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The DID hopes to make tree lights a year-round presence on multiple downtown streets.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 9, 2020
Downtown group pushes for year-round lights

Worried about pushback from city staff, the Downtown Improvement District is working to coalesce support behind a tree-lighting project.

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En Pointe is a proposed four-story structure on the interior of Golden Gate Point with four living units and parking for eight vehicles underneath. Five street parking spots are nearby.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 9, 2020
Golden Gate Point project sparks parking concerns

Members of the downtown-adjacent neighborhood are concerned about the supply of public parking.

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    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • January 8, 2020
First Ranch Nite Wednesday brings Lakewood Ranch together

First Ranch Nite Wednesday brings Lakewood Ranch together

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The Sarasota Orchestra says it has found potentially suitable sites for a concert hall, but they're all located outside of the city limits.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 8, 2020
Despite overtures, orchestra sees no viable venue sites in city

The City Commission wants to keep the orchestra within city limits, but the arts organization says it hasn’t found a suitable home for a new concert hall there.

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Manatee County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh will head to Washington, D.C. next week to attend a signing event for a new trade deal with China. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 8, 2020
Lakewood Ranch's Vanessa Baugh invited to White House for signing of trade agreement with China

Lakewood Ranch's Vanessa Baugh invited to White House for signing of trade agreement with China

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Work is expected to begin in June.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • January 8, 2020
14 projects make up New Pass Bridge summer rehab

FDOT plans Jan. 16 event to answer questions about renovations planned for the bridge in summer 2020.

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Temple Beth Israel will host Rabbi Rifat Sonsino for its annual Scholar in Residence Weekend about the history and customs of Sephardic Judaism from Jan. 10-12.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • January 8, 2020
Temple Beth Israel to host scholar, teach about Sephardic Judaism

Rabbi Rifat Sonsino will teach about history and customs of Sephardic Jews from Jan. 10-12. Much of the event is free and open to the public.

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A rendering of Cresswind's clubhouse. The new community opened in 2019 in Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 8, 2020
Lakewood Ranch ranks No. 1 again in new home sales

Lakewood Ranch ranks No. 1 again in new home sales.

  • East County
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Two attendees learn a technique to control bleeding at a Stop the Bleed training session held by the Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department. (Photo courtesy of Longboat Key Fire Rescue Department)
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • January 8, 2020
Fire department delivers training to stop bleeding

Residents have four chances to attend the department's one-hour "Stop the Bleed" program.

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Rule, Joy, Trammell and Rubio architects of Atlanta did renderings of a new lodge and pool area at Heritage Harbour Golf Club.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 8, 2020
Bold plan rises for Heritage Harbour Golf Club in Bradenton

Heritage Harbour Golf Club of Bradenton plans lodge and villas to create stay-and-play destination.

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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • January 8, 2020
Two Sarasota County libraries to reinstate Sunday hours

Selby and Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Public Libraries will be open for limited hours on Sundays.

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The Bayfront Park Recreation Center is among the specific issues to be raised in the town's survey.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • January 8, 2020
Town survey begins with postcards next week

Opinions sought on town services, key issues facing the town.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Flynn Finner, with his wife, Barbara Finner, carries his shofar, which he blows to celebrate how God has healed him.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 8, 2020
Manatee County couple shares their story of faith

Husband's 37 years of alcoholism ends after having a dream.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch resident Alan Roth watches as consultant Frank Kalpakis of Renaissance Planning, leads a small group through a visioning session at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall in December.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 8, 2020
State works toward longterm S.R. 70 vision

Lakewood Ranch residents say state should go to appropriate lengths to plan for expected growth.

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Davis Development representative Katie Labarr said the new apartments will look similar to the neighboring Venue apartments, which also were developed by Davis Development.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 8, 2020
Developer plans apartment complex near Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

Developer plans apartment complex near Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

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