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Courtesy of Roger Pettingell Pettingell has found that buyers are looking for open spaces and contemporary looks in their homes.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Realtors notice trend shift in home buyers

Real estate tastes shift from Mediterranean styles to something more open and contemporary. Longboat Key Realtors say sellers should pay attention.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Share your memories with us!

We're looking for your happiest and wackiest holiday memories.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Pat Gussin debuts new book

Her newest, and seventh, book "Come Home" hit bookstores on Nov. 7.

  • Longboat Key
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Stan Horwich and Budee Jacobs Courtesy photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Happy Birthday, Stan!

Beachplace resident Stan Horwich celebrated his 95th birthday on Nov. 5.

  • Longboat Key
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Casey Navarro plays in the park during the neighborhood's regular Tunes in the Park event.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 21, 2017
Laurel Park gathers for Tunes in the Park

Neighbors filled the park for the neighborhood's seasonal potluck dinner and concert.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Gigi Silverberg Lisa Tyson Melinda Whitlock Monica Darold Niki Born Silvia Ayo Jenny Lexhed Francesca Bonte Val Grubbs Beth Bartlett File photo
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  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Cedars team aces season

The Cedars East 7.5 Combo team had a successful season.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Chloe Wetherington. (Courtesy photo).
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 21, 2017
Your Town: 'Tree-mendous' fundraiser

East County residents spread cheer.

  • East County
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Walter Haller courtesy photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Longboat Key Obituaries: Nov. 23, 2017

Walter Carroll Haller, Clark Morton and Robert Nelson a died.

  • Longboat Key
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Bryan Gagg unstraps his helmet and Deshaun Fenwick wipes his face after a failed fourth-down conversion late in the game.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 21, 2017
Venice High extends Braden River High's playoff pain

Braden River football seniors depart having lost four straight to Venice.

  • East County
  • Sports
Heritage Harbour South Community Development District officials may change how they utilize reserves so there is extra money for infrastructure repairs and other budget items. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 21, 2017
Governing board banks on new strategy

Heritage Harbour CDD considers change in financial strategy.

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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 21, 2017
Sarasota Garden Club toasts to 90 years

The club marked its anniversary with a party themed to the decade of its founding — the roaring 20s.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Melanie Johnson points to where she wants players to be during a post drill. Johnson's first regular season game as head coach is Nov. 21 against First Coast High.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 21, 2017
Lakewood Ranch girls basketball coach has drive to succeed

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
Natalie Gorji.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 21, 2017
East County Athlete of the Week: Natalie Gorji

The ODA sophomore talks soccer and Paris.

  • East County
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Camie Lizardi signed with the University of South Florida. Photo courtesy Abby Toole-Plummer.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 21, 2017
East County High 5 Moments: 11.21.17

East County High 5 Moments: 11.21.17

  • East County
  • Sports
The city approved a lease that will allow a private operator to manage the Lido pavilion for up to 30 years.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 20, 2017
City approves controversial Lido pavilion lease deal

Despite opposition from Lido Key residents, the city approved a plan for the Lido Beach pool and pavilion that includes the operation of a restaurant and Tiki bar.

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