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  • Robin Hartill
  • May 22, 2014
Census: Key population grows by 1.14%

Longboat Key's population increased to 7,082 in July 2013, according to data the U.S. Census Bureau released this week.

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Thomas Buchter speaks at a 2013 event celebrating the construction of the Ann Goldstein Children's Rainforest Garden.
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  • David Conway
  • May 22, 2014
Selby Gardens CEO announces retirement

Thomas Buchter, who has served as the president and CEO of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens since 2009, announced that he plans to retire in October.

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District 5 County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh discussed issues on Esplanade residents' minds at a forum May 21.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • May 22, 2014
Commissioner talks transportation, growth with residents

District 5 Commissioner Vanessa Baugh met with Esplanade residents May 21, in the community's clubhouse, to answer questions about transportation and growth in Lakewood Ranch.

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The town’s Investment Advisory Committee will also meet at 1 p.m. in the Commission Chambers meeting room to discuss budget issues.
  • By John Morton
  • May 22, 2014
Budget season kicks off today at Town Hall

Commissioners are expected to discuss how to address a more than $600,000 budget deficit at a budget workshop today.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 22, 2014
Sarasota approves Villages project

Sarasota County commissioners unanimously approved an expansion to Lakewood Ranch Wednesday.

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  • David Conway
  • May 22, 2014
Switching Gears

The county has expressed an interest in upgrading a BMX facility, but it's unclear if it will be the draw proponents think.

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The property at 1440 Boulevard of the Arts has sat vacant for years as the city has sought a project for the land. File photo
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  • David Conway
  • May 22, 2014
Developers pitch Rosemary project

Rosemary Square, a mixed-use 'catalyst project,' would feature residential, commercial and theater space.

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Professional disc golf player Bryan Moore putts on the third hole of the disc-golf course located within North Water Tower Park. Photo by Alex Mahadevan
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • May 22, 2014
VIDEO: County pursues parkland on North Tamiami Trail

The county approved a plan to expand North Water Tower Park to improve its use and combat crime in the area.

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Lido Beach. File photo
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  • David Conway
  • May 22, 2014
St. Armands, Siesta groups make waves about project renourishment

As the proposed renourishment of Lido Beach remains a contested issue, the St. Armands Residents Association has submitted a petition to the city and county indicating that people in the area stand behind the project.

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  • May 22, 2014
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Democrat enters County Commission race; Sarasota County honors retiring fire chief

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Fruitville Road Park could be sold to generate revenue for the city, but residents in nearby communities believe the green space is needed along a stretch of road that’s already home to multiple retail complexes. Photo by David Conway
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 22, 2014
Residents fight to preserve Fruitville Road Park

As the city examines selling 7.7 acres of land to make way for a shopping center, residents say it's not in the best interests of the city or the public.

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Harvey Vengroff hopes to make the property that currently houses Bob's Train restaurant and Sarasota Fitness and Fight Club the site of 800 apartment units.
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  • David Conway
  • May 22, 2014
Entrepreneur pushes for affordable housing

Harvey Vengroff plans to ask the city to change its density regulations to allow him to construct an 800-unit apartment complex on Fruitville Road.

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Les Ciseaux Salon & Spa’s Kristina Shabalina, Angela Johnston, Nicci Phillips and Annie Sanfilippo with Bill Carman
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  • Kelsey Grau
  • May 21, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Armands Circle Association Annual Meeting

The St. Armands Circle Association held its annual meeting on May 21, at the Resort at Longboat Key Club's Island House. Attendees were treated to cocktails and hors d'oeuvres before they got down to business with the meeting and awards.

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Gov. Rick Scott greets Donna Hayes.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 21, 2014
Scott raises funds in East County

Gov. Rick Scott spoke to supporters Wednesday, at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing.

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    By
  • David Conway
  • May 21, 2014
Law enforcement groups to host boating safety event

The Sarasota Police Department, Sarasota County Sheriff's Office and other groups are holding an Interagency Boating Safety Inspection Day on Saturday.

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