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Accessory dwelling units such as this Laurel Park residence are already allowed in certain neighborhoods, but the commission is following expert recommendations to permit them citywide.
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  • David Conway
  • February 25, 2021
Commission backs accessory dwellings citywide

Despite some resident concerns, officials are optimistic allowing small secondary residences on single-family properties will help address an affordable housing shortage.

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  • By Badger Bob's Staff
  • February 25, 2021
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  • Sarasota
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Crystal Vatrt and Alexandra Presely
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  • Harry Sayer
  • February 24, 2021
Sarasota Chamber of Commerce puts on outdoor party at Van Wezel

Chamber restaurants and businesses were on display at the annual party.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Cougars are going to the state title game. Photo courtesy Melissa Tomasso.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 24, 2021
Cardinal Mooney girls basketball advances to state title game

The Cougars defeated The Master's Academy 47-32 Wedesday in Lakeland.

  • Sarasota
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  • David Conway
  • February 24, 2021
Sarasota hosts vaccine clinic at Van Wezel this weekend

About 4,000 doses will be administered as part of a 13,000 dose delivery that arrived this week.

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A ShredQuick truck shredded paper documents at the town of Longboat Key's community open house in March 2020. Photo: Nat Kaemmerer
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • February 24, 2021
Longboat Key plans for document-shredding event

The event is set for 9 a.m. to noon on March 18.

  • Longboat Key
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Manatee County School Board member Scott Hopes is one of three candidates for the county's acting administrator role. A decision will likely be made March 9.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • February 24, 2021
Manatee County will evaluate three candidates for acting administrator

Former Sarasota Commissioner Charles Hines not a slam dunk as other candidates come into the picture.

  • East County
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Xan Wilson and Mariah Esparza. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • February 24, 2021
Kiddies celebrate Mardi Gras in Lakewood Ranch

Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch introduces new celebration to children.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Commissioner Vanessa Baugh is under investigation by the Manatee County Sheriff's Office, which received a complaint Monday from Sarasota-based paralegal consultant Michael Barfield.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • February 24, 2021
Manatee County Sheriff's Office investigating Commissioner Vanessa Baugh

Manatee County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh under investigation after complaint filed by Michael Barfield

  • East County
  • News
Four living levels are planned above a ground-level parking facility.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • February 24, 2021
New developments, newer resales help drive condo market up on Longboat

Sage and St. Regis sales progress past milestones.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Windsong Acres resident Howard Duff says traffic on Upper Manatee River Road is congested. The roadway configuration at the entrance to his neighborhood at 10th Avenue East makes it hard for residents to get in or out. File photo.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • February 24, 2021
Priority shifts to Manatee County road projects

Road construction is a 'necessity' for Manatee County

  • East County
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River Club resident Cliff Lathrop said he and his wife, Catherin Lathrop, will visit with their daughter for the first time in a year and a half after they receive their second doses of COVID-19 vaccine.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • February 24, 2021
Anger, gratitude follow Lakewood Ranch vaccinations

Lakewood Ranch residents relieved to be vaccinated, but Premier site receives criticism from many

  • East County
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Riverview's Jayven Millien hits a corner 3-point attempt. He would finish with 17 points.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 24, 2021
A pair of possibilities

Rams boys, Cougars girls still alive in basketball playoffs

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • February 24, 2021
100 roses for Rose

Rose Bauer receives parade in Del Webb for 100th birthday

  • East County
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    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • February 24, 2021
Lakewood Ranch Community Campout fires up fun

From games to live music, campers had plenty to choose from at Greenbrook campout

  • East County
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Government protections remain important in keeping the Myakka River healthy and pristine.
  • April 13, 2026
Some residents say Manatee pulled 'bait and switch' on Myakka River monitoring
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Artist Ena Jasmin Carroll credited her friend and fellow artist Pat Lundy with bringing her in for the second annual Artists in the Garden last weekend at Longboat Island Chapel. A dozen local artists showcased and sold their works at the two-day event.
  • April 13, 2026
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Conductor Glen Olsen introduces trumpet soloist Ricardo Chinchilla, who accompanied members of the Sarasota Bay Chamber Orchestra on April 10 for an end-of-season performance at St. Armands Key Lutheran Church.
  • April 13, 2026
Sarasota orchestra closes out season at St. Armands church
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Beverly Sutton, director of the outgoing Reading Buddies program that paired Christ Church of Longboat Key volunteers with students from Bradenton schools, speaks to the impact the after-school program had on everyone involved. Volunteers shared their appreciation for teachers and students at the April 12 service and reception.
  • April 13, 2026
Longboaters show teacher appreciation as they bid farewell to Reading Buddies
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Boat lifts flank each side of the canal in a Country Club Shores neighborhood. The town of Longboat Key is preparing to enact a continuous canal maintenance program that would include flat fees and ad-valorem assessments for residents.
  • April 13, 2026
Canal maintenance program up for a vote this summer

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