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Town elections are in March.
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • October 15, 2020
Longboat election season off and running

The qualifying period for the three Longboat Key Town Commission seats started in October and runs until 11 a.m. on Nov. 16.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
This concept image shows the vision for a bayfront park centered around a new performing arts venue. File image.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 15, 2020
City to consider The Bay tax-funding agreement

The city and county could soon adopt a funding deal allocating as much as $200 million toward capital improvements for the bayfront park project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The commission will discuss the city attorney's report before deciding whether to pursue policy changes related to host-occupied rentals.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 15, 2020
City explores new home-sharing regulations

The city attorney determined officials have the authority to permit "hosted rentals" in residential neighborhoods.

  • Sarasota
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The Axon Body 3 camera activates when a deputy pulls out a weapon, turns on flashing vehicle lights or comes close to a deputy with an activated camera. Photo courtesy Axon.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 15, 2020
Sarasota Police Department to implement body camera program

The city of Sarasota is investing $3.66 million to outfit the Sarasota Police Department's patrol division with body cameras.

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City staff has already installed plexiglass dividers at the commission table in advance of a return to in-person meetings.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 15, 2020
City Commission prepares for in-person meetings

Elected officials are working with staff on health and safety protocols ahead of a return to City Hall next month.

  • Sarasota
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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • David Conway
  • October 15, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 10.15.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
RJ Mabry from Lumpden Concrete rakes the dirt for the Spaeth Terrace ramp.
    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • October 14, 2020
All Angels Episcopal Church adds ramps

Renovations meant to make outdoor activities easier.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The sand fill work on Lido Key is progressing north toward the Lido Beach pavilion.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 14, 2020
Another judge rejects challenge to Big Pass dredge

The group Save our Siesta Sand 2 failed to convince a district court that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers did not thoroughly consider the environmental impacts of the project.

  • Sarasota
  • News
If the parking spaces are approved, several palm trees will be removed. David Conway
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • October 14, 2020
22 parking slots proposed for Siesta Village

County Commissioners favor the project and approve study of configuration and costs.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Celery Fields is a popular walking location that is home to more than 240 bird species.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • October 14, 2020
Conservation easements granted for land near Celery Fields

Easements on three land parcels will keep development from encroaching on Celery Fields.

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The county landfill will increase to 200 feet in some portions, which will add 15 years to the lifespan.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • October 14, 2020
County landfill to increase to 200 feet

The height expansion will add 15 years to the life of the landfill.

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Lakewood Ranch's Rich Bergman holds his newest book, "Alice McGraw Likes to Draw."
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • October 14, 2020
Love of children sparks Lakewood Ranch author's work

Co-founder of Embracing our Differences in Sarasota and a key figure at the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee publishes his seventh children's book.

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This Country Club East home at 7413 Seacroft Cove was sold for $1,555,000. It has three bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 3,347 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • October 14, 2020
Country Club East home tops Lakewood Ranch area sales at $1,555,000

Lakewood Ranch area residential real estate sales topped by a $1.56 million home in Country Club East.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
Diego Perilla, the chief operating officer of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, stands at the front door of the new ER at Fruitville.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • October 14, 2020
Emergency help on the way to Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center's ER at Fruitville scheduled for Dec. 1 opening.

  • East County
  • News
Kenna McSherry and Scarlett McSherry. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • October 14, 2020
Haircut for a cause in Lakewood Ranch

Greenbrook sisters donate hair to Locks of Love and Wigs for Kids to support those affected by cancer.

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