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Patrick Smith sells gerbera daisies.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • February 26, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : The 38th Annual Plant and Flower Show

The 38th Annual Plant and Flower Show took place at Selby Garden Saturday and Sunday Feb, 23 and 24 to show off beautiful plants and give the community an opportunity to purchase some. About 3,000 people attended the show with about 40 vendors and 100 volunteers. 'Its an opportunity for members and guests to buy plants and have them all in one spot,' said volunteer coordinator Phyllis Kirtley.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota County staff members Brenda Bair and Carolyn Brown discuss the Lido Beach restroom project Feb. 26.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 26, 2013
Sarasota County Commission delays Lido Beach project

Commissioners voted to move discussion of new restrooms at Ted Sperling Park to a March 6 meeting after hearing the $859,000 cost.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Rt. Rev. Dabney Smith of the Diocese of Southwest Florida was present at the installation of Rev. John C. N. Hall Saturday, Feb. 23 to present him as the new rector.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • February 26, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Installation of St. Boniface New Rector John C. N. Hall

Parishioners welcomed Rev. John C. N. Hall Saturday, Feb. 23 as their new rector. Ted Copeland, St. Boniface's rector for 20 years, retired last spring. The committee has been searching for a new rector since November and after narrowing down a list of 50 candidates they chose Hall. The church was looking for someone who could embrace the church's welcoming nature and someone who could run a large church like St. Boniface. 'This is a place all people are welcome and where we are serious about changing this place and the world for the better, and introducing people to God in new ways,' Hall said.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Second shooter in a Sarasota incident has been brought in custody. More in today's headlines!
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 26, 2013
Feb. 26: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Second shooter in custody; Sarasota County renames building in honor of Bill Little; Sarasota Chalk Festival names Sheila Foley executive manager; $10 million home sale largest in two years

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Enforcement agencies jointly took Trae Ward into custody from a home in the 7000 block of 44th Court East, in the East County's Barrington Ridge neighborhood, this morning.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 26, 2013
Sarasota fugitive taken into custody in East County home

Authorities found the suspect in a home in Barrington Ridge, in the East County.

  • East County
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    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • February 26, 2013
Siesta Key $10 million home sale largest in two years

The six-bedroom home, on Siesta Key, has several unique features.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Sarasota County Administrator Randall Reid quotes Gandhi Feb. 26 while recognizing Deputy County Administrator Bill Little's retirement.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 26, 2013
Sarasota County renames building in honor of Bill Little

Sarasota County commissioners approved naming the building at 2200 Ringling Boulevard the William L. Little Health and Human Services Center.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The tornado watch will remain in effect until 3 p.m. this afternoon for Sarasota County. Stock image.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • February 26, 2013
Hazardous weather watch in effect

The Tampa Bay area, including Sarasota, is under a tornado watch, lake wind advisory and a hazardous weather outlook.

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  • News
Sheila Foley volunteered for the chalk festival in the 2012 season as Stage manager where she curated the performance talent.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • February 26, 2013
Sarasota Chalk Festival names Sheila Foley executive manager

Foley will work directly under the board of directors in planning the festival.

  • Arts + Culture
The bus was headed northbound on Gateway Avenue at 12:50 p.m. when the bus driver stopped for the red light at the intersection, according to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • February 26, 2013
Bicyclist transported to hospital after being struck by SCAT bus

The SCAT bus driver proceeded forward as the bicyclist was crossing in the crosswalk across Stickney Point Road.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The crash occurred at 2 a.m. this morning on University Parkway and Whitfield Avenue.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • February 26, 2013
At least one dead in University Parkway crash

At least one person died in a morning vehicle crash on University Parkway, according to the Florida Highway Patrol website.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota County staff will hold a public meeting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the Siesta Key Chapel to gather input on a draft of the county’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 26, 2013
Siesta residents invited to open house on bike plan

Sarasota County staff will hold an open house at the Siesta Key Chapel Feb. 26, to gather community input on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Jan Grzep and Joyce Harsche
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • February 26, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Country Club Shores III Annual Meeting

Country Club Shores III held its annual business meeting Monday, Feb. 25 in the home of Bob and Nancy Guernsey. Commissioner Lynn Larson, Town Manager Dave Bullock and Police Chief Pete Cummings were guest speakers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Eleven-year-old Alen Bass warms up before the start of his team’s season opener Feb. 23.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 26, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: BRLL Opening Day

Braden River Little Leaguers welcomed the start of the Spring 2013 season during the league's Opening Day Ceremony and Family Fun Day Feb. 23. Players and their families enjoyed bounce houses, face painting, raffles, music, refreshments and more. Several teams also took the field in their season openers.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Chef Judi Gallagher
  • February 25, 2013
TWISS = This Week is Succulent and Savory

TWISS = This Week is Succulent and Savory

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
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