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  • Katie Johns
  • February 25, 2017
Bethesda House revels in Mardi Gras Madness

The Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc. program hosted the event on Feb. 25 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
Club pro David Perritt and Course Superintendent Jamie McCrosky say Lakewood National has both challenging and forgiving qualities.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • February 25, 2017
New golf course fits Lakewood Ranch to a tee

Lakewood National Golf Club on a roll after opening.

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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • February 25, 2017
Le Marche Bohemien drops by Five Points Park

The eclectic art show Le Marche Bohemien took over Five Points Park on Feb. 25.

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  • Anna Brugmann
  • February 25, 2017
Gillespie Park blooms with improvements

Neighbors gathered Feb. 25 for a neighborhood workday in the park.

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  • Neighbors
Education Foundation of Sarasota County President Jennifer Vigne with Board Chairman Tom Koski
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 25, 2017
Sarasota County art students celebrated for their work

The Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Inc. held its new event, createSRQ, on Feb. 24.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 25, 2017
Expo highlights health options in Lakewood Ranch

Annual health and wellness expo features farmer's market.

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Second suspect in Lakewood Ranch murder arrested.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • February 25, 2017
Second suspect arrested in Lakewood Ranch murder

Police dog helps subdue Alan Baily, who was resisting arrest.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 25, 2017
Literacy Matters Luncheon features author Nelson Lauver

The 10th annual luncheon was held at Michael’s On East on Feb. 24.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 24, 2017
Savory Palate cooks up monthly chef series

Attendees enjoyed a fresh pasta bar and various wine on Feb. 24.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 24, 2017
Longboat Library celebrates 60 years

Friends and volunteers of the library gathered for an anniversary celebration on Feb. 24.

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    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 24, 2017
Unbridled joy: Mustangs basketball headed to Final Four

Lakewood Ranch beat St. Petersburg 73-68 on Friday night.

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Photo by Frank Atura.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • February 24, 2017
Theater review: 'The Drunken City'

“The Drunken City” serves up intoxicating comedy at the Asolo Conservatory.

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  • Anna Brugmann
  • February 24, 2017
Junior League kicks off tour of homes

The home tour began with a brunch at Pineapple Yoga Studio.

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In a revamped proposal, Chuck Whittall' s proposal for Colony redevelopment would no longer rely on 12-story towers, as seen in this artist rendering.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • February 24, 2017
Colony developer cuts height of proposed buildings

Chuck Whittall said the decision is based on the concerns of Longboat Key residents.

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Sarasota sports roundup: 02.24.17
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 24, 2017
Sarasota sports roundup: 02.24.17

Sarasota sports roundup: 02.24.17

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