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City staff produced this concept image depicting Unconditional Surrender at its new location on the bayfront between Marina Jack and Oleary's. Commissioners said they picked this spot in part to accommodate photography.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 16, 2020
City selects new bayfront site for Unconditional Surrender

The City Commission agreed to keep the art near its current location, moving to a spot between Marina Jack and Oleary’s.

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The Longboat Key Historical Society accepted bids until Nov. 11 on the larger L-shaped cottage.
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • November 16, 2020
Talks continue on second cottage

The bidding process ended earlier this month, but the winning bidder didn't have a place to put the larger historic cottage.

  • Longboat Key
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McKenzie Hanlon said she bonded with C.J. immediately.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 14, 2020
'Superhero' dog from Southeastern Guide Dogs unleashes power in Lakewood Ranch

Greenbrook's McKenzie Hanlon says a service dog from Southeastern Guide Dogs has changed her life.

  • East County
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The Florida Department of Transportation is working to reconfigure the interchange of I-75 and State Road 70.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • November 13, 2020
Weekend construction to cause congestion at interchange of S.R. 70 and I-75

Weekend congestion expected at interchange of State Road 70 and I-75

  • East County
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Mote CEO and President Michael Crosby performs the actual groundbreaking himself.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 13, 2020
New digs for Mote Science Education Aquarium at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota

Groundbreaking ceremony held Friday morning for the $130 million Mote Science Education Aquarium at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota.

  • East County
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Engines and fire trucks had to contend with
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • November 13, 2020
High water vehicles, beach rescue vehicles used with Eta responses

More than 30 Village homes experienced flooding.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • November 13, 2020
Welcome back, Sarasota!

Here's a snapshot of some of the news you missed while you were away.

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The National Hurricane Center had issued a tropical storm warning for Sarasota and Manatee counties Wednesday morning.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 12, 2020
Eta news and updates

The latest stories on Tropical Storm Eta coverage for Sarasota and Manatee counties.

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Although portions of the parking lot and beach access at Ted Sperling Park were still underwater Thursday afternoon, the city said all major streets were reopen following Tropical Storm Eta.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 12, 2020
City, county assess Tropical Storm Eta’s effects

Although the region avoided the worst of the storm, officials responded to reports of flooding and debris Wednesday and Thursday.

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Longboat Key town commissioners appointed Debra Williams to serve on the town's Planning and Zoning Board in May 2018.
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • November 12, 2020
Longboat Key elections 2021: Five questions with Debra Williams

Debra Williams is running for the District 4 Longboat Key town commissioner seat.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • November 12, 2020
Regent Court home sells for $10.5 million

Mediterranean designed estate features 150 feet of gulf frontage.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
The School District of Manatee County has decided to reopen Friday.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • November 12, 2020
Manatee County schools reverse course on closing

After moving to e-learning for a day due to Tropical Storm Eta, the School District of Manatee County is reopening Friday.

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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • November 12, 2020
Amendment would allow legal use of fireworks

If approved, residents over the age of 18 would be able to use fireworks on July 4, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • November 12, 2020
Sarasota teachers to see pay increase

Following a state directive, the base salary for starting teachers will be $47,500 and all other teachers will see a raise.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Nat Kaemmerer and Mark Bergin
  • November 12, 2020
Village residents deal with effects of a night of flooding

Residents clean homes, plan for places to live as repairs begin.

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