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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • June 11, 2013
Detectives investigate early morning shooting

The Sarasota Police Department is investigating a shooting reported near the 3300 block of Central Avenue after 3 a.m. Monday, June 10.

  • Sarasota
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From left, Paul Dezzi, Fire Chief; Lieutenant Jason Berzowski; and Deputy Chief Dave Kyle celebrate Berzowski’s promotion Friday at the north fire station. (photo courtesy of town of Longboat Key).
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • June 11, 2013
Firefighter paramedic promoted to lieutenant

Berzowski will be assigned to B-shift Station 91 (north fire station) under the supervision of Deputy Chief Matt Altman.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota's police chief and her daughter caught robbery suspects on Saturday.
  • By Amanda Heisey
  • June 10, 2013
June 10: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota Police Chief catches suspected robbers; Sarasota County budget talks continue; Weekend events recap

  • Siesta Key
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The call came in at approximately 2:01 p.m. Saturday to be on the lookout for two men and woman in a blue truck just involved in a strong-arm robbery in the area of the 3500 block of Clark Drive. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • June 10, 2013
Sarasota Police Chief catches suspected robbers

The chief and her daughter were off duty having lunch when the call for a strong-arm robbery came on the police radio.

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    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • June 10, 2013
Manatee Schools Transition Team hosts Q&A

Representatives from the state Transition Team that produced an evaluation report and economic recovery plan for Manatee County Schools will take questions from the school board and the public today.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota County will have the largest budget in nearly five years if commissioners approve the 2014 fiscal year budget.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • June 10, 2013
Sarasota County budget talks continue

Sarasota County commissioners will discuss the 2014 preliminary budget, which includes a 3% raise for non-bargaining employees, during a June 12 workshop.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Elia Shen, of Primrose, looks for her parents as she marches into the room.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Primrose Graduation

Primrose School hosted a graduation ceremony today for its pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students.

  • East County
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Emily Wilcox, Aba Sankah, Kiah Murfin and Hailee Chapin
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Freedom 'Rectangle of Doom'

Outgoing fifth graders at Freedom Elementary School ended their school year June 7, with a game of "Rectangle of Doom" against their teachers.

  • East County
  • News
The Distractions keep the crowds' toes tapping.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Music on Main

Despite overcast skies, East County residents flocked June 7 to Lakewood Ranch Main Street for the plaza's monthly Music on Main concert.

  • East County
  • News
Mitch D'sa and Jeremy Kemp pass 50 pounds of potatoes to Key Club Sponsor Bridgid Shannon.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • June 7, 2013
Pine View students to distribute 42,000 pounds of produce

The Pine View Key Club and Interact Club have teamed up to help struggling families in the community.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Sarasota County Commission to hear quarterly update
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • June 7, 2013
June 7: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota County Commission to hear quarterly update; NOAA Fish Fry gets taste of Mote-raised seafood; 2013 Summer Season; Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

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Manatee County eighth graders beat the state average in math, with 55 percent passing the test compared to 51 percent across the state.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • June 7, 2013
New FCAT scores show Manatee behind the state

FCAT scores released Friday show that Manatee County Schools performed below the state average in both math and reading in most grades.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Local officials showcased Mote-raised seafood and Lola Wines. Courtesy.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • June 7, 2013
NOAA Fish Fry gets taste of Mote-raised seafood

The event featured sustainable seafood raised at Mote Marine Laboratory's Aquaculture Park.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Peter Balos was quite the showman. He sang and hyped up the crowd.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • June 7, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Witt Elementary Talent Show

Witt Elementary School students showed off their skills at the Witt's Got Talent Show June 7. Performances included singing, dancing and acting.

  • East County
  • Schools
Sarasota County commissioners will meet Monday, June 10, for a quarterly update from county staff.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • June 7, 2013
Sarasota County Commission to hear quarterly update

Sarasota County staff will present updates on a proposed bus rapid transit system, watershed plans, and transportation concurrency during a workshop Monday, June 10.

  • Sarasota
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