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A 2005 study praised St. Armands Circle as a shopping destination, but warned retail tenants were being overshadowed by restaurants.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 12, 2013
BID directors' emails are scrutinized

Citizens for Sunshine attorney Andrea Mogensen, through a letter received from paralegal Michael Barfield, is looking to scan the personal computers of BID directors.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Grand Tasting is held annually at the courtyard at The Ringling Museum. (courtesy photo)
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 12, 2013
Forks & Corks sells out in eight minutes

Here are the stats of what to expect for this year's food and wine festival presented by the Sarasota-Manatee Originals.

  • Arts + Culture
CONA President Lourdes Ramirez said existing urban infrastructure should be used to support Sarasota County's projected population growth.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • November 12, 2013
2050 plan takes center stage at CONA meeting

The Sarasota County Council of Neighborhood Associations (CONA) held a Monday-night panel discussion, debating the impact of proposed changes to the Sarasota 2050 plan on area urban services.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Three unit owners are threatening legal action if the current Colony Beach & Tennis resort buildings aren’t upgraded.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 12, 2013
Three owners want Colony buildings fixed up

A Colony Beach & Tennis Resort Association attorney says 'experts in resort properties have advised the board the (resort) buildings are functionally obsolete and cannot support a profitable resort.'

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Applications are due Thursday, Nov. 14, to the Town Clerk's office at Longboat Key Town Hall, 501 Bay Isles Road.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 12, 2013
Town seeks citizens for ULI committee

Applications are due Thursday, Nov. 14, to the Town Clerk's office.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The move to the Mall at University Town Center in Sarasota is part of an aggressive expansion strategy by Smoothie King.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • November 12, 2013
Smoothie King coming to Mall at UTC

On its website, Smoothie King lists the Mall at University Town Center, which is set to open in October, as a store location.

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Sarasota Memorial recognized two physicians for their outstanding years of service to the hospital and community
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • November 12, 2013
Sarasota Memorial honors two physicians

Sarasota Memorial Hospital announces Physician of the Year and Lifetime Achievement winners for 2013

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 12, 2013
Bus tour showcases Farm City Week

The Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office and the Farm City Week Committee offer a bus tour of area featured farms in honor of Farm City Week.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Zara Barrie
  • November 11, 2013
Factory Girl: Equality Gala

Factory Girl: Equality Gala

  • Sarasota
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  • By Amanda Heisey
  • November 11, 2013
Watch: Sarasota Medieval Fair

Watch: Sarasota Medieval Fair

  • Sarasota
  • News
Michelle Caulkins and Stephen Francher
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 11, 2013
Key Chorale Annual Fall Luncheon

Key Chorale Annual Fall Luncheon

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Jack Littman-Quinn
  • November 11, 2013
Fresh Start Café: Sarasota's secret breakfast and lunch spot

Fresh Start Café: Sarasota's secret breakfast and lunch spot

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  • Eat + Drink
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • November 11, 2013
Lakewood upsets Port Charlotte

The Lakewood Ranch High football team closed out its season with a 14-13 victory over Port Charlotte Nov. 8.

  • East County
  • Sports
Charlotte Graver and Sandy Wood
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • November 11, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Grand Bay Welcome Back Party

Grand Bay celebrated the return of many of its members with a Welcome Back Party on Monday, Nov. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Nordstrom Rack employees enthusiastically greet shoppers as they enter the store for the first time.
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • November 11, 2013
Hot Flash: Nordstrom Rack Pre-Opening Party

Black Tie Assistant Editor Heather Merriman checks out Nordstrom Rack's pre-opening event.

  • Arts + Culture
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