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  • Mark Bergin
  • July 9, 2020
Gulf of Mexico Drive home sets sales record . . . by $1

The home fronting the Gulf of Mexico sold for $13,000,001.

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The Observer is promoting transparency in journalism with "The Convo."
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 9, 2020
New podcast wants listeners to feel like part of the newsroom

The Observer is promoting transparency in journalism with 'The Convo.'

  • Sarasota
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Bradenton Lynx shortstop Devyn Flaherty, a Riverview grad, smiles while completing a home run trot.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 9, 2020
Sarasota-area college softballers participate in the local Florida Gulf Coast League

The league is the first of its kind for college softball players.

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    In Memoriam |
  • July 9, 2020
Gary Drew

With saddened hearts we announce the passing of our wonderful father and husband, Gary Drew, 81, who passed away on his 58th wedding anniversary on June 30, 2020 in Sarasota, FL.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
    A time to celebrate |
  • July 9, 2020
Harry Anand

Honorable Harry, Happy 60th Birthday.

  • Sarasota
  • Celebrations
DID board members have signaled an interest in pursuing additional capital improvement projects after the tree lighting is installed.
    By
  • David Conway
  • July 9, 2020
City approves downtown tree lights

Despite some questions about the choice to prioritize the project, the Downtown Improvement District is moving forward with plans to install additional permanent lighting.

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Latressa Preston, the city's new Police Complaint Committee chairperson, said she felt passionately about finding a way to help serve the community.
    By
  • David Conway
  • July 9, 2020
Newtown residents to lead police boards

In the wake of recent protests over policing, city leaders said diversity is a priority for two citizen oversight bodies.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 9, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 7.9.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Josh Falcon wears the Epic microphone.
    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • July 8, 2020
Rotary Club of Longboat Key obtains equipment for first responders

The fire and police departments have received safety and surveillance equipment from the club.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • July 8, 2020
Sarasota County School board gears up to name new superintendent

Superintendent finalists enter last phase of selection process, culminating July 14 with school board decision.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
The city provided this map highlighting the area on Coon Key where the boil water advisory is in effect. Image courtesy city of Sarasota.
    By
  • David Conway
  • July 8, 2020
City issues boil water advisory for Coon Key

A contractor damaged a water main along John Ringling Causeway on Tuesday, disrupting water service on the city's barrier islands.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 8, 2020
Fiery start to 'out of the box' summer camp in Lakewood Ranch

Chabad of Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch welcomes new summer camp format.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Vincente Garcia installs irrigation lines for landscaping along Lighthouse Drive, the "backbone" road of the project.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 8, 2020
Pandemic spurs development changes at Heritage Harbour

Developer says pandemic changed design plans to create a healthier environment.

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Christopher Lesser, the director of the Manatee County Mosquito Control District, said his department goes to extraordinary lengths to protect the safety of the public.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • July 8, 2020
The lowdown on mosquito spraying in Manatee County

Low altitude helicopter flights one needed aspect of Manatee County's mosquito abatement program.

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Braden River QB Shawqi Itraish is committed to Rice University. He will be a senior in the fall.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 8, 2020
Pirate QB will take off with Owls

The rising senior committed to Rice University

  • East County
  • Sports
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