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Thunder by the Bay has had a presence on Main Street in downtown Sarasota every year since 1999, but the motorcycle festival will move to a new venue in 2017.
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  • David Conway
  • September 20, 2016
Thunder by the Bay relocates to Lakewood Ranch

Following complaints from downtown Sarasota merchants and residents, the motorcycle festival is moving almost entirely out of the city and expanding its presence elsewhere in the region.

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The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is looking for information related to the case.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 19, 2016
Cars burglarized in Heritage Harbour

Suspects entered unlocked cars on Beacon Harbour Loop last night.

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Marina Proskurina, teacher of digital design at Manatee Technical College, wears her medal and holds the unique degree she recently earned.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • September 19, 2016
MTC photography instructor achieves unusual degree

Marina Proskurina honored for her artistic excellence

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Motorcycles line Lemon Avenue during last year's Thunder by the Bay event in Sarasota. File photo.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 19, 2016
Motorcycle fundraiser thunders toward Lakewood Ranch

Thunder by the Bay will relocate its main festival to Premier Sports Campus in January.

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A bomb threat led to an arrest early Sunday morning in eastern Manatee County.
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  • Jay Heater
  • September 18, 2016
Bomb threat proves to be a hoax in East County

Manatee County Sheriff's office finds no threat after sweep.

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Guatemala keeper Diego Luna denies Joshua Sargent of the U.S . point blank in the first half. Defender Fausto Santizo was late getting to the play.
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  • Jay Heater
  • September 17, 2016
U.S. Under 17 soccer team rolls over Guatemala

U.S. team wins 9-0 at Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 17, 2016
Cal Ripken league takes swing at fall season

The league dedicated opening ceremonies to individuals serving in the military and law enforcement.

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Rhaja is believed to be one of less than 100 tigrons in the world.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • September 17, 2016
UPDATE: Big Cat Habitat clears tigon to be viewed by public

Sanctuary put Rhaja through a brief quarantine.

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Braden River wide receiver Daveon Wortham celebrates with running back Raymond Thomas, who scored a pair of rushing touchdowns in the Pirates 31-7 win.
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  • Jay Heater
  • September 16, 2016
Braden River prevails over gritty Lakewood Ranch football squad

Pomp and circumstance of big rivalry game lives up the hype.

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Haily Young said being a drama student should help her play to the crowd as the Pirates' mascot.
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  • Jay Heater
  • September 16, 2016
Pirates land new, full-time mascot

Sophomore puts the 'Arrrs' in Braden River

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Property tax rates have remained the same since 2008.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 16, 2016
Manatee County approves budget

The sheriff's office will receive additional funding.

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The Little Greek crew — Joe Marquez, regional manager, Michael Tudor, Tampa manager, Percy Rosemurgy, co-owner, and Ben Hedgecock, LWR general manager — stand in front of the soon-to-be Little Greek.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • September 15, 2016
Little Greek promises big flavor

The new mediterranean grill to open soon in Lakewood Ranch.

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    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • September 15, 2016
Three Things: Snowbird Special

Three Things: Snowbird Special

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Natalie Palumbo watches student Travis Young draw a heart.
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  • Jay Heater
  • September 15, 2016
The Gap students give lesson in gratitude

Special hearts painted to thank Firkins for donation to Lakewood Ranch school.

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Forward Manatee spokesman Mac Carraway presents during a debate hosted by the Women's League of Voters of Manatee. File photo.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 15, 2016
Forward Manatee kicks off campaign

Official promotion of a sales tax in Manatee County begins tonight

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