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Each classroom is fitted with plastic barriers to help keep particles from spreading. Photo courtesy of Sarasota County Schools
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • August 27, 2020
Sarasota schools prepare for students' return

From social distancing to masks and desk barriers, here's what your child can expect as they return to campus:

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
Local doctors say for students with no underlying risks, it is safe to return to school to receive necessary early development learning. File Photo
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • August 27, 2020
Doctors say returning to school for most is safe

Local experts say kids don't get COVID-19 frequently and those without risk factors are safe to return to brick-and-mortar.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 27, 2020
Longboat Key weather page photo: August 27

Joanne Hummert captured this sunset on south Longboat Key.

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 27, 2020
East County weather page photo: August 27

Gordon Silver captured this pileated woodpecker feeding her babies on White Eagle Boulevard in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 27, 2020
Sarasota weather page photo: August 27

Matthew Press captured this scarlet tanager perched in a tree in Gulf Gate.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Street parking on the south side of Broadway is closed between Palm Drive past Longboat Drive South.
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • August 27, 2020
Longboat Key commissioners to consider resident-permit parking proposal

The Longboat Key Town Commission will also consider increasing parking fines from $30 to $75

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We Nuzzle CEO John Myers (left) and founder Brian Bennett (right) officially founded the company on Oct. 1, 2019.
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • August 27, 2020
Pet care startup makes Longboat Key home

We Nuzzle plans to launch its on-demand pet-care services app this fall in parts of Florida.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    In Memoriam |
  • August 27, 2020
Philip Lynn Schneider

Philip Lynn Schneider passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2020.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Chair Mike Moran said the goal of the first phase of funding should be allocated toward providing food and shelter.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • August 27, 2020
County creates allocation plan for relief funding

The county will focus on businesses and individuals in the first $18.9 million funding phase.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dick Vitale has raised more money for the Dick Vitale Gala than ever despite the pandemic.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 27, 2020
Dick Vitale raises the bar for gala fundraising despite the pandemic

The gala, usually held in Sarasota, will be virtual this year.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Rashad West gives orders underneath a mask at Lakewood Ranch High football practice. West said the Mustangs won't have the advantage of low expectations this season.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 27, 2020
Lakewood Ranch football wants consistency and steady progress

The Mustangs are in year two under coach Rashad West.

  • East County
  • Sports
Passenger traffic at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport rose in July as compared to June, but still remains down year over year.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • August 27, 2020
Boston service coming to SRQ in November

Allegiant will begin offering twice weekly service, adding 22nd destination.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The dredging project is adding more than 120 feet of sand to eroded portions of the Lido shoreline. Photo courtesy John Cloud.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 27, 2020
Lido Key shoreline renourishment progresses

As Lido residents celebrate the addition of sand to their beaches, Siesta Key residents are closely monitoring the dredging of Big Pass.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Although Siesta Key Village businesses have expressed a desire to add more parking, residents are concerned about the prospect of adding angled spaces near an entry point for the commercial district.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 27, 2020
Siesta Village parking proposal draws concern

Although businesses are interested in adding parking spaces, condo residents are concerned about safety and aesthetics.

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The Bazaar on Apricot and Lime has used outdoor markets, rum tastings, food trucks and more to attract visitors. Now, businesses are discussing strategies to do the same across the Limelight District. Photo courtesy Kim Livengood.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 27, 2020
City plans Limelight District zoning changes

Officials are working with businesses on a proposal to permit more commercial activity on industrial-zoned property.

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