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  • Shane Donglasan
  • February 16, 2018
JFCS honors Rose Chapman at retirement kick-off breakfast

Community leaders praise Rose Chapman’s commitment to providing for the community

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Diana Greene, Charlie Kennedy, Garin Hoover and Linda Shaich speak at a debate Feb. 12.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 16, 2018
Opponents question school district's tax request

They say better use of existing budget is needed.

  • East County
  • News
At Riverview, freshmen go through a transition course, which educates them about the dangers of social media, the impact of a digital footprint and the magnitude of consequences associated with making posts that may threaten.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • February 16, 2018
Schools respond to increasing number of threats via social media

As the district works to improve the physical safety of its schools, it must also tackle threats made by students on social media.

  • Sarasota
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 16, 2018
Florida Highway Patrol to hold DUI Wolfpack Operation this weekend

There will be an increased law enforcement presence on area roads Saturday night and Sunday morning.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • February 16, 2018
Sarasota Chamber of Commerce hosts 98th annual breakfast

Former President and CEO of Siemens USA Eric Spiegel spoke about the nation’s skills gap at the chamber’s once-a-year event.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Students and professionals collaborated to shoot a national commercial in Sarasota.
    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • February 16, 2018
TV ad for Walgreens films in downtown plaza

Production companies and local students worked together to film a Walgreens commercial that will broadcast nationwide this year

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 16, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Feb. 22

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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The "warwall" is perched behind a photo of hundreds of silk screen prints spread on the floor of Warhol's factory in New York. Photo by Niki Kottmann
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 15, 2018
Andy Warhol exhibit brings flower power to Selby Gardens

Warhol: Flowers in the Factory offers guests an interactive look at the nature-loving side of the iconic pop artist.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 15, 2018
Thunder By The Bay kicks off weekend festival

"Born To Be Wild" kick-off party was held Feb. 15 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
The Stoneybrook Golf Club's new owners expect to do some interior renovations over the summer.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 15, 2018
Stoneybrook Golf Club sells

Terry Bradshaw to help promote Bradenton golf club.

  • East County
  • News
The gas station at the north end of Longboat Key has been abandoned for nearly a decade.
    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • February 15, 2018
Sale could pump new life into Longboat north-end gas station

Planning, Building and Zoning officials have had preliminary conversations with a potential developer about putting a new gas station at the property

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 15, 2018
Models sparkle on the runway for SPARCC

SPARCCle on the Runway: Fashion Police was hosted Feb. 15 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Wayne Natt (left) and his attorney, Michael Gelety, at a Nov. 21 adversarial preliminary hearing.
    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • February 15, 2018
Alleged Longboat voyeur claims homestead to avoid condo forfeiture

Wayne Natt, 56, has been charged with four counts of third degree video voyeurism, which police allege couldn't have been committed without his Cedars Court condo

  • Longboat Key
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Sarasota County Fire Chief Michael Regnier spoke at a press conference Feb. 15 announcing a partnership with PulsePoint that he said will help save lives.
    By
  • Ryan Butler
  • February 15, 2018
Sarasota County first responders look to save lives with app partnership

PulsePoint provides resources to help civilians assist people suffering emergencies.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Phil Pagano hopes the weekday market will accommodate those who can't make the Saturday farmers market, similar to a Wednesday market once held at Five Points Park.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 15, 2018
Sarasota Farmers Market launches Rosemary District event

The Rosemary Sunset Market at CitySide will bring produce vendors and more to the Rosemary District beginning Feb. 22.

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