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One of six properties listed for sale as part of a Sarasota portfolio.
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  • Louis Llovio
  • March 25, 2024
Sarasota commercial portfolio on the market for $77 million

The six properties are within a mile of one another Cattleman and Fruitville Roads.

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Napulé restaurant's crema di pistacchio e speck ($25.95).
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  • March 25, 2024
3 great restaurants serving delectable pasta around Sarasota

I couldn't let National Noodle Month pass by without giving you a penne for my thoughts.

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Speakers M. Blair Marshall, Amy Budke and Amie J. Miller
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  • March 25, 2024
SMH Foundation hosts 11th annual Women in Medicine

The annual luncheon educated women about the dangers and treatment of lung cancer.

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  • March 25, 2024
SPARCC showcases the best of Sarasota at annual runway show

Featuring items from SPARCC's Treasure Chest boutique, the fashion show highlighted the "Seasons of Sarasota."

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Rob Hongen, Becky Jones, Joan Reploeg, Bob Appel and Suzanne Lakamp
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  • March 25, 2024
Longbeach Condominiums marks 50th anniversary with party

Residents spent a weekend celebrating Longbeach's history, great access to nature and tight-knit community.

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Sarasota Sheriff's Office arrests 10 in cocaine ring bust
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  • March 25, 2024
Sarasota Sheriff's Office arrests 10 in cocaine ring bust

The Sarasota County Special Investigations Section arrested and charged 10 suspects following a monthslong narcotics investigation.

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Lakewood Ranch High boys lacrosse senior Lucas Anthony leads the Mustangs with 62 points.
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  • March 25, 2024
Lakewood Ranch boys lacrosse takes a leap forward

The Mustangs are off to their best start since 2019 and believe more is to come.

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Rev. Brock Patterson, Rev. Jeffrey Nunes, Rev. Julia Piermont, Issac Azerad, Rev. David Marshall and Rabbi Stephen Sniderman
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  • March 25, 2024
Where and when to worship during Easter and Passover on Longboat Key

Here are the dates and times to celebrate Easter and Passover with the six houses of worship on Longboat Key.

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Chamberlin's will open in Center Point at Waterside this spring.
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  • Lesley Dwyer
  • March 25, 2024
Center Point will add grocer, restaurants and more by summer

Chamberlin's Natural Foods and Bar Italia head the lineup coming to Waterside in Lakewood Ranch.

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  • By Emily Leinfuss
  • March 25, 2024
Sarasota Yacht Club plans its expansion

The Sarasota Yacht Club has set into motion an extensive program of expansions and enhancements.

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Art in the Dark co-chairs are Veronika and Dr. Philip Ames, with their daughters, Mila and Vivian
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  • March 24, 2024
Art in the Dark gala raises funds to bring solutions into sight

The Lighthouse Vision Loss Education Center's annual gala benefits those who have vision loss.

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Stuart Hales and Ava Lasseter greet guests at Tropical Nights on March 23.
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  • March 24, 2024
Meals on Wheels Plus hosts a swashbuckling Tropical Nights

"A Pirate's Life" was the theme of the 30th rendition of the annual fundraiser.

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Emmy and Tony award winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth speaks to the crowd before preparing to perform.
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  • March 24, 2024
Kristin Chenoweth wows at Transformation Gala

Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation’s annual fundraiser provided an evening of top-notch entertainment.

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Palmetto 2-year-old Everleigh Flynn put her Easter basket down at Eggstravaganza March 23 at Waterside Place to concentrate on playing in the sand.
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  • Jay Heater
  • March 24, 2024
Charge of the egg brigade in Lakewood Ranch

More than 500 children rushed through Waterside Park to collect Easter eggs during the annual Eggstravaganza.

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The Greyson is open in the Lakewood Walk plaza at the intersection of State Road 70 and Lakewood Ranch Boulevard.
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  • Lesley Dwyer
  • March 24, 2024
Upscale sports bar opens in Lakewood Ranch

The Greyson in the Lakewood Walk plaza offers wall-to-wall TVs, later hours and food from scratch.

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