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Manny Machado. Courtesy photo.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 13, 2018
Orioles announce spring training promotions

Magnets, caps and a Manny Machado figure highlight the calendar.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 13, 2018
Key Notes: ‘Siesta Key’ Episode 15 Recap

This week was full of moments that made me want to bang my head against the wall, including the demise of Bradisson and Juliette's lack of basic college-level knowledge.

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Sarasota Mayor Shelli Freeland Eddie and Arts and Cultural Alliance Executive Director Jim Shirley
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  • Katie Johns
  • February 12, 2018
Sarasota County Schools and the Arts and Culture Alliance mingle

The groups held a reception on Feb. 12 at the Sarasota Opera House.

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  • Cassidy Alexander
  • February 12, 2018
Pulitzer Prize winner inspires audience to help national leaders get it right

Historian Jon Meacham was the second speaker in the Ringling College Library Association’s Town Hall Lecture Series on the 2018 calendar.

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The Sarasota County Fire Department is responding to a four-inch gas line break near South Tamiami Trail. Photo courtesy Sarasota County.
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  • David Conway
  • February 12, 2018
UPDATE: South Tamiami Trail reopens after gas leak

Authorities are responding to a gas line break at Jo An Drive and South Tamiami Trail, which has closed a portion of the state highway north of Stickney Point Road.

  • Sarasota
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  • Ryan Butler
  • February 12, 2018
Fundraising, voter turnout highlight enthusiasm behind special election

House District 72 candidates have outpaced fundraising totals from previous elections.

  • Sarasota
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The third-annual Baltimore Orioles Springfest takes place Feb. 17 at Ed Smith Stadium from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Courtesy photo.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 12, 2018
Third-annual Orioles Springfest set for Feb. 17

The event at Ed Smith Stadium features a Q&A session with Trey Mancini and the chance to play catch on the field.

  • Sarasota
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Lacey Anderson listening to her coach, Bill Culver, read the clue for the trivia question.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 12, 2018
Local graduates compete in Brain Bowl

East County college students head for Brain Bowl.

  • East County
  • Schools
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 12, 2018
All Angels brunches for annual meeting

The Rev. David Danner announced his retirement during the brunch Feb. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 12, 2018
Jazz Sunday takes a bow

The final Longboat Island Chapel Jazz Sunday worship service took place Feb. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sandra Lopez plays the title role of Puccini’s Manon Lescaut in Sarasota Opera’s first production of the winter season. Photo by Rod Millingon
    By
  • Edward Alley
  • February 12, 2018
Opera opens Winter Festival with impressive 'Manon Lescaut'

A combination of an excellent cast, director, costume, light and set designers made for a stunning season opener.

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Co-Chairwomen Gerri Aaron and Christine Jennings, Scott Anderson and Carolyn Michel
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 11, 2018
Honorees celebrated over brunch at Eight Over 80

The Jewish Housing Council Foundation held the annual Eight Over 80 on Feb. 11 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 11, 2018
Orchid Ball pops with Andy Warhol themed florals and color

The Orchid Ball was held Feb. 10 at the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Black Tie
Paul Crotty, Mary DuBois, Robert Foti, Chairwoman Terri Maze, Jan Tomlinson and Janet Burtnett
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 10, 2018
Catholic Charities goes mad for Mardi Gras

The Mardi Gras Madness Gala was hosted on Feb. 10 at Michael's On East.

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The Players' Cassandra Santiso sets the atmosphere with songs such as "Unforgettable."
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • February 10, 2018
Lakewood Ranch smitten with The Players

The Players Centre for Performing Arts sells out its first gala in Lakewood Ranch.

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