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The survey will be open through the remainder of February.
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  • Brynn Mechem
  • February 13, 2020
Sarasota County seeks feedback on mental-health tax district

If approved, money from property taxes would be distributed to local organizations.

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Mary Anne Bowie, second from left, thinks the Arlington Park neighborhood can help lead a push for effective affordable housing solutions in Sarasota. File photo.
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  • David Conway
  • February 13, 2020
Residents, activists to discuss housing strategies

The Jericho Project and the Arlington Park Neighborhood Association are hosting an event to identify actions that could help create a more affordable housing supply.

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Ringling College of Art and Design is crafting new growth strategies to accommodate a larger student body with evolving needs.
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  • David Conway
  • February 13, 2020
Ringling College continues to plan for growth

The art school is working with the city and its neighbors as it plots expansion to the northwest.

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Sarasota Farmers Market Executive Director Phil Pagano says a shortage of bathrooms is one of the biggest problems the event faces.
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  • David Conway
  • February 13, 2020
Sarasota Farmers Market lobbies for bathrooms

The Sarasota Farmers Market wants permanent bathrooms downtown for visitors to use, but city staff isn’t enthusiastic about the initial options.

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Troopers run through drills in preparation for Thursday's funeral service for Trooper Joseph Bullock at Bayside Community Church in Lakewood Ranch. The public is encouraged to attend the 11 a.m. service.
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  • Jay Heater
  • February 12, 2020
Public encouraged to attend funeral of fallen state trooper on Thursday in Lakewood Ranch

Bayside Community Church of Lakewood Ranch hosts funeral service for Trooper Joseph Bullock on Thursday.

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Women’s Club of Cascades of Sarasota officers are Betty Vogel, Grace Beezie, Ann King, Sandy Collins, Susan Hetzler, Marianne Salotto, Sue Gates, Jane Faix and Linda Ahern. Photo by Cindy Salomone.
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 12, 2020
CLUB NEWS: Cascades Women’s Club installs officers

Art in the Park celebrates 20 years

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See It, Say It, Send It creator Kevin Angell stands in the app's new Sarasota office Jan.16.
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  • Brendan Lavell
  • February 12, 2020
Sarasota-based security app offers free training to houses of worship

Founder Kevin Angell believes See It, Say It, Send It, which is free to the public, can provide an extra layer of security at religious services.

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Volunteer reserve officer Kumiko Carter recently joined the Longboat Key Police Department. She thinks her role will entail anything from public relations to crime solving to community policing.
    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • February 12, 2020
Newest reserve police officer has decades of experience

Kumiko Carter headed to the police academy at age 18 and served more than 25 years with Manatee Sheriff's Office.

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  • Nat Kaemmerer
  • February 12, 2020
Scallopalooza sold out

Despite a larger venue for 2020, the Sarasota Bay Watch event has sold out.

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Laura Campbell, principal at Tara Elementary School, works with Averyanna Rivera on constructing a tower during STEAM class. Much like these towers, Tara Elementary will undergo construction during a renovation of the school.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • February 12, 2020
School Board of Manatee County considers revising capital plan

School Board of Manatee County considers reworking capital plan

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An architectural drawing of the proposed Station 92 building. (Image courtesy Sweet Sparkman Architects)
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  • Eric Garwood
  • February 12, 2020
Work begins soon on Longboat's fire stations

Projects to renovate one fire house, replace another expected to begin in May.

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Dr. Rene Salazar reviews his findings during School Advisory Council meeting at Gene Witt Elementary School.
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  • Liz Ramos
  • February 12, 2020
Expert finds no mold threat at Gene Witt

Expert finds no mold threat at Gene Witt

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Gates Creek resident Brittany Lush says water from this stormwater pond has flooded into her family's property, pictured in the background, during heavy storm events.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 12, 2020
Project ignites flooding concerns in Bradenton

Rerouting Gates Creek for a proposed Lakewood Ranch area car lot has neighbors worried.

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The Rev. Chip Bennett, pastor of Grace Community Church, says the new church building is designed to foster a sense of community despite its size. It will accommodate up to 1,000 people per service when completed.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 12, 2020
Lakewood Ranch church hopes to shine in Corporate Park

The 43,000-square-foot facility is expected to open August 2020.

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Abby Simpson delivers 61 goodie bags at the East Manatee Fire Rescue. Courtesy photo.
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  • Liz Ramos
  • February 12, 2020
McNeal student spreads happiness to children in Lakewood Ranch

Abby's Love spread happiness to children

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