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  • Nick Friedman
  • March 1, 2016
Studio Space: Scott Joseph Moore

The local artist recently built 50 life-size Labrador retriever sculptures to honor the "superheroes" of Southeastern Guide Dogs.

  • Arts + Culture
ODA junior Cameron Smalley his a sacrifice fly to score a run in the bottom of the first inning versus Imagine High Feb. 29.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 29, 2016
Thunder slugs way to district win

The Out-of-Door Academy baseball team played host to Imagine High Feb. 29.

  • East County
  • Sports
Kelly and Tony Barrett stand behind Marines veteran Jamison Ellismore, who was presented with a $3,000 check by Heroes Welcome Home to pay closing costs on his home.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • February 29, 2016
Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

Heroes Party at the Ranch makes its second run

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Photo by Frank Atura
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • February 29, 2016
Theater review: 'Macbeth'

Night of the Scottish Play

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New Pass
    By
  • Jack Short
  • February 29, 2016
U.S. Coast Guard rules New Pass unsafe

Until dredging is complete, the Coast Guard said too much of New Pass is too shallow to navigate safely.

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    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • February 29, 2016
ManaSota 88 sues Sarasota County over Whole Foods approval

The not-for-profit pins the county for alleged inconsistency with the comprehensive plan.

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Braden River Middle students competed against Haile, Nolan and other middle schools from across the county and state.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 29, 2016
East County middle and high schools dominate TSA

At the state TSA Conference, Braden River High and Haile Middle took first in their divisions.

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The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort has been closed since 2010.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 29, 2016
Unicorp, Colony owners consider plan that could end litigation

Colony unit owners will consider pursuing a $46 million offer from Unicorp that includes a global settlement of litigation.

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Members of the public attend a Manatee County Planning Commission meeting. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 29, 2016
Experts tackle growth, development in Manatee County

A presentation tonight will educate the public on the county's growth management and land-use processes.

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    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 29, 2016
Neighbors yarn bomb Sapphire Shores Park

Trees along Sun Circle are wrapped in colorful yarn.

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Canadian developer Vandyk is planning an iconic nine-story condo complex at the gateway to Golden Gate Point.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 29, 2016
Developer plans ‘iconic’ Sarasota condo

The Canadian firm behind the first new condominium building in the area in six years has doubled down on downtown.

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Carlos Beruff, 58-year-old founder, owner and CEO of Medallion Home, officially announced Monday his candidacy for the Republican Party nomination for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by presidential candidate Marco Rubio.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 29, 2016
Carlos Beruff declares candidacy for U.S. Senate

The Manatee County developer has officially entered the 2016 race.

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The Sarasota Rowing Club's Mixed Masters 8+ boat heads toward the starting line.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 28, 2016
Crews welcome 2016 season

Sixty-five clubs from across the nation participated in the Sarasota Invitational Regatta Feb. 27 and Feb. 28.

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Dylan McDermott is collaborating with Ringling College and Selah Freedom to create a new web series called "Sugar."
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • February 28, 2016
Actor Dylan McDermott to produce web series with Ringling College

The Golden Globe Award-winning actor will tackle a subject close to his heart.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • February 28, 2016
'Sugar' Meets Selah

Selah Freedom and Ringling College hosted 'Sugar' Meets Selah with Dylan McDermott Saturday, Feb. 27, at The Francis.

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