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Arlington Park resident Nathan Wilson works with Jerry Hoffer and Anttro Montes of New Life Landscaping to plant a tree at a Floyd Street property.
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  • David Conway
  • January 19, 2017
Tougher tree regulations draw backlash from developers

In 2016, resident activists successfully pushed the city to strengthen its tree protection regulations. Now, property owners are wondering if the city went too far.

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The valet stand is moving because of traffic issues, but a proposed new site has inspired similar concerns.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 19, 2017
Concerns circle St. Armands valet changes

The city is trying to find a new place to put the St. Armands Circle valet stand, but some merchants are objecting to a proposed location on Fillmore Drive.

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Cars leaving the barrier islands and turning left onto U.S. 41 frequently block the intersection when the lights change, making congestion worse on an already crowded roadway.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 19, 2017
Residents push for short-term traffic solutions

On Longboat and in Sarasota, there's an eagerness to see immediate improvements to traffic woes — but is that possible?

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  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 19, 2017
Yourtowns 01.19.17

SMS presents deputy with sweet surprise and Orioles spring training tickets go on sale.

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Kathy Whyte takes a bit out of her seafood paella at the inaugural Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival in 2016.
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  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 19, 2017
Sarasota Calendar 01.19.17

See what's happening in Sarasota this week.

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Capt. Ryan Simonson readies to launch a pass.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 19, 2017
SMA Prep club provides Ultimate mix of exercise and learning

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

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Hayley Walding takes a jumper against IMG Academy.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 19, 2017
SMA girls basketball player takes flight as leader

The Eagles' point guard has added to her scoring arsenal over the years.

  • Sarasota
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Riverview' s Brion Whitley.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 19, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 01.19.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 01.19.17

  • Sarasota
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M.J. McMahon.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 19, 2017
Sarasota athlete of the week: 01.19.17

Sarasota athlete of the week: 01.19.17

  • Sarasota
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Enjoy this week' s edition of Cops Corner.
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  • David Conway
  • January 19, 2017
Cops Corner: Sarasota 1.19.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota sports roundup: 01.19.17
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 19, 2017
Sarasota sports roundup: 01.19.17

Sarasota sports roundup: 01.19.17

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East County scores roundup: 01.19.17
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 19, 2017
East County sports roundup: 01.19.17

East County sports roundup: 01.19.17

  • East County
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 18, 2017
Seaplace hosts cabaret night

Marcy Downey performed "Hits and Bits of the Sullivan Show."

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 18, 2017
Outstanding local ladies honored at Women in Power Luncheon

Four prominent Sarasota women were recognized at Michael’s On East on Jan. 18.

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The 2017 World Rowing Championships mascot now has a name, Scully.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 18, 2017
Scully selected as name for World Rowing Championships' mascot

Pelican mascot name picked by public from five finalists.

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