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Erika Gonsalves, 7, and her mom, Lisa, wore colorful reindeer antler headbands for the 2nd Annual Achieva Reindeer Trot Saturday, Dec. 1, at Payne Park.
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  • December 2, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Achieva Second Annual Reindeer Trot

Achieva held their 2nd Annual Reindeer Trot Saturday, Dec. 1, at Payne Park. Those who participated in the trot had the option of running or walking in a 5K/10K. All proceeds raised benefited Sarasota County classrooms.

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The candle shop was just one of many in the town of Bethlehem.
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  • December 2, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: A Night in Bethlehem

The parking area of Living Lord Lutheran Church transformed into the streets of Bethlehem Dec. 1.

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Al and Ardie Baars enjoyed looking at all the handcrafted items.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 2, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Horseshoe Cove Craft Sale

Horseshoe Cove residents welcomed the public to their community as they hosted their annual Christmas/Fine Arts Craft Sale Dec. 1.

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  • December 1, 2012
Hot Dogs & Cool Cats

Hot Dogs & Cool Cats

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  • December 1, 2012
The Streetcar -- Getting Real

The Streetcar -- Getting Real

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Runners of all ages participated in the event.
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  • December 1, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Jingle & Jog

Supporters of Community Haven for Adults and Children with Disabilities rallied for individuals with special needs Dec. 1, during the 15th annual Jingle & Jog 5K event.

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  • December 1, 2012
Sea Lion Soiree

Sea Lion Soiree

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  • November 30, 2012
Designing Women Boutique 10-Year Anniversary "Winter Wonderland" Style Show and Gala

Designing Women Boutique 10-Year Anniversary "Winter Wonderland" Style Show and Gala

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  • By Bonnie Silvestri
  • November 30, 2012
Founding Father Knows Best?

Founding Father Knows Best?

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  • November 30, 2012
Just one look in the fridge …

Just one look in the fridge …

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  • November 30, 2012
Police Department and City Manager respond to ACLU report of "bum hunting"

Police Department and City Manager respond to ACLU report of "bum hunting"

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  • November 30, 2012
ACLU calls out Sarasota Police Department for “bum hunting”

ACLU calls out Sarasota Police Department for “bum hunting”

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  • November 30, 2012
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Today's Stories:Impact fees increasing, LBK resident calls for a new town commission perspective, Braden River high beats Venice high in ladies basketball and our Weekend Best Bets

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  • November 30, 2012
Update shrinks four impact fees

Sarasota County staff revised road impact fees with current building cost and transportation statistics.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • November 30, 2012
Lady Pirates sail past Lady Indians

The Braden River High girls basketball team defeated Venice 59-45 Nov. 29.

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