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Suncoast Aquatic Nature Center Associates, the nonprofit that runs Nathan Benderson Park, has made modifications to access but is keeping the park open.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 3, 2020
Sarasota park remains open during pandemic

Nathan Benderson Park officials will keep the park open but ask public to practice social distancing.

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Five trailers were stolen from a Bradenton RV lot.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • April 2, 2020
Thieves camp out at Bradenton RV lot, steal five trailers

Bradenton RV lot hit with theft of five trailers.

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East County, including Jiggs Landing, could be under a curfew beginning Friday.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • April 2, 2020
Manatee County could set curfew Friday

Manatee County commissioners will consider setting a curfew on Friday.

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  • Brynn Mechem
  • April 2, 2020
Closed Sarasota beaches attract shorebirds weeks ahead of schedule

Local official says shorebirds could see a more successful season as a result of beach closures.

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The Longboat Key Town Commission met on March 23. It will be the last in-person meeting the commission has for the foreseeable future because of the coronavirus pandemic.
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • April 2, 2020
How to watch, participate in Monday’s virtual Longboat Key Town Commission meeting

The Longboat Key Town Commission is meeting electronically to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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About 20 or so people attended the Longboat Key Statutory Meeting on Monday, March 23. Town staff did its best to space out the chairs to practice appropriate social distancing amid concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • April 2, 2020
Longboat Key cancels Goals and Objectives meeting, others in April

There are still plans to hold April's Longboat Key Town Commission meeting electronically.

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The town's Linley Street boat ramp was closed at the same time Manatee County closed its county-operated ramps.
    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • April 2, 2020
Linley Street boat ramp shut down

Commercial fishermen can use the boat ramp on Coquina Beach, the town announced.

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    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • April 2, 2020
Longboat Key looks ahead to beach plan implementation

The town is still figuring out "pre-construction related services" and how much to spend of the $34.5 million available.

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Activity on St. Armands Circle has significantly slowed during what would typically be the height of season, a cause for great concern among merchants in the area.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 2, 2020
Merchants seek assistance during business slowdown

With rent and other expenses still looming during a public health emergency, storeowners and commercial landlords are exploring new arrangements.

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Sarasota Memorial Hospital has 28 COVID-19 patients currently hospitalized.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 1, 2020
Two more COVID-19 patients die at Sarasota Memorial Hospital

The hospital is implementing new safety protocols in hopes of limiting the spread of the disease within the facility.

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  • Mark Bergin
  • April 1, 2020
Manatee County Sheriff's Office warns of coronavirus phone scams

Many Americans are expected to receive government stimulus payments in the next three weeks.

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A group assembled near sunset Tuesday at Indian Beach Park. The city has prohibited social gatherings of more than 10 people, but some officials think further regulations are necessary to limit the spread of COVID-19.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 1, 2020
Statewide shutdown brings end to Sarasota stay-at-home debate

Local officials have expressed different perspectives on what measures are appropriate to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the community.

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    By
  • Mark Bergin
  • April 1, 2020
Governor issues 30-day stay-at-home order

The executive order will last at least 30 days.

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Five-year-old Liam O'Dell, with his mother, Angie O'Dell, says he felt like he was "in the woods" the first time he hunted outside for teddy bears. Angie O'Dell said it's a fun way to help distract him from playing with friends.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 1, 2020
Bear necessities create sense of community in Manatee County

Teddy bears add fun for neighborhood children in River Place.

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Tara Community Development District Supervisor Darby Conner said not all residents were pleased the CDD closed amenities, but the CDD was encouraged to do so by its insurance company.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 1, 2020
Some pool closures cause frustration in Manatee County

Some residents irked with HOAs' decisions to shut down neighborhood amenities.

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