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  • November 25, 2014
Observer on the hunt for displays

We're making our list of the best holiday lights displays in Sarasota and checking it twice.

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  • Neighbors
Michelle Jett, co-owner of the Baja Boys food truck, is one of the vendors hoping to see Sarasota officials revisit the regulations on mobile vendors. File photo
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  • David Conway
  • November 25, 2014
Meal plan

The SRQ Food Truck Alliance formed to reform city and county regulations - but, first, it'll have to reach out to local officials.

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Sarasota Crew members compete at the Sarasota Invitational Regatta in February. File photo
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 25, 2014
Crew purchases Osprey property

After six years at Bay Preserve, Sarasota Crew wants to expand the program to new rowing facilities.

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The Sarasota Pumpkin Festival took place Oct. 24 through Oct. 26 this year and featured carnival rides, hay rides and pony rides.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 25, 2014
Park place

Payne Park poses unique challenges for the city.

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    By
  • David Conway
  • November 25, 2014
Downtown beautification projects hang in the balance

As the Downtown Improvement District prepares for a new board, the group has debated adding disparate amenities.

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Although almost all the houses on Vamo had the same floorplan at one time, most have received additions and updates; many have maintained the old, Spanish-style architecture. Photos by Jessica Salmond
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 25, 2014
VIDEO: Hidden history

Founded in 1925, Vamo Drive has brought its residents together into a close-knit community.

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 25, 2014
News Briefs

School employee charged in cyber attack; City, county plan closures for Thanksgiving; Sarasota County Area Transit hires new director

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    By
  • David Conway
  • November 25, 2014
Developers reassure with vision for new hotel

A 10-story, 150-room Kimpton Hotel project is still on track for completion on U.S. 301.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Patrick Lui said his favorite style of bicycle is a cruiser, so he can sit higher and observe the scenery around him. Photo by Jessica Salmond
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 25, 2014
New hire gives a lift to transportation program

Patrick Lui will focus on sidewalk infrastructure and safety in his role as bicycle and pedestrian coordinator.

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The Mall at UTC is located off Cattlemen Road and University Parkway, in Sarasota.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 25, 2014
Mall announces holiday hours

The Mall at UTC will open early for Black Friday.

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  • Nick Friedman
  • November 25, 2014
Five ways to handle Black Friday

Five ways to handle Black Friday

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Lacey and Betsy Anderson with Barbara Catlin
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 25, 2014
Cocktails for a Cause

Cocktails for a Cause

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  • Nick Friedman
  • November 25, 2014
WATCH: Keeping it old school with Mouthole BBQ

WATCH: Keeping it old school with Mouthole BBQ

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 24, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Interfaith Thanksgiving Worship Service

On Nov. 25, the 34th annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service was held at St. Armands Lutheran Church.

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Moore’s Stone Crab Restaurant co-owner Alan Moore
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 24, 2014
Moore's seeks to redevelop, revert to commercial zoning

The Moore family seeks to redevelop with new investors the Caragiulo Group and Tom Leonard.

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