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James Fiorica, Sarasota Memorial Hospital's chief medical officer, discusses the hospital's COVID-19 response at a press conference Tuesday, March 3.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 3, 2020
Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Buchanan discuss coronavirus response

Hospital officials hope state and national protocols will be adjusted to allow for more COVID-19 testing, a cause U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan says he will support.

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Traffic barrels restricting turns off Gulfstream Avenue at U.S. 41 have been removed.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • March 3, 2020
FDOT pledges to wait until after 2021 season to redirect traffic

Roundabout work at U.S. 41 and Gulfstream won't start until after 10th, 14th, and Fruitville projects are finished, official says.

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Manatee County Public Safety Director Jake Saur says the threat of coronavirus in Manatee County is still low. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 3, 2020
Manatee County public safety director: 'No need to panic' about coronavirus

Manatee County Public Safety Director Jake Saur says threat remains low and county is ready to assist the Florida Department of Health.

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The bow-bearer knob-lizard was discovered in 1911 and is a contender for largest mosasaur ever found.
    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • March 2, 2020
Mote travels back in time with new exhibit

Savage Ancient Seas will be open through May 31.

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Doctors Hospital of Sarasota CEO Robert Meade and Congressman Vern Buchanan met today to discuss how the hospital is handling a "presumptive positive" case for the COVID-19 virus. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 2, 2020
Manatee County mobilizes against coronavirus threat after resident tests positive

Manatee County officials say threat remains 'low' for coronavirus spread.

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The Florida Department of Health is coordinating emergency response to coronavirus statewide.
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  • David Conway
  • March 2, 2020
Coronavirus patient being treated at Doctors Hospital

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency in response to two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Manatee County and Hillsborough County residents. One case is being treated in Sarasota.

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Harvard University president Lawrence Bacow (second from left) and his wife, Adele Bacow (far left), receive a tour of Booker High School on Wednesday afternoon.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • March 2, 2020
Harvard president visits Booker High, speaks to students

Harvard University president Lawrence Bacow was impressed with Booker High School's students and resources.

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Izzy Parsons of Ten Oaks, Kylie Sheehan of Avalon Farms and Eliza Jacobellis charge in front of the pack.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 1, 2020
Women's polo draws thousands to Sarasota Polo Club

Sarasota Women's Challenge brings thousands to the Sarasota Polo Club.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 1, 2020
Reel fun in Lakewood Ranch

Youth Fishing Tournament in Lakewood Ranch draws 75 kids.

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An unidentified driver died in a one-car accident on I-75 in Manatee County.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 1, 2020
Single car accident on I-75 leads to death in Manatee County

Manatee County accident on I-75 leads to death of the driver.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 29, 2020
Lakewood Ranch revved up for exotic cars

The Ferrari Drivers Group of Sarasota hosted its annual Exotic Car Festival

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Sean Allison led the Manatee County YMCA for 15 years. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 28, 2020
Sean Allison resigns as Manatee County YMCA's CEO

The Manatee County YMCA has begun its process for finding his replacement.

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A Jeni's employee adds a scoop of dairy-free chocolate ice cream to a cone. Jeni's expects to open a location in Sarasota this summer. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 28, 2020
Ice cream shop comes to University Town Center in Sarasota

Artisan ice cream maker Jeni's should open this summer in Sarasota.

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Traffic cones that have blocked one of three turn lanes along Gulfstream Avenue are expected to be removed on Tuesday.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • February 28, 2020
Changes coming next week to traffic on Fruitville, Gulfstream and U.S. 41

Turn lane expected to reopen Tuesday as roundabout project enters new phase.

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Road closures in Sarasota and Longboat Key are expected be in effect for two hour-long periods Friday.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 27, 2020
Road closures accompany Pence’s appearance on Longboat Key

As Vice President Mike Pence travels to and from a fundraiser appearance alongside U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, the Secret Service will close streets Friday afternoon and evening.

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