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  • April 25, 2012
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  • April 24, 2012
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The tentative date for finalist interviews is June 15 and 16 in Sarasota. City staff has reserved the Grand Foyer at the Van Wezel for a “Meet the Candidates” reception the evening of June 15.
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  • April 24, 2012
Sarasota city manager list of 104 revealed

The tentative date for finalist interviews is June 15 and 16 in Sarasota after the search consultant further reduces the list of candidates.

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  • April 24, 2012
News Briefs

Beruff appointed to board by governor; District 5 candidates earn new endorsements; Humane Society launches food program

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  • April 24, 2012
Tara Elementary to add sixth grade

Manatee County School Board members Monday night approved to expand grade levels at Tara and Palm View elementary schools.

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The suspects attempted to defraud a store clerk of $11,000 before he realized it was a scam and called police Monday while the suspects were still in the store.
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  • Kurt Schultheis
  • April 24, 2012
Five St. Petersburg residents arrested in Sarasota

Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has arrested five St. Petersburg residents in a scheme to steal approximately $11,000 in merchandise.

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  • Eddie Kirsch
  • April 24, 2012
Fruitville Road paving to finish by end of week

Without weather delays, paving is expected to be completed by Friday, April 27.

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The suspect unsuccessfully attempted to take the victim's personal property by force.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 24, 2012
Man nearly robbed near Natalie Way

A suspect attempted to rob a man Monday night near the intersection of State Road 70 and Natalie Way.

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The meeting is set for 6 p.m. April 25, at Powel Crosley Estate, 8374 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.
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  • April 24, 2012
Manatee and Sarasota counties discuss criminal justice initiatives

Manatee and Sarasota county officials and representatives of the 12th Judicial Circuit on April 25 will talk about initiatives of local organizations tasked with overseeing local criminal justice systems.

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The Sarasota Military Academy Drum Line began the fair with a performance.
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  • Nick Friedman
  • April 24, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Veterans Appreciation Fair at Sarasota Military Academy

Congressman Vern Buchanan hosted a Veteran's Appreciation Fair Saturday, April 21, at the Sarasota Military Academy. The fair featured booths with information about services for veterans, and the Sarasota Military Academy Drum Line performed before Congressman Buchanan addressed the audience.

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Glen Cappetta is the owner of Sun Ride Pedicab
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  • April 24, 2012
In the Public Eye: Glen Cappetta

When Glen Cappetta decided to start his own pedicab company, he had a business model in mind, but he knew finding the perfect location would be crucial to the company's success.

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Scott Anderson and Graci McGillicuddy
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  • April 23, 2012
Community Video Archives Hall of Fame Luncheon

Community Video Archives Hall of Fame Luncheon

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  • April 23, 2012
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  • April 23, 2012
Controversial mural art painted over

The "Fast Life" mural that many believe imitates gang was painted over earlier this month.

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Sarasota County Administrator Randall Reid was hired earlier this year
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  • April 23, 2012
Sarasota County aims to help businesses

Sarasota County Administrator Randall Reid, hired earlier this year, has created a new team of employees dedicated to business and economic development.

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