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Hurricane Ike's destruction in Gilchrist, Texas. Courtesy photo
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  • Nolan Peterson
  • April 10, 2014
County staff plans for the unthinkable

Sarasota County staff publicly unveiled a first draft of its post-disaster redevelopment plan at a Siesta Key Association meeting Thursday. The county began drafting the plan in 2007.

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  • April 10, 2014
News Briefs

County Commission OKs Shell Road parking plan; FDOT nixes no right on red at Stickney Point Road

  • Sarasota
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  • Nolan Peterson
  • April 10, 2014
VIDEO: Problem with homeless shelter site surfaces

The third site option for a downtown homeless shelter at 1502 and 1562 Lime Ave., which the city and county commissions chose last week, is not for sale. Environmental studies of the two original sites now come into play.

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  • David Conway
  • April 10, 2014
City Commission considers budget cap amendment

Sarasota city commissioners debated a potential charter amendment that could place a 3% limit on increases in the city's general fund budget.

  • Sarasota
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  • David Conway
  • April 10, 2014
State Street garage construction draws closer

Before commissioners decide whether to approve construction of the State Street parking garage, city staff will provide an update on the project at a public meeting.

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  • April 10, 2014
Easter and Passover Services

A listing of local Easter and Passover services

  • Sarasota
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • April 10, 2014
Florida Winefest & Auction brings charities to the table

The 24th annual Florida Winefest & Auction is one of the biggest charitable events in Florida.

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Courtney DeFilippis
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  • April 10, 2014
Business Observer

New shoe store strides into Gulf Gate neighborhood; Courtney DeFilippis joins RE/MAX Alliance Group; LaHurd receives human resources award from SHRA; Icard Merrill welcomes two associate attorneys

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Guests gathered for Child Protection Center’s second annual Blue Ties and Butterflies fundraising event Wednesday, April 9, at Michael’s On East.
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • April 9, 2014
'Blue Ties and Butterflies'

'Blue Ties and Butterflies'

  • Black Tie
Gundrun and Jorgen Graugaard
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • April 9, 2014
La Musica Wine Tasting and Supper by the Bite

La Musica Wine Tasting and Supper by the Bite

  • Black Tie
A March 25 rendering of the State Street parking garage, which the city hopes to begin construction on next month.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 9, 2014
City to provide update on State Street garage

At a public meeting tomorrow, city staff will share information about the timeline and construction process for the State Street parking garage.

  • Sarasota
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On busy days, cars crowd North Shell Road, making it difficult for residents to enter and leave their driveways.
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • April 9, 2014
County approves Shell Road parking plan

Renovations to the popular Siesta Key beach access will make the area easier for Sheriff's deputies to enforce.

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The two-lane Fort Hamer Bridge, displayed in a rendering, would connect Fort Hamer Park to Upper Manatee River Road.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • April 9, 2014
Coast Guard endorses Fort Hamer Bridge

A final environmental impact statement published by the U.S. Coast Guard and prepared by URS Corp. recommends construction of the long-debated Fort Hamer Bridge.

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A 130-foot barge ran aground on Longboat Key this morning.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • April 9, 2014
Barge washes ashore on Longboat Key

The barge was unsecured so it could be pulled by a tow boat, but high winds and strong current from a cold front forced the barge onto the beach.

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The United Nations Environmental Programme Regional Office for North America has chosen Sarasota County to host World Environment Day.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • April 9, 2014
UN picks Sarasota as host for World Environment Day

Sarasota County will serve as the North American host community for World Environment Day June 5, following six weeks of environmentally-themed events beginning on Earth Day.

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