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Kurt Schultheis
June 11, 2012

County to hold three budget workshops this week

The Sarasota County Commission will hold three budget workshops on the preliminary 2013 budget in downtown Sarasota this week.

Sarasota
News

Pam Eubanks
June 11, 2012

IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Michelle Smith

Woodland Community Church member Michelle Smith's love for baking recently led her to open her own cupcake business, Your Cupcake Artist. She tops each cupcake with a handmade chocolate decoration.

East County
News

Pam Eubanks
June 11, 2012

Three killed in auto accident

Two adults and one child, all from Myakka, died in the June 10 crash on State Road 70.

East County
News

Kurt Schultheis
June 11, 2012

Downtown street closed this week

Second Street near the Selby Public Library is closed this week for repairs.

Sarasota
News

Loren Mayo
June 11, 2012

TODAY: Stinky flower in bloom

Seymour the Corpse Flower is in bloom today at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
June 11, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Dig The Beach

The Dig The Beach Tournament took place Saturday, June 9, and Sunday, June 10, on Siesta Key Beach.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Nick Friedman
June 11, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: St. Armand's Circle Craft Festival

St. Armand's Circle was transformed into a sea of tents and booths Saturday, June 9 and Sunday, June 10 as part of the 11th Annual St. Armand's Circle Craft Festival. Local and statewide crafters displayed their work, which included jewelry, soap, paintings, furniture and clothing.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
June 10, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Running Water 5K

Sarasota Christian Church held the first even Running Water 5K, Saturday, June 9, on Siesta Key Beach.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
June 10, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Friday Fest

The first Friday Fest of the season featured musical guests Yesterdaze.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Rachel S. OHara
June 10, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce Poker Tournament

The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Sarasota Kennel Club for the first time in order to host the 2012 Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce Poker Tournament, Thursday, June 7, at the Sarasota Kennel Club. The proceeds directly benefited the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce and its efforts to host the 4th of July Community Fireworks Celebration at Siesta Beach.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Jen Blanco
June 10, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Manatee County Cup

East County Little Leaguers hit the field June 8 in an attempt to finish the annual Manatee County Cup; but three consecutive days of inclement weather forced league organizers to end the tournament prematurely this season, as players are set to begin practicing for their respective All-Star tournaments this week.

East County
Sports

Jen Blanco
June 10, 2012

PHOTO GALLERY: Kiddie Academy Graduation

Nearly 50 voluntary prekindergarten students donned their caps and gowns and prepared to embark on the next journey in their education during Kiddie Academy's graduation ceremony June 8. Students sang songs, performed skits and received their diplomas before enjoying cake with their family and friends.