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Sarasota's Ronn Wyckoff is the only person in Florida Senior Games history to shoot a perfect 30/30 in the free throw competition twice.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 20, 2018
Sarasota man makes history in Florida Senior Games

He is the first person to go 30 for 30 in the free throw competition — twice

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Madison Smithers.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 20, 2018
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Madison Smithers

The freshman talks her favorite basketball memory and her best advice.

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"On the Basis of Sex" opens Christmas day. Courtesy photo
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  • Pam Nadon
  • December 20, 2018
Critic's holiday film picks 2018

A look at our favorite movies coming out this holiday season, including "On the Basis of Sex," "The Destroyer," "Bird Box," "Mary Poppins Returns," "Roma," "If Beale Street Could Talk" and more.

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Selby Gardens officials were inspired to seek county funding after seeing other organizations make similar requests for large capital improvements.
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  • David Conway
  • December 20, 2018
County faces questions on project priorities

County funding is a coveted resource for Sarasota organizations embarking upon major capital projects, but how do officials choose recipients of public money?

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St. Armands businesses said speeding is an issue when motorists pass Columbia Restaurant on the way to Longboat Key.
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  • David Conway
  • December 20, 2018
St. Armands prepares for speed tables

The temporary installation of traffic calming devices around the Circle has drawn concern from Longboat Key.

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The home in Palmer’s at 1232 N. Casey Key Road recently sold for $6.1 million. Built in 2005, it has three bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths, a pool and 7,850 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • December 20, 2018
Casey Key home sells for $6.1 million

Residential real estate transactions for Dec. 3-7.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • December 20, 2018
Cops Corner: Sarasota 12.20.18

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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  • Cops Corner
The Rotary Club of Longboat Key collected wrapped gifts for the Knights of Columbus.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 19, 2018
The Nice List: Longboaters spread good cheer and deeds

There's no need for Santa to check his list twice. These Longboaters are going straight to the top of the nice list.

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  • Neighbors
City Manager Tom Barwin said some feedback he's heard has raised concerns about storage. Residents in cities with e-scooters have said the devices, as seen on this San Diego sidewalk, clutter the public right of way.
    By
  • David Conway
  • December 19, 2018
Will electric scooters come to Sarasota?

City officials have had preliminary conversations with Bird, an e-scooter company — a potential precursor to an ordinance allowing the transportation devices.

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SIBLING SYNERGY/The Gruters focus on some kind of physical activity, such as dodgeball, instead of sitting around on Christmas Day. Then, they eat.
    By
  • Randi Donahue
  • December 19, 2018
From socks to sauerbraten, Sarasota residents cherish holiday traditions

Families share the recipes and rituals that make the season grand.

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  • Neighbors
A condominium in en Provence recently sold for $3,275,000. Built in 2001, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 3,400 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $2.9 million in 2011.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • December 19, 2018
en Provence condominium sells for $3,275,000

Residential real estate transactions for Dec. 3-7.

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A home in Concession at 19457 Ganton Ave. recently sold for $2.35 million. Built in 2007, it has four bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths, a pool and 6,062 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $1.45 million in 2012.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • December 19, 2018
Concession home tops local sales at $2.35 million

Residential real estate transactions for Dec. 3-7.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • December 19, 2018
Days before Christ’s birth

With humility and obedience and far below the radar screen of celebrity status, they carried out God’s will.

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  • Observer Staff
  • December 19, 2018
Approaching storm prompts cancellation of Thursday after-school activities in Sarasota district

Forecasts of rough weather prompts Sarasota County Schools to take action. After-care not affected, district says.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 19, 2018
Longboat Key is merry and bright with Christmas lights

Longboat, Lido and St. Armands keys are shining bright this holiday season thanks to festive decorations.

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