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Physical Plant is forging forward with a new lineup and a new album. (Courtesy photo)
  • By Spencer Fordin
  • September 12, 2022
New lineup, new album for band with New College roots

Physical Plant emerged from the pandemic with a new album, two new members and a resolve to keep writing new songs.

  • Arts + Culture
The vegan Gypsy roll is pictured alongside the Cucumber roll. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
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  • Ian Swaby
  • September 12, 2022
Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi set to open in Lakewood Ranch after construction delays

The highly anticipated restaurant at The Green in Lakewood Ranch was delayed by supply chain issues and worker shortages.

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Summerfield's Betsy Young and her husband, Jeff Young, can't wait for the Real Men Wear Pink Fashion Show where Jeff Young will walk the runway. (Photo by Liz Ramos)
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • September 10, 2022
Cancer awareness soars during Real Men Wear Pink fashion show in Sarasota

Male models will be strutting their stuff Sept. 24 at The Mall at UTC in Sarasota.

  • East County
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The five finalists plus a hybrid version of designs for a new city seal. Designs were submitted by Cynthia Clasgens (1), Rachel Ewing (2), Bill Greaves (3), Sara Scire (4) and Brooks Tracey (5). No. 6 is a hybrid by Dream Large.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • September 9, 2022
Sarasota nears approval of seal with narrowed-down selections

Sarasota City commissioners have asked for refinements of two finalist designs for a new city seal and provided guidance for the refreshed city logo.

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CCA Executive Director Brian Gorski releases some of the trout into Sarasota Bay. (Photo by Lesley Dwyer)
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  • Lesley Dwyer
  • September 9, 2022
15,000 spotted sea trout released into Sarasota Bay

Trout spawn three to four times a year. Even if only 1% survive, the bay will benefit.

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The home covers 6,512 square feet across three floors. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • September 9, 2022
Siesta Key home auction set for Sept. 24

With no reserve, the property will go to the highest bidder. The Midnight Pass Road home is on the market for $7.9 million.

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The body of an unknown adult male was found floating near Bayfront Drive Thursday evening. (File photo)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • September 9, 2022
Sarasota police investigating death of man found in the bay

The body of an unidentified adult male was found floating near Bayfront Drive. Police do not expect foul play.

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Commissioner George Kruse and Commissioner Vanessa Baugh supported a decrease in millage. (File photo)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • September 8, 2022
Manatee County Commissioners set plans for additional decrease in millage

Manatee County's millage rate has been reduced by .30 mill for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.

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Commissioner Vanessa Baugh wants Manatee County to begin creating workforce housing through land trusts as soon as possible. (File photo)
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 8, 2022
Florida Housing Coalition seminar provides key workforce housing tips

Manatee County commissioners could identify some land trust possibilities by late this year.

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The 25-acre Sarasota Kennel Club has been abandoned since it closed in late 2019. (File photo)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • September 8, 2022
SRQ Airport Authority confirms lawsuit approved to stop apartments at dog track site

The Sarasota Bradenton Airport Authority has voted to pursue legal action against the city of Sarasota over apartments near the runway.

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Commissioners green-lit Raleigh, North Carolina-based Aventon Cos. plans for Aventon Sarasota on the 25-acre property across University Parkway from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. (Courtesy image)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • September 8, 2022
SRQ to challenge city's approval of apartments at former kennel club

The Sarasota Bradenton Airport Authority suggests legal action may ensue to block Aventon Sarasota, a 372-unit multifamily complex beneath its noise contour.

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Police cordoned off City Hall on Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Andrew Warfield)
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • September 7, 2022
Suspiciously packaged poster prompted City Hall alert

The Sarasota evacuation angst was heightened by a return address that appeared to be connected to a California gun range.

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The Dorothy Day is heading to New York to enter service. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • September 7, 2022
Staten Island Ferry passes Sarasota on its way to New York

A ferry boat on a 14-day journey from Port St. Joe cruised through the Gulf of Mexico on the way to the Big Apple.

  • Sarasota
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A rendering depicts the new Tax Collector's Office planned for Lakewood Ranch. (Courtesy rendering)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • September 7, 2022
New tax collector’s office planned for Lakewood Ranch

The bigger office will have 45 service stations as compared to the current seven in Lakewood Ranch.

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Sarasota city commissioners hope an impending ban on smoking on city beaches will result in far fewer beach butts. A separate ordinance will also ban smoking in city parks. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • September 6, 2022
City Commission initially approves smoking ban on parks and beaches

One hearing and vote remain before smoking bans can take affect. Establishing designated smoking areas will be considered.

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