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AJC West Coast Florida Regional Director, Brian Lipton addresses the sold-out audience for the luncheon.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 29, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: AJC Lunch & Learn

The American Jewish Committee met for the inaugural Winter Lunch & Learn luncheon Friday morning at Michael's on East.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Ivory Lounge owner Ambrish Piare filed a lawsuit last year alleging the Plaza at Five Points Condominium Association has made false claims in attempts to put the nightclub out of business.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • January 29, 2015
Ivory Lounge lawsuit against condo owners continues

Ivory Lounge owner Ambrish Piare's suit against the nightclub's downtown neighbors got a jolt this week, when a judge denied a motion to dismiss the case.

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The Mall at UTC will house Florida's eighth Microsoft retail location.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 29, 2015
Microsoft adds a store to UTC lineup

Microsoft is opening a store at The Mall at University Town Center.

  • East County
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Stoneybrook residents Ken and Nancy Allen with Barbara Tierney.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 29, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Stoneybrook 20th anniversary

Residents of Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club commemorate the 20th anniversary for the community with a three-day celebration.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • January 29, 2015
Ivory Lounge lawsuit against condo owners continues in court

Ivory Lounge owner Ambrish Piare’s suit against the nightclub’s downtown neighbors got a jolt this week, when a judge denied a motion to dismiss the case.

  • Sarasota
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Roger Capote and Rainer Scheer
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 29, 2015
3rd annual Fashionistas for a Cause Bartending Fundraiser

3rd annual Fashionistas for a Cause Bartending Fundraiser

  • Black Tie
Guide dogs patiently wait their turn with their handlers before the graduation ceremony.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 28, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Southeastern Guide Dogs graduation

Friends and family celebrated as nine handlers graduated with their new guides from Southeastern Guide Dogs Thursday, Jan. 29 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Area Coordinator for Southeastern Guide Dogs and puppy raiser Shay Doerner with 6-month-old Rocky.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 28, 2015
VIDEO: Southeastern Guide Dogs graduate

Nine handlers graduate from Southeastern Guide Dogs handler program Thursday, Jan. 29 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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Lakewood Ranch senior Sean Fenton plays defense against Fort Meyers in a regional playoff game Thursday at Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jason Clary
  • January 28, 2015
Lakewood Ranch upset by Fort Myers

Fort Myers defeats the Mustangs via penalty kicks, 2-1 (5-4)

  • East County
  • News
Andrew Vac, of RE/MAX, with 2014 Chairman of the Board Yvonne Schloss and President Gail Loefgren, accepts his Chairman’s Award.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • January 28, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Chamber of Commerce awards luncheon

Chamber members celebrated their success throughout 2014 at the 56th annual meeting and awards luncheon on Jan. 29. Members were given awards, and incoming chair, Jeff Mayers, shared his goals for 2015.

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Event coordinators Gwen Watson and Carol Meese
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • January 28, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Key Niners golf tournament

The Key Niners Women's Golf Association hosted 12 clubs and more than 120 women on Jan. 29 for a golf tournament.

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Jamie Myers soaks in the excitement after his Make-A-Wish reveal Tuesday morning.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 28, 2015
Make-A-Wish grants Pine View student's dream trip

A normal day at school turns into a wish come true for Pine View student Jamie Myers.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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.

  • East County
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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.

  • East County
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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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