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David Verinder, Sarasota Memorial Hospital's president and CEO, discusses the hospital's COVID-19 response at a press conference Tuesday, March 3.
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  • David Conway
  • March 12, 2020
Sarasota Memorial Hospital patient tests presumptively positive for COVID-19

A 70-year-old man is the first positive case at the hospital. Health officials are investigating the origins of the infection and other individuals who may have been exposed.

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Although some major organizers said they won’t be postponing their events, Sarasota County is canceling anything anticipated to draw an audience larger than 250 people.
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  • David Conway
  • March 12, 2020
Sarasota County cancels large events, citing COVID-19 concerns

The announcement followed a recommendation from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis today discouraging mass gatherings statewide.

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Healthcare providers have generally advised individuals exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms not to come directly to the hospital because of exposure-related concerns.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 12, 2020
Sarasota health department sets up coronavirus call center

The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County is asking residents with COVID-19 symptoms to call a hotline before visiting a health provider.

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Workers at the Sarasota Agricultural Fair plan to sanitize surfaces and rides to address coronavirus-related concerns, but the event is set to go on as scheduled.
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  • David Conway
  • March 12, 2020
Major Sarasota events reverse course, announce cancellations

Representatives for the Sarasota Fair and Nathan Benderson Park said Thursday upcoming events are not being canceled or postponed because of COVID-19 concerns. On Friday, both organizations said the events are now off.

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  • Eric Garwood
  • March 12, 2020
Longboat church cancels services

Christ Church of Longboat Key directs members to watch live streaming version until further notice.

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Jose Iglesias.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 12, 2020
MLB cancels all spring training games, delays regular season

The move will bring games at Ed Smith Stadium to a halt.

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  • Observer Staff
  • March 12, 2020
Longboat Key weather page photo: March 12

Michael Cohen captured this hungry squirrel at South Lido’s Ted Sperling Park.

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  • Observer Staff
  • March 12, 2020
Sarasota weather page photo: March 12

Michael Cohen caught this photo of a turkey vulture flying near Marina Jack.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • March 12, 2020
Sarasota school district asking for student technology needs in case of closure

District officials are collecting information who may need a laptop or hotspot in the event of a coronavirus-related closure.

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  • Observer Staff
  • March 12, 2020
East County weather page photo: March 12

Bryan Veith captured this double rainbow over the No. 9 green at Heritage Harbour Golf & Eatery in East County.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Manatee County athletic events have been canceled through March 23.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 12, 2020
Manatee County cancels athletic events until March 23

As of now, Sarasota County athletic events remain on schedule.

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Researchers at the Roskamp Institute found a drug that lowers cognitive decline in patients with Alzheimer's disease.
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  • Brynn Mechem
  • March 12, 2020
Sarasota researchers find drug that cut cognitive decline in Alzheimer's patients

Researchers at the Roskamp Institute found a drug that lowers the amount of amyloids in the brain.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Water undergoes biological treatment at the facility, making it safe to water lawns with, but not to consume.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • March 12, 2020
Changes at water facility expected to reduce effect on environment

More than $170 million in changes at the Bee Ridge Water Reclamation Facility are expected to help reduce the level of nutrients in Sarasota County's ecosystem.

  • Sarasota
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Northbound traffic now flows nonstop un U.S. 41 through the Fruitville Road intersection, but a detour to a temporary roadway is required.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • March 12, 2020
Residents launch traffic petition to stop roundabout

Document aimed at state leaders over concerns about traffic.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • March 12, 2020
Make a law and voila!

Sarasota city commissioners once again defied logic. While supporting the smart move to allow residential uses in commercial zones, they spoiled the idea with counterproductive regulations.

  • Sarasota
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