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Market changes and state recommendation led to the board's decision to opt for a change to the plan. (File photo)
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 16, 2022
Town Commission approves changes to staff retirement fund

The town's contribution to the plan is expected to increase by $122,000 annually starting Oct. 1, 2023.

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A request for state funding for Main Street improvements was rejected during the most recent legislative session. (File photo)
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • September 15, 2022
Downtown improvement funds remain intact after concern of transfer

Show money of $400,000 for Main Street improvements remains with the city but is available for budgeted Downtown Improvement District expenses.

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The University of South Florida has won approval to build $39 million housing and student center on its Sarasota-Manatee campus. (Courtesy photo)
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  • Louis Llovio
  • September 15, 2022
Housing heading to USF’s Sarasota-Manatee campus

The university has won approval to build an approximately $39 million housing and student center on the campus.

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  • Jay Heater
  • September 14, 2022
East Lakewood Ranch home highlights Sotheby's first live real estate auction

Just off State Road 70 near Myakka City, the 41.9-acre ranch is expected to soar high above its current $2.01 million bid.

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A stolen weapon, powder cocaine and crack cocaine were among items seized by Sarasota police in a drug raid last Friday. (Courtesy Sarasota Police Department)
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • September 14, 2022
Sarasota police arrest three in drug bust

SPD executed a search warrant following an overdose death and months of undercover drug buys.

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Planning, Zoning and Building Director Allen Parsons said it would be relatively easy to add smoking to signs already indicating appropriate beach behaviors. (Photo by Eric Garwood)
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 14, 2022
Town takes next step with initial approval of beach smoking ban

The second reading and adoption by the Longboat Key Town Commission is scheduled for Oct. 3.

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A rendering of Aventon Sarasota, which will likely face legal challenges from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. (Courtesy image)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • September 14, 2022
Animosity takes off over approved apartments near SRQ

SRQ President Rick Piccolo disputes the subtext of a comment to Jack Collins Jr. about the airport's fight against a multifamily community at the former Sarasota Kennel Club.

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Rep. Sam Graves and Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge converse before their flight. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • September 14, 2022
US transportation committee member gets overview of Manatee roadways

Manatee County officials hope U.S. Rep. Sam Graves, who is on the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, sees the need for federal funds to expand Fort Hamer Bridge.

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Myakka City's Station 11 will be torn down once a new station is built on the same lot. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • September 13, 2022
New fire station construction in Myakka City delayed

A tight budget leads East Manatee Fire Rescue commissioners to slow down construction on the station.

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The home offers nearly 8,500 square feet and was designed by architect Thorning Little and built in 2010 by Bruce Saba. The home includes four bedrooms, four bathrooms and two half baths. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • September 13, 2022
Harbor Acres home sells for $15.5 million

The 1.5-acre property on Vista Drive fronts Sarasota Bay.

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The starting salary for teachers has increased to $55,177. (File photo)
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • September 13, 2022
School District of Manatee County increases teacher pay

The starting salary for a Manatee County teacher will be $55,177, up from $52,910.

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(Photo by Lauren Tronstad)
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 13, 2022
Longboat Key Town Center construction proceeds into phase two

The majority of work in the stage is expected to be complete by the middle of 2023.

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Howard Tipton will start as Town Manager Jan. 30. (Photo by Lauren Tronstad)
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 12, 2022
It's a deal: Longboat Key appoints Howard Tipton as new town manager

The Longboat Key Town Commission approved the contract with Tipton on Monday. Tom Harmer's contract is extended.

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  • Observer Staff
  • September 12, 2022
Selby Gardens nets $2.5 million gift from late benefactor

Evelyn Mink contributed nearly 5,000 hours of volunteer service to Selby Gardens, and she made a final contribution of $2.5 million in an estate gift.

  • Sarasota
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  • Observer Staff
  • September 12, 2022
WUSF, Barancik Foundation roll out collaborative news operation

The Sarasota-based team will provide content on a variety of topics to media organizations in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties.

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