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Brian Wigelsworth, founder of the Siesta Key Crystal Classic Master Sand Sculpting Competition, created a award sculpture for Siesta's newest accomplishment.
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  • Jessica Salmond
  • February 18, 2015
Siesta Beach: No. 1 Again!

Based on positive user reviews and ratings, Siesta Key Beach ranked first of 25 beaches in the U.S for TripAdvisor award.

  • Sarasota
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Cooper
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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 18, 2015
Candidates emerge for Planning Board vacancy

While Sarasota County prepares to revamp its comprehensive plan and the economy rebounds, five candidates have emerged for the advisory board that will play a key role in the update and the county's future.

  • Sarasota
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Map by Nicole Thompson
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  • David Conway
  • February 18, 2015
Room for growth?

A 200-room Marriott is the third hotel proposed for a four-block stretch of U.S. 41. With residents already concerned about traffic, what does the future of the corridor look like?

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Alpert
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  • David Conway
  • February 18, 2015
YOUR CANDIDATES: District Two

In advance of the March 10 City Commission election, the Sarasota Observer is profiling the six candidates vying for the open District 2 and 3 seats. This week, we talked with District 2 candidates.

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Ellie and Frank Gooch attended the Anniversary Mass Feb. 7. Photo by Amanda Morales
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 18, 2015
Renewed promise

For one couple, the foundation for marriage includes love, laughter and unselfishness.

  • Sarasota
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 18, 2015
What's happening: Week of Feb. 19, 2015

Siesta Key property target of Craigslist scam

  • Sarasota
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The trauma center will be included in the hospital's mission services — essential services the hospital provides to patients regardless of whether they have medical insurance. Photo by Jessica Salmond
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • February 18, 2015
SMH board approves level two trauma center

The Sarasota Memorial Hospital Board of Directors took the next step toward establishing the county's only trauma center Tuesday.

  • Sarasota
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One of many civically engaged Laurel Park residents, Kate Lowman, the former neighborhood association president, discusses the dynamics of the area — and some major issues. Photo by David Conway
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 18, 2015
Q+A with Kate Lowman

At Tuesday's meeting of the Laurel Park Neighborhood Association, one discussion topic dwarfed the rest: the expansion of the Woman's Exchange, the first project going through the Laurel Park Overlay District review process.

  • Sarasota
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Ida Cuthbertson writes down her ideas for public transportation at the Feb. 11 meeting. Photo by Jessica Salmond
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • February 18, 2015
County launches Comp Plan update process

Residents are wary of the county's methods for public input during the comprehensive plan overhaul.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • February 18, 2015
Come At Me, Sarasota: Aaron Jaco of Uppercut Boxing

Come At Me, Sarasota: Aaron Jaco of Uppercut Boxing

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Sheriff Tom Knight said the department needs more deputies to monitor activity east of I-75 as the area continues to grow.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • February 17, 2015
Knight rolls out Sheriff's Office needs

The Sheriff's Office is experiencing everything from water damage to cramped quarters at a number of its facilities, and is asking the Sarasota County commissioners to start focusing on improvements.

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Sara Masciopinto and Jerry Kilanoski catch up.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 17, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Palm-Aire Artist Reception

The Art Association of Palm-Aire Country Club welcomed members to an artist reception Feb. 17 to kick off the association's annual art show, which runs through Feb. 22.

  • East County
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Police and firefighters were at the crash scenes in the 4400 and 4600 blocks of Gulf of Mexico Drive this afternoon.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 17, 2015
Police officer, fire chief involved in separate crashes

Police Officer Dennis Silverio sustained minor injuries. Fire Rescue Chief Paul Dezzi and two other drivers were not injured.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Melissa Surane, the Florida representative for TripAdvisor, presented the award this morning at Siesta Key Pavilion.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • February 17, 2015
Siesta Key wins No. 1 beach award

Based on user reviews and ratings, Siesta Key Beach won TripAdvisor's 2015 Travelers' Choice Award for the best U.S. beach.

  • Siesta Key
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Moore's Stonecrab Restaurant co-owner Alan Moore and other partners will file a site plan soon for a new restaurant. Rendering courtesy of the town of Longboat Key
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 17, 2015
Moore's nets P&Z support

Co-owner Alan Moore is two steps closer to rebuilding his family's historic restaurant.

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