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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 16, 2018
Key Niners brunch with new members

The club currently has 112 members, which is the most it has ever had.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A student peers into a microscope during a Mote program. (Courtesy image from Conor Goulding/Mote Marine Laboratory.)
    By
  • Ryan Butler
  • January 16, 2018
Community Foundation gives Mote $50,000 partnership grant

Part of the funds will support youth education and outreach programs.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • January 16, 2018
Man charged with setting fire behind Mandeville Beer Garden

The fire damaged a phone junction box and its connecting wires, but Mandeville is still open for business.

  • Sarasota
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  • Pam Nadon
  • January 16, 2018
Film review: 'The Post'

Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks captivate audiences in this Spielberg knockout, which reminds moviegoers the importance of free speech.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Jonathan Lewis began serving as Interim County Administrator in December.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • January 16, 2018
County approves contract with new county administrator

Jonathan Lewis is starting his official role as county administrator with a base salary of $195,000.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Niki Kottmann & Katie Johns
  • January 16, 2018
Key Notes: 'Siesta Key' Episode 11 Recap

The winter premiere of "Siesta Key" tells us Kelsey and Garrett are clearly not over each other, Brandon is gross and the new guy is hot.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
1372 Harbor Drive, one of Pettingell's top sales, closed in April for $6 million.
    By
  • Ryan Butler
  • January 16, 2018
Pettingell tops 2017 real estate sales volume

The Longboat Key Realtor was the first in Sarasota County to top $100 million in a year.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 15, 2018
Patrons gather in anticipation of the Opera Gala

Sponsorship party was held on Jan. 15 for supporters of the Opera Gala

  • Black Tie
Fifth grader Tasman Henry started a club to get more kids, and their families, exploring nature. Photo courtesy Julie Henry.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • January 15, 2018
Fifth grader creates nature club to get families outside

Tasman Henry is a force of nature, and she's using her new club to get families to stop and notice what's around them.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The City Commission has prohibited medical marijuana dispensaries to date, but that could change Tuesday.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 15, 2018
City Commission to consider medical marijuana regulations

A proposed ordinance would permit the operation of medical marijuana dispensaries in areas where pharmacies are also allowed.

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Monaca Onstad joined Lakewood Ranch developer Schroeder-Manatee Ranch as lifestyle director in 2016. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 15, 2018
Lakewood Ranch lifestyle director earns top honors

Home builders' council names Monaca Onstad lifestyle director of the year.

  • East County
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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • January 15, 2018
Sarasota residents walk to celebrate MLK Jr., promote unity

The walk was part of the 37th annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 15, 2018
Friends of the Sarasota Ballet host first Showcase Luncheon of 2018

Former prima ballerina Margaret Barbieri, assistant director of The Sarasota Ballet, shared her experience staging productions.

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Anu Tali — Courtesy image
    By
  • Edward Alley
  • January 15, 2018
Music review: 'Firsts'

Pianist Roman Rabinovitch substitutes in stunning Sarasota Orchestra Masterworks 3 performance.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Buckaroo Roadhouse, 16300 State Road 64 E., Bradenton, closed its doors for good on Sunday.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 14, 2018
Manatee County Roadhouse closes

Packed house says goodbye on Saturday.

  • East County
  • News
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