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"Wild Rose" is in theaters now. Courtesy photo
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  • Pam Nadon
  • July 22, 2019
Jessie Buckley produces an unforgettable performance in 'Wild Rose'

The film follows a wannabe country singer/mom of two after she is released from prison and pursues her dream in Nashville.

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The moon landing and President John F. Kennedy's life are some of the newspaper stories found by Judy Armitage.
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  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • July 22, 2019
Sarasota woman stumbles upon US history

While cleaning her house, Judy Arimtage found newspapers dating back to 1938.

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    By
  • Sten Spinella
  • July 22, 2019
Underground utilities project launches on Longboat Key

The operation began on the southern end of Longboat Key on Monday afternoon.

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The 2019 Sarasota Improv Festival ran July 12 and 13. Courtesy photo
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  • Marty Fugate
  • July 22, 2019
2019 Sarasota Improv Festival offers big laughs and new take on the art form

Improv troupes from around the nation showcased their art at Florida Studio Theatre. In case you missed it, here’s a recap of some of the highlights.

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Margaret Good
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  • Brynn Mechem
  • July 22, 2019
Good announces challenge to Buchanan for Congress

The Florida House representative will challenge seven-term incumbent Vern Buchanan.

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Zoey Morelli of Lakewood Ranch Gymnastics shows off her determination as she performs on the beam
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  • Jay Heater
  • July 21, 2019
Beam Queen Bootcamp builds gymnasts' confidence in Lakewood Ranch

Beam Queens Bootcamp's elite coaching staff makes a stop at Lakewood Ranch Gymnastics to spread their knowledge and positivity.

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  • Harry Sayer
  • July 21, 2019
Samantha's Friends throws Big Easy bash

Samantha's Friends brought some Big Easy flair to its Mardi Gras Madness fundraiser July 21.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 19, 2019
Bucs headline Manatee Chamber luncheon

Tampa Bay Bucs players attend Manatee Chamber of Commerce Lunch with the Bucs event.

  • East County
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The Public Art Committee recommended selecting “Poly” by Jia Min Nancy Hou to place in the 14th Street roundabout.
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  • David Conway
  • July 19, 2019
Committee endorses U.S. 41 roundabout artwork

In August, as construction continues at 10th Street and 14th Street, work may begin on a new roundabout at Fruitville Road.

  • Sarasota
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  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • July 19, 2019
Sarasota Boys and Girls Club makes a splash with cardboard boat race

The third annual Rock the Boat Regatta took place on July 19.

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    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • July 19, 2019
Photos: DreamLarge launches first BLVD Bike Ride tour

The tour explored the Rosemary and Newtown districts on July 18.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • July 19, 2019
Queen of the night preparing to put on a show

Find this flower at Joan Durante Park — but only in the early morning.

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  • Neighbors
Unicorp National Developments recently released a rendition of how its proposed St. Regis Hotel and Residences would fit on the property at 1620 Gulf of Mexico Drive.
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  • Sten Spinella
  • July 19, 2019
Cancelled trial dates open door for next stage of Colony case

April 2020 trial to decide the method of sale of the properties is still on the books.

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Several police units diverted traffic away from the intersection of South Washington Boulevard and Ringling Boulevard while the crash was investigated.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • July 19, 2019
Sarasota police investigating crash involving police motorcycle

The crash occurred at the intersection of South Washington Boulevard and Ringling Boulevard.

  • Sarasota
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Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling in "La La Land." Photo source: DVD.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • July 19, 2019
Binge Blog: I guess I'll see you in the movies

"La La Land," a color-awash ode to those who dream, and "Los Espookys," an absurd bilingual comedy series, are this week’s picks.

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