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Despite the ongoing street work, businesses want the public to know State Street remains accessible.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 19, 2019
State Street businesses team up amid construction

Downtown business owners, eager to attract customers after a pair of intersection closures, are working together on promotional efforts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Although the land is currently vacant, Michael Halflants has submitted two different proposals for the property at 1400 N. Tamiami Trail.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 19, 2019
North Trail property owner plans food truck market

The city is reviewing a proposal designed to draw more activity to the area near Whitaker Gateway Park.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • September 19, 2019
The city’s fiscal fiasco

With the city having to tap its savings for $19.7 million next fiscal year, if it were a business, shareholders would dump the board and CEO.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • September 19, 2019
He might cry ‘wolf,’ but it is for good reason

Sarasota businessman Martin Hyde used his three minutes at the City Commission meeting with a fiscal message.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Residents wore red to several City Commission meetings to show their support for STOP's objectives.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 19, 2019
Sarasota activist group STOP says it's dissolving

The group, which lobbied for changes to the city’s development regulations, is disbanding — and says new elected officials are necessary to achieve its goals.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The city finalized its approval of a budget for the next fiscal year, which begins Oct. 1.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 19, 2019
City finalizes 2019-20 budget

Although the city of Sarasota's budgeted expenditures are increasing more than 10% to $256 million, the property tax rate will remain flat.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 19, 2019
Cops Corner: Sarasota 9.19.19

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Esther Halt. Photo by Pam Eubanks.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 18, 2019
Riding to remember in Lakewood Ranch

Riding to remember in Lakewood Ranch

  • East County
  • News
Used with permission by David Ramba.
    By
  • Sten Spinella
  • September 18, 2019
Town lobbyist protects Longboat Key interests at state level

David Ramba focuses on issues like beach re-nourishment and short-term vacation rentals.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
In addition to hosting workshops and posting an online survey, city staff attended events like Friday Fest at the Van Wezel to gather public input. Photo courtesy city of Sarasota.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 18, 2019
Sarasota transportation planning shifts gears

The early finding of the city’s ongoing transportation analysis? People want a variety of safe alternatives for getting around Sarasota, including biking and walking.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Sten Spinella
  • September 18, 2019
Historic Longboat Key house up for sale after large-scale renovation

Owner of Longbeach Village house looks for new owner after large-scale renovation.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Concession's Ian Howard plays pickleball daily despite 24 surgeries that have set him back physically over the years.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 18, 2019
Multiple surgeries don't cut out his joy of life for this Lakewood Ranch man

Multiple surgeries don't cut out his joy of life for Lakewood Ranch's Ian Howard

  • East County
  • News
Sailors coach Spencer Hodges talks to his team after the 75-0 win.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • September 18, 2019
Prose and Kohn: Sarasota football drops anchor

Sailors football makes statement with 75-0 win

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Dr. Richard Aranibar, CEO Andy Guz and Director of Surgical Services John Hall stand in front of the new cardiac catheterization lab.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 18, 2019
After 15 years, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center continues to grow to serve community

After 15 years, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center continues to grow to serve community

  • East County
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    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • September 18, 2019
Braden River Elementary School students stuck on learning

Braden River Elementary School students tape principal, assistant principal to wall

  • East County
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