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  • June 24, 2021
Florida: A cradle of liberty!

Gannett Co.’s editors besmirched Florida and its 22.6 million people as ‘a cradle’ of hate, delusion and extremism — ignoring the hate, death and destruction wrought by the ‘peaceful’ protesters.

  • Sarasota
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The construction of a park on Central Avenue in the Rosemary District is an example of a master plan project that got an accelerated timeline because of input from community members and elected officials. File photo.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 24, 2021
Parks board checks in on master plan progress

As the City Commission prepares to work on the 2022 budget, an advisory group wants an update on how the city is handling the goals it identified in a 2019 report.

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  • By Badger Bob's Services Team
  • June 24, 2021
A/C Purchase Plans: Lease vs. Own

Know the difference and keep your cool.

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Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally in Sarasota on July 3.
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  • Jay Heater
  • June 23, 2021
Trump to hold rally July 3 at Sarasota Fairgrounds

Former President Donald Trump rally in Sarasota on July 3 will include special guests, fireworks.

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  • Brynn Mechem
  • June 23, 2021
Despite dip, Sarasota lands in top five for Florida Standards Assessments

Third grade students tested four percentage points lower in English Language Arts than in 2019.

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Riverview High rising senior wideout Jaron Glover committed to Michigan State on June 20.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • June 23, 2021
Prose and Kohn: Riverview High wideout commits to Michigan State

Plus, a familiar-name hire adds to intrigue at Sarasota High

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    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • June 23, 2021
Ringling Bridge lights up with rainbow colors for Pride Month

The bridge will display Pride colors for the rest of June.

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Before it was reopened to traffic June 13, this section of Lakewood Main Street had been closed to traffic for 14 months. At least 850 people have signed a petition asking to keep the street open to pedestrians.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • June 23, 2021
Opening Lakewood Main Street to traffic irks some residents

A Change.org petition to keep part of the Lakewood Ranch street open to pedestrians has more than 850 signatures.

  • East County
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Manatee County Animal Services Chief Sarah Brown holds Elwood, a tabby who was taken in by the shelter Jan. 10. Commissioners are debating how to fix the problem of the county's overcrowded shelter. File photo.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • June 23, 2021
Manatee County commissioners disagree on need for Lakewood Ranch animal shelter

Some commissioners say a planned animal shelter might not be necessary in East County thanks to donation of Bishop Animal Shelter.

  • East County
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This draft shows Manatee County’s plan for the library with 60% of the design complete. The plan is subject to change because of design tweaks and the commissioners’ budget approval process. (Courtesy of Manatee County)
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • June 23, 2021
Proposed budget for Lakewood Ranch library in Manatee County skyrockets

Manatee County commissioners debate whether a $19.9 million budget is necessary for a Lakewood Ranch library.

  • East County
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Ryder Wahlsmith, a rising senior at Lakewood Ranch High School and a Manatee Technical College student, wipes down the plane as he continues to work on it. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • June 23, 2021
MTC students have plane fun in east Bradenton

MTC automotive technology students on board for new challenge.

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  • Schools
A lower student enrollment means the district will receive less money from the state, which could cause issues when it comes time to balance the books.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • June 23, 2021
School district weighs effects of lower enrollment for 2021-22

The district is expecting about 920 fewer students than it projected, which has a direct impact on how much money the district receives.

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  • Observer Staff
  • June 22, 2021
Two killed in car crash near SRQ airport

Two other serious injuries reported in three-vehicle collision on Tamiami Trail.

  • Sarasota
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Cindy Burke and Jason McGuire
    A time to celebrate |
  • June 22, 2021
Cindy Burke and Jason McGuire

Cindy Burke and Jason McGuire, who both reside in Siesta Key, Florida, were married on Saturday June 19, 2021 at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church.

  • Siesta Key
  • Celebrations
    In Memoriam |
  • June 22, 2021
Ronald Thomas George Platt, OBE

It is with deep sadness that we share the news that Ron, a resident of Longboat Key for 30 years, passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at his home surrounded by his children at the age of 94.

  • Longboat Key
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