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Some Laurel Park residents are concerned with large development that can be built on lots just outside the community’s boundaries on Ringling Boulevard.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 29, 2012
Laurel Park residents divided

Some Laurel Park residents want more input on nearby future development, while others believe the extra input would deter future development.

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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 29, 2012
Downtown attracts new clothing store

A J.McLaughlin clothing store is opening next to Eileen Fischer this summer on Main Street.

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Some of the 214 real-estate parcels owned by the city include Bayfront Park and its mooring field and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 29, 2012
City debates real-estate parcels

A total of 214 city-owned parcels are being scrutinized by city staff in an attempt to see what properties should be put on the market or consolidated during tough economic times.

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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 29, 2012
Crime Stoppers sign approved

Sarasota city commissioners overturned a Planning Board decision last week and approved a new digital blinking sign on Ringling Boulevard for Crime Stoppers.

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Spring breakers enjoy a game of volleyball Friday, March 23, on Siesta Key Beach.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 29, 2012
Siesta Key's Spring Breakdown

After Siesta Key Beach and the area have received numerous accolades this past year, spring break numbers show an increase in activity.

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  • By Rod Thomson
  • March 29, 2012
Friction-free foundations

How do Florida's two largest community foundations co-exist in the same community? Pretty well - now.

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  • March 29, 2012
News Briefs

Sarasota County Area Transit director resigns

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The rehabilitation project for the north Siesta Key bridge will start in June.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 29, 2012
Bridge sewer force-main pipe construction to begin

Construction is expected to be completed in time for the start of the bridge rehabilitation project.

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Jeffrey Weisman practices fine arts photography and serves on the board of directors of Art Center Sarasota.
  • By Jeffrey Weisman
  • March 29, 2012
My View: Spring Cleaning

Today's column will "clean up" some things I've been thinking about. I welcome your comments, whether pro or con.

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  • Observer Staff
  • March 29, 2012
Letters to the Editor

I heart Siesta Key; Arts climate drifting toward censorship

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Read this week's Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • March 29, 2012
Cops Corner: Pelican Press

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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Beach Road drainage improvements have been delayed until July.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 29, 2012
Beach Road stormwater project delayed again

A stormwater drainage project that's been in the planning stages since 2005 and was supposed to start after Easter has been delayed again.

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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 29, 2012
Siesta Village crosswalk lighting price tag rises

The number of Siesta Village crosswalks to receive lighted bollards will most likely be reduced in half because of construction costs.

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Beach access pavements between Siesta Key Public Beach and Gulf & Bay Club were approved in this location Tuesday.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 29, 2012
Gulf & Bay Club receives access modifications

Gulf & Bay Club Condominium Association Inc. and Sarasota County has agreed to easement modifications that moves Siesta Public Beach parking further away from condominium property.

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Mary Jane and Stan Antrim
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • March 28, 2012
2nd Annual 'One World' International Award Dinner

2nd Annual 'One World' International Award Dinner

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