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It marks the second time in a little over a week that a home on the 900 block of Fish Hook Cove in Bradenton had jewelry and watches stolen from it.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • January 29, 2013
Jewelry and watches stolen from a home in the Waterlefe community again

Manatee County deputies report another $24,000 worth of jewelry and watches was stolen from a home in the Waterlefe community Monday.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 29, 2013
Area lifters qualify for state meet

Three local weightlifters finished in the top 3 at the District 8 meet Jan. 25, at Port Charlotte to advance to the FHSAA Finals Feb. 9.

  • East County
  • Sports
Taylor Morrison Vice President of Purchasing Derek Andruss, Vice President of Sales Cammie Longenecker and Vice President of Construction Mark Mansfield break ground at the Esplanade by Siesta Key.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • January 29, 2013
Taylor Morrison breaks ground on development

The Esplanade by Siesta Key will offer home prices from $291,000 to $397,000 at the intersection of Stickney Point Road and Richard Place.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Sarasota’s Dakota Cotner, No. 23 guards Riverview’s Jason Torreno, No. 24.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • January 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: RHS v. SHS boys varsity basketball

Sarasota High School's boys varsity basketball team played Riverview High School's team Monday, Jan. 28, at Riverview High School's gymnasium. The final score was Riverview 49, Sarasota 39.

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Barbara Perry sketches a plant.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Paint and Petals at the Sarasota Garden Club

Artists and green thumbs gathered Saturday, Jan. 26, at the Sarasota Garden Club for the fourth annual Paint and Petals event. A collaboration by the Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society and the Sarasota and Lemon Bay garden clubs, the event showcased the work of local artists and floral designers.

  • Sarasota
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Ruth Schay with her children, Kristina, Kaylie and Adam.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: We Love Israel Street Fair and Marketplace

Hundreds of people filed, Sunday, Jan. 27, into Robarts Arena for the We Love Israel Street Fair and Marketplace. In celebration of Israel's 65th birthday, attendees visited vendors' booths, watched live music and performances and enjoyed children's activities, like face painting and a petting zoo.

  • Sarasota
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Several Riverview horn players took solos during the band’s three-song performance.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 28, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: High School Jazz Festival

The Jazz Club of Sarasota hosted the High School Jazz Festival, Friday, January 25, at Sarasota High School. The concert highlighted the talents of student musicians from Booker High School, Booker Junior High School, Sarasota High School, Riverview High School, Manatee High School and two bands from Lakewood Ranch High School.

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About Last Night: Catholic Charities Ball and Forks & Corks Grand Tasting
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • January 28, 2013
Jan. 28: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota County consultant recommends rescinding staff credit card restrictions; Longboat Key's Finance director resigns; Beach Road drainage bids higher than expected; About Last Night: Catholic Charities Ball and Forks & Corks Grand Tasting

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 28, 2013
Sarasota City Commission to honor Ken Thompson

Friday, Feb. 1 will be declared Ken Thompson Day, in honor of the former city manager.

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 28, 2013
FHSAA announces football districts

The Florida High School Athletic Association released the final state series assignments for football for the 2013-14 and 2014-15 seasons.

  • East County
  • Sports
Ben Vereen brings his one-man act to Venice Theatre. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • January 28, 2013
Q&A: One-man act and Broadway star Ben Vereen

'Steppin' Out Live with Ben Vereen' comes to Venice Theatre Feb. 8 and 9. Check out our Q&A with this hall of fame theater performer.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 28, 2013
Pair of East County lifters qualify for state meet

Braden River High weightlifter Sarah Weiss and Lakewood Ranch High weightlifter Amanda Johnson both finished third at the District 8 meet Jan. 25 at Port Charlotte.

  • East County
  • Sports
Guests of the Forks & Corks Grand Tasting enjoyed nearly 400 award-winning wines from more than 80 international winemakers throughout the afternoon.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • January 28, 2013
ABOUT LAST NIGHT: Catholic Charities Ball and Forks & Corks Grand Tasting

Enjoy two videos from this weekend's Black Tie Events.

  • Arts + Culture
Sarasota County commissioners will consider changes to the county purchasing policy Jan. 29.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • January 28, 2013
Sarasota County consultant recommends rescinding credit card restrictions

Sarasota County commissioners Jan. 29, will hear the final report from the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing about its procurement policy.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Voter registration forms are available at Longboat Key Town Hall, 501 Bay Isles Road.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • January 28, 2013
Feb. 11 is registration deadline for Longboat election

Eligible voters must register by Feb. 11 to vote in the town of Longboat Key's March 12 general municipal election.

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