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  • Anna Brugmann
  • December 1, 2016
Sarasota resident proves that not all heroes wear capes

Not all heroes wear capes. In fact, some have fur.

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Siesta Key resident and 1-800-ASK-GARY founder Gary Kompothecras is pitching plans for a new hotel on the island.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • December 1, 2016
Is Siesta Key ready for a new hotel?

1-800-ASK-GARY founder Gary Kompothecras is in the initial stages of planning a bonafide hotel on the barrier island.

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Riverview senior Elayna Goodman set a new cross country school record on Nov. 26.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 1, 2016
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 12.01.16

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 12.01.16

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In May, two new at-large commissioners will join the board following a citywide election.
    By
  • David Conway
  • December 1, 2016
Who’s running in the Sarasota City Commission election?

With two seats up for grabs in March, citizens are beginning to step forward in pursuit of a spot on the commission.

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    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 1, 2016
That's the ticket ...

The top match-ups from around Sarasota this week.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • David Conway
  • December 1, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 12.01.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
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A decorated boat makes its way to Linger Lodge during the 2013 parade. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 1, 2016
Boat parade sets sail on Braden River

The parade will start at Jiggs Landing and end at Linger Lodge.

  • East County
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The roundabout used to have three large palm trees, but two of them have died. CDD supervisors say the soil is diseased, so the remaining palm tree likely will die in the future, as well.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 30, 2016
Is crane needed on Waterlefe landscape?

Waterlefe supervisors struggle with roundabout beautification.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 30, 2016
Rebecca and Richard Hopkins receive Luminaire Award

The Fine Arts Society of Sarasota honored the two at its annual luncheon.

  • Black Tie
Susan Chapman will be the only incumbent in next year's City Commission election.
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  • David Conway
  • November 30, 2016
Chapman seeks another term on City Commission

Despite some hesitancy earlier this week, Commissioner Susan Chapman has submitted qualifying paperwork to enter next year's municipal election.

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Shani Walker reacts to the news that she won best shoes, judged by designer Adrienne Vittadini.
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • November 30, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 12.01.16

From adorable escorts to fashion double-takes, here's the latest on the social scene...

  • Black Tie
Connor and Jake Krug.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 30, 2016
Out-of-Door tennis family shines at USTA National Selection Tournament

The family brought home a doubles title and a 3rd-place singles medal

  • East County
  • Sports
Zota Beach Resort had been taking reservations for months but quietly switched its “Opening 2016” banner facing the GMD construction site in October for an “Opening 2017” banner. Terry O'Connor
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • November 30, 2016
$24M Zota Beach Resort opening pushed to May

The luxury resort at 4711 Gulf of Mexico Drive on Longboat Key originally had projected opening Dec. 1.

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Traffic on Longboat Key is one of the main pressures on infrastructure. Terry O'Connor
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • November 30, 2016
Barrier island mayors project $61.5M funding gap

An infrastructure funding gap of $61.5 million is expected to develop within 15 years, according to a report by the four barrier island mayors.

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Longboat Key Police Department reports for Nov. 13-18.
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • November 30, 2016
Longboat Key Cops Corner: 11.30.16

Longboat Key Police Department reports for Nov. 13-18.

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