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SPARCC Executive Director Olivia Thomas steps down after seven years as the leader for the nonprofit agency. Photo by Amanda Morales
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • November 13, 2014
Executive director steps down from SPARCC

Olivia Thomas leaves a legacy of compassion helping victims of domestic violence.

  • Sarasota
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Paul Thorpe and Tre Michel are spearheading an advertising effort to highlight some of the distinctive characteristics of the downtown area. Banners adorn downtown light poles as part of the campaign.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Retail survey

Exacerbating fears about paid parking and inspiring advertising campaigns, the new mall made an impact in the city of Sarasota, too.

  • Sarasota
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Michael Bush, co-owner of the furniture store Home Resource, spearheaded the idea for the Sarasota Design District when he noticed how many stores near his filled a similar niche. File photo
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Rosemary District Zoning

New zoning regulations, a catalyst project and a rebranding as a 'Design District' are the latest attempts to spur activity in the Rosemary District.

  • Sarasota
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Blue Rooster co-owner Bill Cornelius worries about how businesses in the Rosemary District are being affected by an influx of homeless individuals in the area. File photo
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Addressing the homeless

A joint city and county effort to build a homeless shelter ended, and the growing population of homeless people has affected several areas in the city of Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
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A rendering presented by Sarasota Bayfront Now was not enough to win over city commissioners, who quickly signaled their disinterest in the plan. Courtesy rendering
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Bayfront Proposals

As one group attempts to facilitate a citywide conversation, other parties have tried to stake their claim to the bayfront.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 13, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Siesta Key projects

From code amendments to beach worries, Siesta Key Beach wasn't the only hub of activity this summer.

  • Sarasota
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Hodgens
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 13, 2014
WELCOME BACK: What's new to you

Sarasota saw many changes while snowbirds were away, including some new faces on the scene, amendment changes, expansion plans and more.

  • Sarasota
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The design of the Lift Station building changed several times since May. Courtesy rendering
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 13, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Lift station project

As the city prepares to begin construction on Lift Station 87, problems continue to surround the over-budget project.

  • Sarasota
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Scott Anderson, Bette and Arn Hoffman and Randy and Lori Benderson
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 13, 2014
Keeping the Dream Alive

Keeping the Dream Alive

  • Black Tie
Lynette Abrams and Gerri Elliott
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 12, 2014
Flower Talk: 'Gems in Bloom'

Flower Talk: 'Gems in Bloom'

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 12, 2014
General election: How Longboat voted

The following are vote totals for Longboat Key in the Sarasota and Manatee county precincts for the Nov. 4 general election.

  • Longboat Key
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A chainlink fence surrounds the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort to deter trespassers. File photo
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 12, 2014
Colony: No end in sight

How the embattled resort became the subject of even more litigation this summer.

  • Longboat Key
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The images depict the 5300 block of Gulf of Mexico Drive before and after a proposed project that would bury utilities on Gulf of Mexico Drive. Courtesy Town of Longboat Key. BEFORE
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 12, 2014
Underground utilities

The commission worries that extending the plan beyond GMD into side streets could give voters sticker shock.

  • Longboat Key
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File photo
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 12, 2014
Bayfront Park

The town seeks to build consensus on Bayfront Park, but it has not yet built new features on the property.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • David Conway
  • November 12, 2014
WELCOME BACK: St. Armands Events

The city crafted new regulations for events at St. Armands Circle Park after clashes between residents and art show organizers.

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