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AJC Regional Director West Coast Florida Brian Lipton and AJC Regional President Anne Virag
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 11, 2016
AJC kicks off Lunch & Learn series

The American Jewish Committee hosts the 2016 Winter Lunch & Learn series.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The home at 3331 Gulf of Mexico Drive has five bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths, a pool and 5,264 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • February 11, 2016
Longboat Key home sells for $6.2 million

The home at 3331 Gulf of Mexico Drive has five bedrooms, five-and-a-half baths, a pool and 5,264 square feet of living area.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
The Manatee County Planning Commission heard the item just after 9 a.m.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 11, 2016
Indigo expansion in works

The Manatee County Planning Commission today recommended approval of the proposal.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan
  • February 11, 2016
Paul Reubens touts Sarasota in New York Times profile

In the most comprehensive recent profile of the actor who embodies persona Pee-wee Herman, Reubens discussed his offbeat upbringing entrenched in the local arts scene.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Colton Zimring returns to the mound for Lakewood Ranch this season.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 11, 2016
That's the ticket ...

The top matchups this week in East County sports

  • East County
  • Sports
Sarasota baseball coach Clyde Metcalf opened up his 35th season by watching the Sailors earn a pair of victories Feb. 5 and Feb. 6.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 11, 2016
Metcalf finds successful balance

Sarasota baseball coach opens 35th season at the helm with his new favorite team.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Mayor Willie Shaw welcomed Kahwa Coffee to downtown Sarasota with free coffee — and service with a smile.
    By
  • Jack Short
  • February 11, 2016
WHAT'S HAPPENING: Hip brands, and commission strife

WEEK OF FEB. 11

  • Sarasota
  • News
Although the beach is packed, buses to the beach are virtually empty Jan. 31. Beach patrons said riding the bus wasn’t convenient.
    By
  • Jack Short
  • February 11, 2016
The routes not taken

Encouraging the public to embrace alternative transportation on, and off, Siesta Key, may require a perception shift on buses and trolleys.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Troy Syprett presents his proposal for the Lido pool and pavilion at a workshop Tuesday evening.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 11, 2016
Lido residents criticize plans for pool and pavilion

As the city seeks a private operator for the Lido pool and pavilion, those living near the beach continue to speak out against significant changes to the property.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Woman’s Exchange is going through a period of growth — which has caused concern among some Laurel Park residents who worry increased activity will impact the nearby residential area.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 11, 2016
Woman's Exchange moves ahead with plans for growth

As residents continue to contest a proposed addition to the Woman's Exchange building, the nonprofit consignment shop is pursuing multiple tracks of expansion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Baker Barrios, the firm designing Sarasota Bayside on the former Quay site, has worked on other mixed-use districts such as the Creative Village project in downtown Orlando.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 11, 2016
Quay owners envision energetic district

The developer of the former Sarasota Quay property has plans for a lively 15-acre project that embraces its surroundings, though some nearby residents are bracing for impact.

  • Sarasota
  • News
File Photo. Kim and Cecil Calloway renew their vows during the Say 'I do' Again ceremony Feb. 14 on Siesta Key Beach.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 11, 2016
Sarasota calendar 2.11.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Feb. 11.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Rev. Richard Marsden
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 11, 2016
Runners get shower of blessings

Runners receive blessing during Sarasota Music Half Marathon.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Pineapple Park during the farmers market
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • February 11, 2016
Privatize Pineapple Park?

The Sarasota City Commission made the right choice to sell the parcel next to the park. But why not go all the way? Sell the park to the developer or its supporters.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • February 11, 2016
Landings condo sells for more than $1 million

The following residential real estate transactions took place between January 25 and January 29.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
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