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Protesters rallied against racial injustice and police violence during a march from Dr. Martin Luther King Way to University Parkway on Saturday, June 6.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 18, 2020
Protests spark dialog on police policy, reform

Amid national unrest, law enforcement agencies, activists, residents and elected officials are engaging in conversation about policing in Sarasota.

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The project will require the monitoring of the coastal environment surrounding Big Pass, which has never been dredged before.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 18, 2020
Lido Beach renourishment begins next month

City officials say the dredging of Big Pass will help protect the natural and built environment on Lido Key.

  • Sarasota
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The Kolter Group hopes to finish construction on the Bayso project by early 2023.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 18, 2020
Developer plots another high-rise on Quay site

City staff has offered preliminary feedback on plans for an 18-story building near U.S. 41 and Fruitville Road.

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A mural on Second Street in downtown Sarasota served as inspiration for a public art initiative that could receive economic development funding.
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  • David Conway
  • June 18, 2020
City debates use of economic development funds

After setting aside more than $2.3 million for small business grants, city officials are considering expanding their criteria for spending the money.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • June 18, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 6.18.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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  • By Gerry Siegel, Lead Leasing Advisor, Arietta Living
  • June 18, 2020
A Socially Distanced Social Life…Arietta Makes It Possible

A Socially Distanced Social Life…Arietta Makes It Possible

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  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • June 17, 2020
Christ Church of Longboat Key gathers goods for food pantry

The church hosted its third drive for Our Daily Bread in Bradenton.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Braden River's Natalie Valentine smiles while performing at the state competition. Braden River's Marching Band of Pirates hopes to defend its state title, but it depends on whether school will reopen fully in the fall. File photo
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • June 17, 2020
East Bradenton marching bands play waiting game

Until decisions are made about reopening school, local bands are planning for different scenarios.

  • East County
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Manatee Technical College students, like former student William Kennedy, have been learning remotely since March 30. MTC is receiving federal funding to provide students who have been impacted by COVID-19 financial aid. File photo
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • June 17, 2020
MTC receives $1 million in government aid

Funding will provide financial aid to at least 508 students and cover costs of moving to remote learning.

  • East County
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This map shows the location of the proposed 7-Eleven.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 17, 2020
S.R. 64 corridor near Lakewood Ranch gets more business

Convenience store comes to S.R. 64/Lorraine Road intersection with more development on the way.

  • East County
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1. Braden River's O'Mariah Gordon repeated as the Gatorade Florida Girls Basketball Player of the Year.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • June 17, 2020
A year of triumph: The top-10 moments of the East County high school sports season

Multiple aea athletes got national and state recognition for their accomplishments this season.

  • East County
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East County's Virginia Bell has been reunited with Spanky.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 17, 2020
Chip helps Spanky return to Bradenton home after six years

Shih tzu returned to Bradenton home after being most for six years.

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Lt. Rob Guerra is surprised by seeing his daughters Raelyn and Camila and his wife Kayla on Jimmy Kimmel Live From His House. Guerra was sent to New York to help with COVID-19.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • June 17, 2020
Celebrity donation was no joke for Lakewood Ranch Medical Center nurse

Late night show gives nurse a new truck and PPE for being a health care hero.

  • East County
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Scott Cooper, the new principal at R. Dan Nolan Middle School, settles into his new office. He hopes to expand the performing arts and career and technical education programs at the school in the future.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • June 17, 2020
New principal thrilled to lead Nolan Middle

Scott Cooper, the new principal of R. Dan Nolan Middle School, is confident he'll transition smoothly to his new role.

  • East County
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Panther Ridge's Olga Ways, on Phillipe, rides through a trail. She and other equestrians can ride more than 14 miles of continuous trails. "We definitely moved here because of the equestrian trains and the length of the trails," s
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 17, 2020
Proposed homes draw criticism in eastern Manatee County

Compatibility with surrounding neighborhood creates concern for Concession project.

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