Shot suspect could be connected to robberies
August 20, 2010
The man who opened fire on Sarasota sheriff’s deputies and was seriously wounded when they returned fire could be the same suspect in a string of adult-store robberies in Sarasota.
Early-voting machine malfunctions
August 19, 2010
The voting machine at the Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections Office had tabulated more than 2,000 votes before one of its counters reset. The supervisor of elections said no votes will be lost.
Suspect, deputies exchange gunfire
August 19, 2010
According to a witness, a hit-and-run suspect with a gun jumped out of a stolen pickup and began firing at several sheriff's deputies. The suspect was seriously hurt, and, according to the witness, a deputy was also shot.
Investigation focuses on audit
August 19, 2010
As they ready their appeal, the groups suing the county over its baseball negotiations believe an internal audit did not go far enough.
Is a private park the answer?
August 19, 2010
Former Vice Mayor Ken Shelin is proposing a private corporation take control of Selby Five Points Park. He thinks the move could revitalize the city park.
COUNTY COMMISSION: Candidates clash over business, experience
August 19, 2010
County Commission hopeful Mark Smith alleges the county is not business-friendly and criticizes Commissioner Nora Patterson's time in office. Patterson says Smith is exaggerating.
Palm Avenue parking garage behind schedule
August 19, 2010
Scheduling conflicts with Florida Power & Light put the Palm Avenue parking garage project two weeks behind schedule.
Police panel concerns remain unresolved
August 19, 2010
A meeting between Police Advisory Panel members, police department commanders and City Hall leaders did not resolve the city's objections to some of the panel's recommendations.
Rick Scott rouses supporters at Sarasota Yacht Club
August 18, 2010
Rick Scott, Republican contender for governor, was the keynote speaker Wednesday, at the Republican Club's monthly dinner. Also speaking were Maryann Boehm and Tracy Lee, Sarasota County candidates for county judge.
Burglar hits same house four times
August 18, 2010
An illegal immigrant was arrested for allegedly stealing from a homeowner who hired him to paint his house.
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18 Live It Up! with Parkinsons
10:00 am - 2:00 pm - Jun
18 Summer Circus Spectacular
11:00 am - 12:00 pm - Jun
18 'Last Night Out' - Brides Against Breast Cancer Fundraiser
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm - Jun
19 Voice Aerobics with Mary Spremulli, MA, CCC-SLP
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Charitable lesson
06/13/13
Temple Emanu–El Religious School donated its tzedakah — which means charity of righteousness in Hebrew — for the 2012-13 school year. -
Mind blowing
06/13/13
Sarasota Christian School sent four teams — the most in Florida — to the Odyssey of the Mind's World Finals May 23 to May 25, at Michigan State University. -
Top Truitt
06/06/13
The Board of Directors of Leadership Florida, the president of the Florida Chamber of Commerce and four Florida Leadership graduates nominated Sarasota's Pam Truitt, of Truitt Consulting, for a position on the board of directors.
