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  • Su Byron
  • February 18, 2021
Great Old Florida Escapes

Although travel is still a no-go, there are plenty of staycation spots that can make you feel like you have gone somewhere. In this case, it’s back in time.

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    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • February 18, 2021
The Talk of the Town

This show-stopping home embodies high style in the new Waterside community.

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    By
  • Su Byron
  • February 18, 2021
Art and About: Sounds of the Season

Slowly but surely, the vaccine is being distributed. In the meantime, area arts and cultural organizations are finding ways to keep audiences virtually engaged. Here’s a quick peek at four inspired music programs.

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  • Brynn Mechem
  • February 18, 2021
Life of Luxury

WheelBase Premium Garage Condos offers car enthusiasts not only a secure place to store their vehicles but also a community.

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FOR FRONT PAGE Andrew Novak (23 under par) won the 2020 Suncoast Classic by one stroke over John Chin.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 18, 2021
Reigning Suncoast Classic champ is ready for his second chance

Andrew Novak will attempt to repeat his performance this week.

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The course at The Concession Golf Club was built to be major championship ready from the beginning, according to The Concession Golf Club general manager Brian Weimann.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 18, 2021
Major ambition at Concession

Could the club host a PGA Tour major event?

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City Manager Marlon Brown said he wants to focus on promoting from within when possible to fill open positions.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 18, 2021
New year brings leadership changes in city government

Top positions in city administration and the Sarasota Police Department have opened up in the past 10 weeks, but the new city manager is optimistic about a smooth transition.

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    By
  • David Conway
  • February 18, 2021
St. Armands group revises public restroom plan

St. Armands Business Improvement District is working to place a temporary bathroom facility in St. Armands Circle Park. Could a carousel follow?

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The music at the Art Ovation rooftop bar has been the subject of several noise complaints, spurring city officials to take action in an effort to mitigate sound issues. File photo.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 18, 2021
Rooftop bar triggers noise concerns

Following complaints from residents, the city is investigating whether a bar at the Art Ovation hotel is operating in compliance with the zoning code.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 18, 2021
Cops Corner: Sarasota 2.18.21

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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    By
  • David Conway
  • February 17, 2021
Selby gains final approval for redevelopment plans

Phase one is expected to cost $42.5 million, of which Selby has raised $35 million.

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    In Memoriam |
  • February 17, 2021
William Robert Hasenfus

William Robert Hasenfus, 72, of Longboat Key, passed away February 11, 2021, after a heroic battle against Pancreatic Cancer, diagnosed on December 23, 2019.

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  • Tributes & Obituaries
While vaccinations at Tom Bennett Park Thursday and Friday have been rescheduled, the schedule remains the same at Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • February 17, 2021
Winter storms throughout nation force Manatee County to reschedule COVID-19 vaccinations in Bradenton

Thursday and Friday vaccinations schedule at Tom Bennett Park in Bradenton postponed this week; Lakewood Ranch vaccinations still a go.

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Bradenton's Paul Azinger, who won the 1993 PGA Championship, will be on the NBC broadcast of the World Golf Championships at The Concession. Azinger is an honorary member of the club.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 17, 2021
Major champ loves The Concession

Paul Azinger says it is about time the world is introduced to the Lakewood Ranch-area course.

  • East County
  • Sports
Top players commit to WGC event at The Concession
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 17, 2021
Top players commit to playing WGC event at The Concession

Defending champion Patrick Reed will try to win the 2021 title, as will other elite golfers.

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