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The upper floors of Obsidian would offer bayfront views to the east and downtown views to the west.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • October 23, 2024
Obsidian approval decision appealed to the Planning Board

Three street-level adjustment requests to the 18-story, 342-foot condo tower have been granted by the city of Sarasota. Bay Plaza residents have appealed the decision.

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A crew helps clean up the impacts of Hurricane Milton in the LGBTQ+ center.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • October 23, 2024
Fabulous Arts Foundation repairs new LGBTQ+ center following Hurricane Milton

The center, which suffered serious damage from the storm, is being repaired to offer programming and a "safe space" for the community.

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Animal rescue volunteers Roger Riehm and Sandy Ulrickson secure a gallinule with a broken leg at Lake Uihlein. The gallinule was recovering at the Wildlife Center of Southwest Florida.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • October 23, 2024
A broken wing and a prayer after hurricanes leave animals in SWFL battered

Volunteers and the overwhelmed Wildlife Center of Southwest Florida cope with a surge in wild animal injuries following hurricanes Helene and Milton.

  • East County
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Braden River's Jayden Moore (21) fights through the Lakewood Ranch front seven. It can cost about $164 for a football jersey and pants. A football helmet can range from $180 to $500.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • October 23, 2024
Manatee County schools adds athletics to 1-mill property tax referendum

Funding for athletics could be used for equipment, transportation, athletic trainers and more.

  • East County
  • Schools
UMR Sports currently has four sand volleyball courts, six pickleball courts and a baseball/softball cage.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • October 23, 2024
UMR Sports to expand Upper Manatee River Road footprint

The 52-acre expansion will include ball fields, a pickleball barn, a miniature golf course and apartments.

  • East County
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Beachfront houses along Gulfside Road were among the worst damaged in Hurricane Helene.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • October 23, 2024
Three strikes, but Sarasota County is not out

A local climate expert weighs in on how three hurricanes had separate personalities and why all are examples of climate change's impact on more intense storms.

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    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • October 23, 2024
Longboat underground utilities project timeline now uncertain after storms

After Florida Power & Light needed to respond to back-to-back major hurricanes, it will likely have to push back the timeline for the town's ongoing project.

  • Longboat Key
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Bicyclists asked to avoid GMD on Longboat Key
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • October 22, 2024
Bicyclists asked to avoid GMD on Longboat Key

The town of Longboat Key advised the cycling community to avoid Gulf of Mexico Drive due to debris danger and increased truck activity.

  • Longboat Key
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Interim City Manager Doug Jeffcoat; new City Attorney Joseph Polzak.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • October 22, 2024
New city attorney, interim city manager named by Sarasota commission

The Sarasota City Commission unanimously choose Joseph Polzak as city attorney and long-time employee Doug Jeffocat as interim city manager.

  • Sarasota
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The sign at The Centre Shops leaned from Hurricane Milton's winds.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • October 22, 2024
Mobile grant assistance center coming to Longboat Key

The center operated through the Florida Small Business Development Center Network will be able to assist business owners in applying for disaster-related loans.

  • Longboat Key
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Carlos E. Haile Middle School students Brayden Berggren, Cord London, Kase Alsum and Levi Rear work on a robot in the new robotics arena. STEM programs will continue to be supported by the referendum if voters pass it in November.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • October 22, 2024
Manatee schools tax referendum collection doubles since inception

Since the 1-mill property tax referendum was first implemented in 2018-2019, the funds collected have risen from $37.3 million to $75.5 million.

  • East County
  • Schools
The 14 easements that equal approximately 54 acres are highlighted in green.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • October 22, 2024
Manatee County denies release of University Park conservation easements

Benderson Development requests the release of 14 easements that add up to about 54 acres.

  • East County
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Payne Park Auditorium.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • October 22, 2024
Sarasota Players returning home to downtown Sarasota

The century-old performing arts organization's lease for Payne Park Auditorium has been approved by the City Commission, including plans to build a new facility nearby.

  • Sarasota
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Buttonwood Harbour, one of the island's lowest-lying areas, had piles of debris stacked along the road.
    By
  • Carter Weinhofer
  • October 22, 2024
Hurricane Helene storm surge left some Longboat residents with little

While cleaning up after Hurricane Helene’s severe storm surge, residents of Buttonwood Harbour shared experiences about throwing out sentimental belongings, ruined furniture and needing major repairs.

  • Longboat Key
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Early voting in Sarasota County began Monday, Oct. 21 at 10 locations.
    By
  • Jim DeLa
  • October 21, 2024
Early in-person voting opens in Sarasota County

A brisk turnout is being reported downtown.

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Lt. Clay Huber was cheered by about 100 first responders and hospital personnel on Thursday.
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Shane Catts, who started Happy Paddler Kayak Tours & Ecoventures with his wife, Holly Rolls, said the Longboat Key-based business has been proud to be part of so many families' favorite times vacationing and living on the island in the nearly 10 years it has been open on the north end.
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Sarasota runner Vinny O'Shaughnessy completed his goal of running a marathon in every state. Since then, the runner hasn't slowed down, starting on a new mission to do the same with a half marathon in every state.
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