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Charlie Mopps says he looks forward to continuing work that aligns with his background and passion in coastal engineering and coastal projects as the town frequently works on projects on the island’s beaches. (File photo)
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 16, 2022
Longboat program manager returns for coastal projects, town staff

Charlie Mopps returned to the Public Works Department on Aug. 10 after seven months as Venice's public works director.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 15, 2022
Sarasota County Schools sets clear bag policy for athletic events

Small purses are allowed, along with transparent larger carrying bags.

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Plans are underway to expand SMH-Venice. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • August 15, 2022
New 100-bed hospital in North Port to relieve pressure at SMH-Sarasota

Sarasota Memorial Health Care is planning a new hospital in south county. Paired with SMH-Venice, they will serve the fast-growing communities and relieve pressure on SMH-Sarasota.

  • Sarasota
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Joe Di Bartolomeo
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  • Jay Heater
  • August 15, 2022
Tara CDD, Seat 1: Joe Di Bartolomeo

Meet the candidate.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jay Heater
  • August 14, 2022
Sofia's opens as Mediterranean-themed restaurant in Lakewood Ranch

Invitation-only event Aug. 13 preps Chef Angelo DiFiore's business for Aug. 16 opening to general public.

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Derek Nelson, franchise owner with AR Homes Sarasota/Nelson Homes, says that requests for multigenerational homes are becoming more prevalent. (Photo by Lori Sax)
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  • Mark Gordon
  • August 14, 2022
Communities focus on building homes for multigenerational living

Lakewood Ranch is at the heart of a nationwide trend of multiple generations living in one home.

  • East County
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Siesta Key beach was among those that had been under a no-swim advisory. (Eric Garwood)
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • August 13, 2022
Sarasota-area beaches again cleared for swimming

Bacteria levels return to acceptable concentrations at Siesta Key and Lido Key beaches.

  • Sarasota
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(Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Su Byron
  • August 13, 2022
How to spend a day in Lakewood Ranch's Waterside Place

The new 36-acre lakefront town center in east Sarasota County offers plenty to explore, discover — and taste.

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(File photo)
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 13, 2022
Longboat advances green initiatives to improve, sustain environment

The town's green initiatives include monitoring and improving water quality, increasing multimodal options and optimizing energy consumption.

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City and FDOT officials are negotiating an agreement to place public art in roundabouts along Tamiami Trail, delaying recommendations for this roundabout at U.S. 41 and Fruitville Road. (File photo)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • August 12, 2022
Roundabout art projects delayed as state agreement remains unfinished

Ready to send three artist finalists to the Sarasota City Commission for a sculpture at the Gulfstream Avenue roundabout, the Public Art Committee hits another roadblock.

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 12, 2022
Manatee, Sarasota early-voting sites open Saturday

The sites will operate daily through Aug. 20 in Manatee County and through Aug. 21 in Sarasota County.

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Part of the Old Florida style at Linger Lodge Restaurant is the taxidermy. (Photo by Liz Ramos)
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • August 12, 2022
Old Florida charm back in business at Bradenton's Linger Lodge

Owner Rita Lewis says the restaurant reopening feels like a homecoming on Braden River.

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Origin has additional locations in Southside Village, UTC and Palmer Ranch. (File photo)
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • August 12, 2022
New restaurants offering pizza, coffee and more open in Sarasota, Waterside Place

Four of the Sarasota area's newest places to grab a bite are now ready for you.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Save Our Seabirds no longer charges admission fees. (Photo by Lesley Dwyer)
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • August 12, 2022
Save Our Seabirds boosts visitors, donations by stopping admission fees

CEO Aaron Virgin plans to revitalize and distinguish the City Island-based aviary center as its own attraction.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 12, 2022
Sarasota police increases traffic law enforcement, education

Protection of pedestrians and bicycles is the goal of the Sarasota Police Department's High Visibility Enforcement effort.

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