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The proposed overpass would connect to Cattlemen Road, just north of the southern end of the lake at Nathan Benderson Park.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 24, 2017
Sarasota takes 'next step' on overpass

There is no funding for the project currently.

  • East County
  • News
The automated vehicle uses radar, lasers and GPS to stay on course and make adjustments for obstacles and other variables.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 23, 2017
Automated vehicle makes debut in Sarasota

An international transit company showcased its newest offerings at The Mall at UTC.

  • East County
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    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • January 22, 2017
RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS JAN. 9 - JAN. 13

Lake Club home sells for $1.45 million

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 21, 2017
Jail time aids school classrooms

Winter carnival proves a success for McNeal families, teachers

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 21, 2017
Flurries of fun

Foundations Academies hosts Snow Day event

  • East County
  • Neighbors
East County sports roundup: 01.21.17
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 21, 2017
East County sports roundup: 01.21.17

East County sports roundup: 01.21.17

  • East County
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EVO boys gymnasts, front row: Noah Candocia, Logan Kehrer, Hunter Murphy, Colson Gerard, Kai Ramos, Sebastian Martinez, Carson Stuart, Garrett Schooley, Danny Ferber.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 20, 2017
Four EVO gymnasts ranked in top-10

A fifth sits just outside the top-20.

  • East County
  • Sports
Riley Murphy, senior podcast editor at Lakewood Ranch High School, with her favorite tool, a digital recorder.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • January 20, 2017
Tuning in to the story

Lakewood Ranch High School students explore an alternative journalism platform.

  • East County
  • News
Spicy Buffalo cauliflower is just one of California Pizza Kitchen' s non-pizza offerings. The restaurant opens in Sarasota on Monday.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 20, 2017
California Pizza Kitchen ready to open in Sarasota

Mall at University Town Center adds another dining opportunity.

  • East County
  • News
The Car Show Sundays event scheduled for Jan. 22 has been cancelled due to expected rain.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 20, 2017
Lakewood Ranch car show cancelled due to expected rain

Next show will be held Feb. 19.

  • East County
  • News
Rocky Aker is pictured with his two youngest children, Wyatt, left, and Alexis, right. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 20, 2017
Friends, family remember Rocky Aker

A 'Celebration of Life' service is scheduled for Jan. 21 in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • News
East County sports roundup: 01.20.17
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 20, 2017
East County sports roundup: 01.20.17

East County sports roundup: 01.20.17

  • East County
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    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • January 19, 2017
Design in nature

A classic Sarasota home defines the Oyster Bay lifestyle.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • January 19, 2017
Three things about Sarasota living

One of a kind homes offer personality galore.

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  • Observer Staff
  • January 19, 2017
East County weather page photo: Jan. 19

Niki Muller captured this shot of Florida grasslands near Lakewood Ranch.

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