commission 'made a mistake' on U.S. 41 plan
September 1, 2010
Commissioner Terry Turner believes city commissioner erred in combining $134 million worth of transportation projects, saying state and federal funding requests will never be approved.
Pineapple Square building nears completion
August 31, 2010
Construction on the development's nearest retail location, at Main Street and Lemon Avenue, should be finished in two weeks.
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: Fairy Tails Boutique
August 30, 2010
If you've ever wanted to indulge in a sweet treat for yourself while outfitting your dog with the latest trends in fashion and accessories, Fairy Tails Boutique should be at the top of your list.
Sarasota election recount denied
August 30, 2010
A Charter Review Board candidate wanted a recount, claiming Supervisor of Elections Kathy Dent wrongly encouraged her to concede.
Mote scientists search for missing satellite tag
August 30, 2010
Researchers are asking for the public's help in locating a satellite tag that was used to track a whale shark.
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7 Siesta Key Networking Luncheon
11:30 am - Sep
8 Guardian ad Litem Program Training
9:00 am - 4:00 pm - Sep
8 Informational Meeting for Interested Foster/Adoptive Parents
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm - Sep
11 Sarasota's Got Talent
8:30 am - 5:30 pm
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Couple heats up culinary competition
09/02/10
Sarasota resident Nicole Luciana-Epperson and her husband, Jonathan, have been selected as one of 10 semifinalists in a national Pyrex culinary challenge. -
Designing Women makes donation
09/02/10
Wrapped up in pretty pink-and-white gift bags were 21 pairs of upscale silky pajama sets and 21 pairs of matching bedroom slippers. -
Show some puppy love for new center
08/26/10
If you're hankering for some puppy love, there's a new spot in downtown Sarasota just for you. Southeastern Guide Dogs will open its Discovery Center to the public Sept. 2, at 1618 Main St.
