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Sarasota County first began studying the watershed, which extends diagonally from Manatee County to Dona Bay, off of Nokomis.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • February 8, 2015
County to consider Dona Bay project

Sarasota County wants to restore the 98-mile watershed draining into Dona Bay back to a natural state after years of man-made changes altered the system.

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One of three demo flower baskets located at Main Street and Palm Avenue, the first option offered by the Downtown Improvement District features a hanging basket off the arm of a light pole.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 8, 2015
UPDATE: DID seeks public input on flower baskets

The Downtown Improvement District has set up three flower baskets for display on light poles at Main Street and Palm Avenue, hoping for feedback on the best option from residents.

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The state has blamed an “aggressive coastal environment” for deteriorating the Stickney Point Bridge, and aims to fix the connected seawall, the control house and moveable spans of the bridge, among other repairs.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 8, 2015
FDOT plans Stickney Point Bridge lane closures

The Florida Department of Transportation begins preliminary work on a $4 million rehabilitation project Wednesday.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 8, 2015
Waterline Road project approved

An revised site plan shows increased buffering but not less units.

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(Photo courtesy of Sarasota Police Department) An unidentified man jumped from the Ringling Bridge before 9:15 a.m. Monday.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 8, 2015
Body recovered after plunge from Ringling Bridge

An unnamed man jumped from the bridge this morning after being involved in a hit-and-run accident near the intersection of North Tamiami Trail and University Parkway.

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Bill Anderson and Kathy Hedden with Art and Bev Cavazzi
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 8, 2015
Sarasota Newcomers Club Mardi Gras Gala

Sarasota Newcomers Club Mardi Gras Gala

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A necklace from Glass Garden Jewelry on display at the Siesta Key Craft Festival.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 7, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Siesta Key Craft Festival

From industrial sculptures to pottery, vendors had a variety to offer for the annual Siesta Key Craft Festival on Saturday and Sunday in Siesta Key Village.

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Keffie Lancaster and her dog, Koukla, enjoy a breezy afternoon and a polo match.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 7, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: SMR Cup

Tailgaters enjoyed a breezy afternoon of cookouts, cold drinks and a sideline view of the Schroeder-Manatee Ranch Cup, held Feb. 8, at Sarasota Polo Club.The tailgate theme for this week's polo match was Valentine's Day.

  • East County
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The luncheon honors sisterhood members Laura Zalkin, Dorothy Quint and Cindy Gilburne for outstanding service.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 7, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood Honors Luncheon

Members of Temple Emanu-El's Sisterhood group converged for drinks, food, socializing and musical entertainment by local musician Chris Eisenberg at the Sisterhood Honors Luncheon, Feb. 8, at the Lakewood Ranch Country Club. This year's honorees were Cindy Gilburne, Dorothy Quint and Laura Zalkin.

  • East County
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Runners approach Gulfstream Avenue from the John Ringling Bridge during the Sarasota Music Half Marathon.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 7, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Music Half Marathon

Participants sprinted, jogged and danced across the finish line for the inaugural Sarasota Music Half Marathon Feb. 8 starting at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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Kent and Aimee Anderson
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 7, 2015
The Palm Ball at Bay Preserve 'A Passion for Conservation'

The Palm Ball at Bay Preserve 'A Passion for Conservation'

  • Black Tie
Christine Gianoplus leads the Hellenic folk dancers before an audience.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 6, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: 31st annual Greek Glendi Festival

The Greek Glendi returned for its 31st annual festival Feb. 4 through Feb. 8 at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church.

  • East County
  • News
Melanie Murphy and Julia Patten love spending time with each other and their dads.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 6, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Witt Father/Daughter Dance

Girls at Gene Witt Elementary School danced the night away with their friends and fathers Feb. 9, during the school's 'Under the Sea' themed father/daughter dance.

  • East County
  • News
Brad Gemme twirls his daughters, Madilyn, let, and Chelsea, right.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 6, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: BRE Fairy Tale Ball

Girls at Braden River Elementary School enjoyed a magical evening with their fathers Feb. 6, during the school's annual Fairy Tale Ball.

  • East County
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Kevin and Anne Muzzillo try to stay warm beside Barbara Blatz.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 6, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Music on Main

Music on Main goers bundled up for a chilly night of food, drinks, games and a live performance by Paisley Craze, Feb. 6, at Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

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