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The DID installed three flower baskets as part of a trial program one year ago. Now, board members are anxious to move forward with the Downtown in Bloom project.
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  • David Conway
  • February 25, 2016
DID plants seed for downtown flower program

The Downtown Improvement District has set its targets on one major project this year: adding flower baskets to light poles in the heart of the city.

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As Cask & Ale seeks to open next to Evie's Tavern & Grill, some downtown residents are raising concern about the proliferation of bars on Main Street.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 25, 2016
Are there too many bars in the downtown mix?

For the second time in a year, some residents are concerned about a proposed bar in the 1500 block of Main Street. Can Cask & Ale get past the barriers to entry?

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Arlington Park resident Nathan Wilson has dedicated time to maintaining two trees in the neighborhood dog park, part of a broader effort to preserve and protect trees in the city.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 25, 2016
Residents work to root out tree violations

Even as the city worked on developing new regulations for protecting trees in residential areas, a group of citizens has fought for better enforcement of the current rules.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 25, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 02.25.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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Cheyenne Miller pitched a complete game to lead Sarasota Christian to an 8-2 victory versus Seffner Christian Feb. 18.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 25, 2016
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 02.25.16

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 02.25.16

  • Sarasota
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Riverview's Dusty Hibbs races across the field with the ball.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 25, 2016
Hit or Miss: Jen Blanco

A new group of Riverview athletes now calls the Ram Bowl home.

  • Sarasota
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Riverview hurdler Jenna Tarifa and her teammates will host the Sarasota Riverview Ram Invitational Feb. 26.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 25, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out these top sporting events this week in Sarasota

  • East County
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After telling coach BJ Ivey four years ago that he wanted to get to the Final Four, Riverview senior D.J. Bryant will lead the Rams in the state semifinals Feb. 26 (photo courtesy Tim Britt)
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 25, 2016
Family focus drives Rams into Final Four

After pulling out a victory in the regional finals, the Riverview boys basketball team is headed to Lakeland to play for a slot in the state finals.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 24, 2016
Longboat Key Garden Club Home Tour: Hoover Home

The home is at 344 Firehouse Lane.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Nancy Jacobson, Fran Orbach and Steffi Gold
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 24, 2016
Breast Health Sarasota 'Games Day'

Breast Health Sarasota hosted "Games Day" on Wednesday, Feb. 24, at Longboat Key Club Harbourside Dining Room.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Longboat Harbourettes hosted a Breakfast at Tiffany's themed luncheon on Wednesday, Feb. 24.
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 24, 2016
Longboat Harbour's 'Luncheon at Tiffany's'

Longboat Harbourettes hosted "Luncheon at Tiffany's" on Wednesday, Feb. 24, at Longboat Harbour.

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Asolo Rep Gala 2015
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 24, 2016
Social Calendar March 2016

Check out the events to attend in March

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 24, 2016
Mary Lou Johnson visits Garden Club

Photographer Mary Lou Johnson stopped by the Longboat Key Garden Club’s monthly meeting Feb. 23, at Windward Bay.

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Photo by Matthew Holler
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • February 24, 2016
When comedy attacks: FST presents 'Laughing Matters'

'Laughing Matters Vol. 5: Lock the Gates!' sources current events for a grab bag of humor.

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  • Mark Gordon
  • February 24, 2016
Hunting for More: Helen Hunt talks post-Netflix Hollywood

Award-winning actress Helen Hunt is the latest star to visit Ringling College of Art and Design.

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