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This map shows the location of the future improvement.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 28, 2015
Ranch boulevard expansion approved

Sarasota County commissioners voted Wednesday to further advance plans for extending Lakewood Ranch Boulevard to Fruitville Road.

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Of the 17 county students advancing to the 60th annual State Science and Engineering Fair in March, nine are form East County.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 28, 2015
After big wins regionally, East County students head to state science competition

Nine East County students won first-place at the Lockheed Martin Manatee Regional Science and Engineering Fair recently. The troupe will advance to the 60th annual State Science and Engineering Fair, held March 31 through April 2, in Lakeland.

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The Sarasota County Commission voted Wednesday to ban parking on Avenida Milano and Madera in Siesta Key Village. The commissioners determined it a safety issue – but it pushes more cars back in into the Village.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • January 28, 2015
Parking problem

Public parking spots on Siesta Key are decreasing. Season is upon us. Where is everyone going to park?

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  • Observer Staff
  • January 28, 2015
Codes dictate how city staff must respond

All tenants are entitled to occupy structures that have had life-safety type of work done by licensed contractors pursuant to properly issued permits.

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The inspiration for the Paintbox program came from one resident's trip to Calgary, Canada, where painted utility boxes have adorned city streets since 2010. Courtesy photo
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 28, 2015
Arts Alliance paints picture of a colorful city

The City Commission could soon consider a project that would allow local artists to paint Sarasota utility boxes.

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The city now expects substantial completion of the State Street parking garage to take place in March, not February, and for the project to be finalized in April. Photo by David Conway
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 28, 2015
Delays, progress at State Street garage

Although the completion of the State Street parking garage has been pushed back a month, developers of commercial property at the site are moving forward.

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  • Observer Staff
  • January 28, 2015
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SRQ Airport unveils new marketing campaign

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Main Street is lined with signs and other decorations in front of shops, but those objects could be the subject of increased scrutiny. Photo by David Conway
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 28, 2015
City works to define public sign language

The city of Sarasota is moving closer to establishing new regulations disallowing signs in the public right of way. Still, questions remain about the ability of city staff to enforce the new - and existing - rules governing signs.

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Rob Alfieri, left, helps his business partner, Justin Bloom, push off the pontoon boat on Bird Key. Photo by Jessica Salmond
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • January 28, 2015
Turtle Beach considered for vendor opportunities

Sarasota County plans to add Turtle Beach to its non-motorized water sports program, which launched a year ago on South Lido.

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City staff discussed its wayfinding efforts at a Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce event Jan. 22.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 28, 2015
City navigates new approach to its wayfinding program

Bill Nichols, Public Works project manager, has been working on instituting a wayfinding program in the city for nearly five years.

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Courtesy photo
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  • Amanda Morales
  • January 28, 2015
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Siesta Key Salon receives 2015 Couples Choice Award; Sarasota Yacht Club receives distinguished award; Bob Rosinsky to serve as president of FGA

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Bob Biallas and Drayton Saunders
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 28, 2015
Baubles and Bourbon: The Final Touch

Baubles and Bourbon: The Final Touch

  • Black Tie
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  • Nick Friedman
  • January 28, 2015
Come At Me, Sarasota: Sarasota High School Softball

Come At Me, Sarasota: Sarasota High School Softball

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Sarasota guard Camille Giardina drives to the basket during the second half of a district semifinal game against Palmetto on Wednesday night in Sarasota.
  • By Jason Clary
  • January 27, 2015
Sarasota cruises in district semifinal against Palmetto

The Sarasota girls basketball team beat Palmetto 52-24 Wednesday night.

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The number of violent crimes in Sarasota County fell 3% in 2014 compared with the previous year, but have declined 24% since 2009.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • January 27, 2015
Sarasota County crime continues decline

Total countywide offenses followed a five-year downward trend with a 10% drop in 2014, according to Sarasota County Sheriff's Office data.

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