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  • David Conway
  • February 19, 2014
Laurel Park aims to address nuisance properties

People in Laurel Park are looking for a more effective way to address and resolve recurring issues with residents involved in illicit activities.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • February 19, 2014
USF Sarasota-Manatee extends benefits to vets

A new program will offer scholarships to veterans, filling in where GI Bill funding falls short.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 19, 2014
County approves homeless spending

Sarasota County commissioners unanimously approved a contract extension for consultant Robert Marbut to implement his Homeless Strategic Action Plan - which includes a shelter.

  • Sarasota
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Sarasota Christian guard Megan Garriott races down the court on a fast break opportunity.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 19, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Class 2A State Semifinals- Sarasota Christian vs. Academy at the Lakes

The Sarasota Christian girls basketball team defeated Academy at the Lakes 68-59 in the Class 2A state semifinals Feb. 18, at the Lakeland Center. With the win, the Lady Blazers will advance to the state championship Feb. 20.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 19, 2014
FDOT tweaks Stickney Point traffic rules

Drivers no longer have the option to make right turns onto Midnight Pass Road from Stickney Point Road due to pedestrian safety concerns.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 19, 2014
Unit owner proposes new lawsuit

A former Colony Beach & Tennis Resort Association board member urges unit owners to join him in a lawsuit against the board.

  • Longboat Key
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  • Robin Hartill
  • February 19, 2014
Key tourism: Brace for the storm

Frigid temperatures and snow storms up north continue to bring a flurry of tourists to hotel rooms on sunny Longboat Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 19, 2014
Chief Cumming provides license-camera snapshot

A new camera system generated more than half of the traffic stops made by the Longboat Key Police Department during a three-and-a-half month period.

  • Longboat Key
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 19, 2014
News Briefs

FDOT will perform GMD pedestrian count; Helmsley Sandcastle sells for $27.4 million

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 19, 2014
North-end groin approval faces one last hurdle

Longboat Key Commissioner Jack Duncan's visit to Washington, D.C., last week might have helped speed up a federal permit for a much needed beach project on the north end of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 19, 2014
ZBA chairman resigns, opposes board's elimination

Ben Feole stepped down from the board for personal reasons but isn't on board with any decision that would eliminate the Zoning Board of Adjustment as a board in the Town Charter.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 19, 2014
Restaurant's reopening rescheduled for the fall

The real estate investor didn't want to open after season but says he'll have 'one hell of a restaurant come October.'

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 19, 2014
Code Enforcement Board welcomes a new officer

Jeff Karr, the town's new code enforcement officer, will work under the direction of the Key's Police Department.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • February 19, 2014
Our view

A long slog to power in D.C.

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  • Observer Staff
  • February 19, 2014
Letters to the Editor

To send in your Letters to the Editor, email them to News Editor Robin Hartill at [email protected]. Letters pertaining to local issues receive priority. Letters may be edited for grammar and space.

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