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A proposed downtown circulator vehicle, provided by Cruise Car Inc., sits outside of the Palm Avenue parking garage before a trial run tests its battery life.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 27, 2014
Proposed downtown circulator vehicle gets test drive

Groups are beginning to investigate the viability of a downtown transportation system in which golf-cart style electric vehicles circulate passengers throughout the area.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Popcorn Bob
  • January 27, 2014
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's Movie Magic reviews.

  • Arts + Culture
The accident resulted in three holes in the I-75 overpass. Photo courtesy of Lauren Hatchell.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 27, 2014
I-75 lanes at interchange to reopen at 6 p.m.

UPDATE: All I-75 lanes set to reopen

  • East County
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    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • January 27, 2014
Black Tie Untied

Untie the eventful weekend with Black Tie Untied, featuring The Circus Arts Conservatory Gala and the 25th Anniversary Catholic Charities Ball.

  • Arts + Culture
The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort closed in August 2010. (File photo)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • January 27, 2014
Judge could announce Colony settlement decision today

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge K. Rodney May could rule today on a settlement between Murf Klauber and the Colony Beach & Tennis Association.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Representatives from every public school and charter school in Manatee County will be at the fair to discuss educational programs, academies and opportunities.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • January 27, 2014
Information fair signals start of School Choice

Manatee County Public School District's School Choice enrollment period officially begins Jan. 28, but parents can also sign up their students at a School Information Fair Monday night.

  • East County
  • Schools
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 27, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Hurricane Mike's Chili Cook Off

PHOTO GALLERY: Hurricane Mike's Chili Cook Off

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Joe Ashworth, Gina Pezzotti and Anne Marie Castabile
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 26, 2014
The 7th Annual Forks & Corks Grand Tasting

The 7th Annual Forks & Corks Grand Tasting

  • Black Tie
Roman Rabinovich
    By
  • June LeBell
  • January 26, 2014
MUSIC REVIEW: Haifa Symphony Orchestra of Israel

Read June LeBell's review of Haifa Symphony Orchestra of Israel, which performed at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

  • Arts + Culture
Peggy Roeder, Anne-Marie Cusson and Andrew Sellon in Asolo Rep's production of "Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike." Photo by Frank Atura.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • January 26, 2014
THEATER REVIEW: 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike'

Read Marty Fugate's review of Asolo Rep's 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike,' which runs through April 13.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 26, 2014
THEATER REVIEW: 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike'

THEATER REVIEW: 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike'

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Kyra Strachov discusses her acrylic paintings on canvas with friend Bob Hammond.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 26, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Armands Winter Art Festival

On Sunday, Jan. 26, St. Armands Circle was abuzz with more than 175 artists and craftsman for the 12th Annual St. Armands Winter Art Festival. The two-day event showcased everything from ceramics and sculptures to jewelry and handmade accessories.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Shawn and Christine Stephens run together as much as they can.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 26, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Suncoast Half Marathon

Runners made their way Jan. 26 through Lakewood Ranch and onto Lakewood Ranch Main Street, during the annual Suncoast Half Marathon.

  • East County
  • News
Michael Browne, not pictured, show off his 1968 Riley Elf MKIII.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 26, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Car Meet

Afternoon rain showers didn't keep car enthusiasts from heading to Rangeland Parkway, in Lakewood Ranch, Jan. 26, for the 45th annual Devereaux-Kaiser Car Meet.

  • East County
  • News
Zaid Harakat, 10, shows off his battle skills.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 26, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Tara Winter Carnival

Families at Tara Elementary School enjoyed an evening of food, inflatables and carnival-style games Jan. 24, during the school's winter carnival event. Families even had a chance to play in the snow.

  • East County
  • Schools
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