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  • March 1, 2018
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 03.01.18

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  • Sarasota
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  • March 1, 2018
Sarasota letters to the editor

Readers sound off on the issues.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 1, 2018
Lakewood Ranch High senior dies in crash

One-car accident at River Heritage Boulevard and Montauk Point claims the 17-year-old Bradenton resident.

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A condominium in Vue tops all transactions in this week’s real estate, selling for $3,299,000.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • March 1, 2018
Vue condominium sells for $3,299,000

Residential real estate transactions for Feb. 12-16.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
The Bath and Racquet Club shared this preliminary rendering to support the argument that landscaping could effectively mask a proposed seven-story building on the property.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 1, 2018
Bath and Racquet firms up redevelopment plans

The owners of the Bath and Racquet Club are preparing to submit redevelopment plans with the city, but the concept remains controversial with residents.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lido residents are concerned about the vulnerability of the island's shoreline.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 1, 2018
City targets short-term Lido renourishment

Awaiting the results of an appeal on the proposed dredge of Big Pass, city officials hope to undertake a different Lido Key shoreline protection project later this year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Orange Avenue-Ringling Boulevard is scheduled to stay closed through mid-April, city staff said.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 1, 2018
Businesses, residents await Ringling roundabout

Construction at the Ringling Boulevard-Orange Avenue intersection is expected to continue through mid-April.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The city approved plans for a dog park at Whitaker Gateway Park, but people living in the area say they weren’t consulted about the decision.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 1, 2018
Residents decry dog park plans

The city approved plans for a dog park at Whitaker Gateway Park, but people living in the area say they weren’t consulted about the decision.

  • Sarasota
  • News
STOP has criticized the sidewalks next to the Westin Sarasota property, but city staff says building setbacks won't necessarily lead to better sidewalks.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 1, 2018
Residents, planners discuss sidewalk solutions

Residents want swift action to widen city sidewalks, but officials say the issue is more complex than it may appear.

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  • News
Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium plans to build its new structure at Nathan Benderson Park near University Town Center.
    By
  • Adrian Moore
  • March 1, 2018
Mote location decision a cause for reflection

Sarasota City Commission is reaping what it sowed.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • March 1, 2018
Cops Corner: Loud is in the ears of the beholder

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 28, 2018
Longboaters name that tune

About 130 Longboat Key Club members gathered for a game of "Name That Tune" Feb. 28.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 28, 2018
Twin Shores residents celebrate 20 years of ownership

On Feb. 28, about 90 residents gathered to celebrate the anniversary of the owners buying the property.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Choir members from the two churches rehearse for the concert. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 28, 2018
Two churches forge harmonious partnership for unique concert

Church of the Redeemer and St. Boniface Church will come together March 4 for a unique concert celebrating the music of royal weddings and coronations.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 28, 2018
Mote Marine Laboratory throws tea party for women in science

Tea for the Sea was hosted Feb. 28 at the Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club.

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