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Sarasota Hospital Board Central District, Seat 2: Joseph J. DeVirgilio Jr.

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Sarasota Hospital Board Central District, Seat 2: Bridgette Fiorucci

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Sarasota Hospital Board Northern District, Seat 2: Nick Altier

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Sarasota Hospital Board Northern District, Seat 2: Victor Rohe

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Sarasota County School Board District 4: Lauren Kurnov

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Sarasota Hospital Board Central District, Seat 2: Thomas Dart

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Commissioner James Satcher talks with County Attorney William Clague during Tuesday's meeting. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
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  • July 26, 2022
Decision delayed on allowing Manatee County employees to carry weapons in county buildings

The proposal by Commissioner James Satcher could be heard at the Aug. 9 Manatee County Commission meeting.

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  • July 26, 2022
Harbor Acres home breaks price record for region

The Sarasota bayfront property on Hillview Drive sells for $17.5 million.

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The $74.5 million improvement project at the I-75/University Parkway intersection included the use of an Acrow temporary bridge. (Photo by Ian Swaby)
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  • July 26, 2022
Population growth outpaces road improvements in Lakewood Ranch

After spending $196.2 million on East County interchange upgrades, FDOT says more might be needed.

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  • July 26, 2022
Hotel, restaurant project planned for Main Street near One Main Plaza

A new tower with 35 condos, 120 hotel rooms and a restaurant is nearing approval on Main Street and Goodrich Avenue.

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Larry Paul's "Anna Maria Island Sunset 85" will be part of the artist's show at Island Gallery West. (Courtesy Photo by Larry Paul.)
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  • July 26, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for July 28 to Aug. 3

Dance takes center stage in Sarasota this week, and there's also art, theater, music and comedy on tap at local venues.

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The project is on track for completion by the end of the year. (File photo)
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  • July 26, 2022
Underground power line construction on track for end-of-year completion

Construction is planned for completion in the fall with the remaining work to be wrapped up by the end of the year, a year earlier than initially expected.

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  • July 25, 2022
Town project manager announces retirement

James Linkogle has been working with the town of Longboat Key for 23 years.

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(Rendering courtesy of Manatee County)
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  • July 25, 2022
Land use change proposal moves forward for Lena Road property

The Manatee County Commission will decide whether to change the land use designation on its controversial East County parcel for resale.

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  • July 25, 2022
Sarasota County ranks among the top 10 in Florida for purchasing power

Fintech company Smart Asset ranks Sarasota eighth in the state for purchasing power, though the ratio of per capita income to living expenses dropped significantly since last year.

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