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Unicorp National Developments Inc. plans to close on the Colony Lender’s recreational property at the shuttered resort this week.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • July 27, 2016
Colony case: Close to closure?

A court ruling that favors the Colony Beach and Tennis Association and a vote scheduled at press time could pave the road for redevelopment.

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The Florida Department of Transportation is weighing the options regarding replacement of the Cortez Bridge in Manatee County.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • July 27, 2016
Should FDOT replace the Cortez Bridge?

The Florida Department of Transportation will host a public meeting next month to gather input on whether to replace the south bridge to Anna Maria Island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Best friends Reese Jones, Ryan Hanson and Jack MacKinnon made Lakewood Ranch Little League's 10-and 11-year-old All-Star team in their first season playing Little League baseball.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 27, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

Best friends enjoy success as Little League All-Stars

  • East County
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    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • July 27, 2016
SARTQ's new exhibition explores the big impact of smaller works

The arts collective teams up with [blank] slate gallery to prove bigger isn’t always better.

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  • Nick Friedman
  • July 27, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, July 28

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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Photo by Ryan Joseph.
    A time to celebrate |
  • July 27, 2016
Just Married: Sara Sardelli and Kenny Rachon

Sara Sardelli and Kenny Rachon were married May 6

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  • Celebrations
The Shoppes of Bay Isles may get a restaurant at its long-vacant south-end space.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • July 27, 2016
Restaurant, bank could be in store for Bay Isles

The south Longboat Key shopping center is nearly full, and tenants have reported growth in sales.

  • Longboat Key
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Longbeach Village resident Kim Kessler said she was appalled by the way the town rounded up peacocks during the first day of darting.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • July 27, 2016
Village residents cry fowl following peacock removal

Some north-end residents were left shaken after witnessing the capture of Longbeach Village peacocks.

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  • Observer Staff
  • July 27, 2016
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 07.27.2016

Enjoy this week’s edition of Cops Corner.

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  • Cops Corner
Country Club East is experiencing a lot of growth. Courtesy image.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 27, 2016
Ranch surges ahead in rankings

Mid-year new home sales put Lakewood Ranch in the top five nationally.

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Barricades denote places where sections of the sidewalk have lifted along Lakewood Ranch Boulevard.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 27, 2016
County preps for sidewalk repairs

Sidewalk replacement along Lakewood Ranch Boulevard will take about three months.

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Meetings are held at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 27, 2016
Meeting schedule poses ethics question

If one meeting meets the need, should supervisors be paid for two?

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  • News
Braden River defensive back Tyrone Collins, No. 5, ran the fastest 40-yard dash at the Florida Gators Sensational Sophomore Camp July 21, finishing in 4.43 seconds.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 27, 2016
East County High 5 Moments: 07.28.16

East County High 5 Moments: 07.28.16

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  • Adam Hughes
  • July 27, 2016
Sandhamn home sells for $2,998,000

The home at 5372 Sandhamn Place has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 4,908 square feet of living area.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Michael Cerroni and Eric Dunn created a biweekly stand-up comedy night at Blasé Café.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • July 27, 2016
Funny Business: Blasé Café's new stand-up comedy night

The Siesta Key bar keeps audiences laughing at its new open-mic night.

  • Arts + Culture
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