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Jim Harriott said staff had noted during a June budget discussion that the county would not have the approximately $7 million in extra funding it needs for the project until FY 2015.
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • September 6, 2011
Gulf Gate Library project could be moved up

In response to concerns voiced Tuesday by Sarasota County Commission Chairwoman Nora Patterson, county staff will examine ways to accelerate the construction of the new Gulf Gate Library. The project is set to start in Fiscal Year 2015.

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A Manatee County Sheriff’s Office report states the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport’s tower called in reference to a plane that was experiencing engine problems. Courtesy Photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 6, 2011
Plane makes emergency landing

A small aircraft made an emergency landing in the East County Sept. 3.

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Marilyn Kopko, 62. Courtesy Photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 6, 2011
Palm Aire woman missing since Friday

Authorities are looking for Marilyn Kopko, 62.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 6, 2011
Burglary attempted in Dollar General parking lot

A Bradenton man feared his safety after a man with a knife attempted to get in his vehicle.

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The victim, who’s name is withheld while the investigation is pending, was walking home when the suspect grabbed her from behind.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • September 6, 2011
Kidnapping attempted on Siesta Key

Police report an attempted kidnapping at 6703 Midnight Pass Road.

  • Siesta Key
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Demardre Patterson returned the opening kickoff of the second half for a touchdown, giving ODA a 28-14 lead.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 3, 2011
Out-of-Door wins season opener

The Out-of-Door Academy overcame a muffed punt and sloppy weather conditions, defeating St. Petersburg Catholic 35-21 in its season opener Sept. 2.

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Beach Access 12 closed Aug. 1 to enable Sarasota County workers to improve drainage and realign the parking spaces.
    By
  • Rachel Brown Hackney
  • September 2, 2011
Beach Access 12 re-opens on Siesta Key

Beach Access 12 on the south end of Siesta Key re-opened Friday afternoon in time for Labor Day.

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Longboat Key Town Hall is located at 501 Bay Isles Road.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • September 2, 2011
Town Hall to close for Labor Day

Town Hall will re-open Tuesday, Sept. 6.

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City Hall and its various departments will be closed Monday, Sept. 5 in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • September 2, 2011
City of Sarasota administration offices closed for Labor Day

The city of Sarasota administration offices will be closed Monday for the holiday. Trash and recycling schedules for the city are not affected.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 2, 2011
Authorities identify man in structure fire

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office has identified the body found in a structure fire Aug. 29 as that of 20-year-old Lane Austin Jordan.

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Sarasota County Sheriff Tom Knight announced Friday he was arresting three youth football coaches and a player for their actions at an Aug. 27 game.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • September 2, 2011
Sheriff makes arrests in youth football brawl

Sarasota County Sheriff Tom Knight made four arrests stemming from the youth football brawl Saturday, at Riverview High School.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 2, 2011
County offices close for Labor Day

Although Manatee County government offices will be closed Sept. 5, the county's parks and public beaches will remain open.

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Goodbye Eddie performed at Music on Main in January.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 2, 2011
Monthly concert hits Ranch Main Street

Lakewood Ranch Main Street's monthly Music on Main concert series will run from 6-9 p.m. tonight.

  • East County
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The Diva Angels motorcycle group organized the event.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 2, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Corn Hole Tournament

The Gulf Coast Diva Angels of Sarasota-Bradenton on Sept. 1 hosted a corn hole tournament at Manatee River Harley Davidson. The event, which also featured live music and food and drink, benefited Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary.

  • East County
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  • Robin Hartill
  • September 1, 2011
Town monitoring tropical disturbance

Tropical Disturbance 35 is currently traveling northwest in the Gulf of Mexico.

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