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Core Development purchased the properties at 540 N. Tamiami Trail for $5.4 million in November, a precursor to the proposed 51-unit condo project.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 30, 2017
Developer plans high-rise condo on U.S. 41

Kevin Daves, the developer of the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, plans to construct a 49-unit, 18-story residential project on the edge of the Rosemary District.

  • Sarasota
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The Lakewood Ranch boys soccer team won its fifth-straight Class 5A District 8 title on Friday, defeating Riverview 8-0. Photo courtesy Susan Misiura and Donna Puhalovich.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 30, 2017
Lakewood Ranch boys soccer wins district title

It is the team's fifth-consecutive district title.

  • East County
  • Sports
Shelby Ernst won the High School Novice Lightweight event with a time of 7:51. Photo courtesy the Sarasota Scullers.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 30, 2017
Sarasota Scullers win gold, silver at Southern Sprints

26 rowers set new personal records at the event.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Edward Alley
  • January 30, 2017
Music review: Sarasota Orchestra: 'Sinking of the Titanic'

A moving, expressive tribute to the tragic story of the Titanic.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 29, 2017
Forks & Corks Food and Wine Festival closes with Grand Tasting

The 10th annual event was again held at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

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    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • January 29, 2017
RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS FOR JAN. 16 - JAN. 20

Country Club Village home tops transactions at $1.93 million

  • East County
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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 29, 2017
Circus Arts Conservatory turns 20

The organization’s annual gala doubled as a birthday bash Jan. 28.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 28, 2017
Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice, Inc. hosts annual ball

The annual event was held at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota on Jan. 28.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 28, 2017
Global Luminaries light up Longboat

The Third Annual Contemporary Studio Glass Weekend opened at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts on Jan. 28.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 28, 2017
Atlantic City Boys visit Bird Key

The sold-out event included a cocktail hour, dinner and performance by the band.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 28, 2017
Temple Beth Sholom cheers to 90 years

The 1920s kept roaring at Temple Beth Sholom’s 90th anniversary gala.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 28, 2017
Artists bring creativity to St. Armands

Original work by more than 175 artists filled the Circle over the weekend.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The band shell was installed in Riverview' s auditorium to enhance the sound of band performances.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 28, 2017
Riverview dedicates new band shell

Riverview High School honors former band director Andrew "Jack" Crew with fitting tribute.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Passerine performed at the fundraiser.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • January 27, 2017
Healthy Start fundraiser trades ball gowns for baby bjorns

The organization, which advocates for the health of infants and mothers, tries to make their annual bash unlike any other.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 27, 2017
Forks and Corks kicks off with VIP preview

Sponsors and other supporters of the festival gathered at Audi Sarasota Jan. 26.

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