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Construction of two groins is under way at the eroded north-end beach.
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  • Robin Hartill
  • February 1, 2015
Scott's preliminary budget includes Longboat beach funds

The proposed 2015-16 budget includes $25 million in funding for beach projects statewide.

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Jon Huntsman answers questions during the Q & A portion of the luncheon for the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture Series.
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  • Amanda Morales
  • February 1, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Jon Huntsman Town Hall lecture luncheon

Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman gave his outlook for the relationship between the U.S. and China during the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture series Feb. 2.

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Sarasota County Commission candidate Mike Moran currently serves on the board of the Southwest Florida Water Management District.
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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 1, 2015
First local candidate files for 2016 election

Republican Mike Moran will seek the District 1 seat on the Sarasota County Commission with significant local GOP support.

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The Planning Board and city staff have both recommended against the changes that would allow for the development of the parkland.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 1, 2015
Commission to decide future of Fruitville Road Park

Today, the City Commission will consider amending its comprehensive plan to allow for the development of the parkland as part of an agreement with Benderson Development Co.

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Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. accepts a painting from Ringling College of Art and Design senior Cameron Kramer during a visit to Sarasota Monday.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 1, 2015
VIDEO: Huntsman criticizes money in politics before lecture

Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman is the latest Republican heavyweight to speak in Sarasota thanks to the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture Series.

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While Central Library is closed for three months, a temporary computer lab, located at 305 15th St. W., is open to the public.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 1, 2015
Central Library closes for makeover

Central Library, located at 1301 Barcarrota Ave., Bradenton, will be closed for three months for renovations.

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Jerry Cronin and Paul Ahem cheer on the Patriots.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • January 31, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Beachplace Super Bowl party

Beachplace residents enjoyed football and each other's company at a Super Bowl watch party on Feb. 1.

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Seahawks Fan Karen Sawyer and Patriots fan Paul Kuell place their bets.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • January 31, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: The Shore Super Bowl party

Residents of the Shore gathered on Feb. 1 to watch the Seahawks and Patriots battle each other in the Super Bowl.

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Seahawks fans George Stensgard and Matt Brieske cheer on their team at Longboat Terrace.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • January 31, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Terrace Super Bowl party

Residents of Longboat Terrace gathered on Feb. 1 to watch Super Bowl XLIX.

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Scott Anderson and Pam and Jerry Claiborne and Richard Russell
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 31, 2015
Opera Gala

Opera Gala

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Sharon and John Aragona
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 31, 2015
Catholic Charities Ball

Catholic Charities Ball

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Emily and Alana Duffy fill a pot with soil to plant parsley during the Birthday of the Trees party.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 30, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Birthday of the Trees

Temple Emanu-El hosted a party to celebrate the Birthday of the Trees Saturday, Jan. 31 surrounded by the gardens at Sarasota Children's Garden.

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Edith Barr Dunn enjoyed a night surrounded by friend and family for a cocktail party.
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  • Amanda Morales
  • January 30, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Edith Barr Dunn Celebration

To celebrate memories with friends and family, Edith Barr Dunn hosted a cocktail party Saturday, Jan. 31 at Marina Jack

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U.S. Army Reserve Ret. Lt. Col. Dennis Dobbratz poses with Annette and Bob Ducatelli, retired Air Force.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 30, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Rosedale Military Ball

Members of the Rosedale Golf & Country Club honored vet eras past and present during its seventh annual Military Ball Jan. 31, at the clubhouse.

  • East County
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School of Russian Ballet dancers entertain a growing crowd.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 30, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Grand Ovation

The 9th annual Grand Ovation returned Jan. 31 to Lakewood Ranch Main Street, with live performances by local dancers, actors and other artists.

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