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The prospective owner of the Gulf Beach Motel property intends to repurpose the sign in a future condominium development.
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  • July 15, 2020
City OKs Lido motel demolition

The city’s Historic Preservation Board approved plans to knock down the Gulf Beach Motel despite objections from some residents.

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The roundabout at Rye Road/White Eagle Boulevard and State Road 64 is the first of three roundabouts planned for the S.R. 64 corridor.
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  • July 15, 2020
More S.R. 64 construction begins in Lakewood Ranch area

FDOT gears up for second roundabout on S.R. 64.

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Lakewood Ranch resident Patrick McCarthy, owner of a new Lakewood Ranch 3Natives franchise, hopes the area will enjoy 3Natives offerings as much as his family does.
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  • July 15, 2020
EYE ON BUSINESS:Juiced for success in Lakewood Ranch

3Natives franchise opens Lakewood Ranch location.

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  • July 15, 2020
Sarasota School Board District 3: Tom Edwards

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Sarasota School Board District 3: Eric Robinson

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Donna and Robert Masters enjoy their hobby of raising butterflies while being able to help the environment.
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  • July 15, 2020
Grace takes flight in Bradenton due to 'Butterfly Lady'

Bradenton's "Butterfly Lady" brings beauty to the Sabal Harbour neighborhood.

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