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David Lough said Rosemary District residents want a centrally located park that would serve as many people
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 20, 2019
Rosemary residents share park vision

The Rosemary District Association is lobbying the city to purchase land to convert into a park for the rapidly growing neighborhood.

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The pedal tours are already permitted on Siesta Key and have the support of some downtown businesses. Photo courtesy Sip-N-Cycle Cruises.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 20, 2019
City explores pedal pub regulations

The city will consider an ordinance permitting pedal tours to operate downtown, though some officials have questions.

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    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • June 19, 2019
Three Sarasota teens killed in Ringling Causeway crash, police say

Victims were two brothers, 19 and 17 years of age, and a 15-year-old girl.

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The intersection between U.S. 41 and Gulfstream in Sarasota is frequently a point of contention.
    By
  • Sten Spinella
  • June 19, 2019
Longboat Key and Sarasota leaders hold joint session, talk transportation

Roundabouts figured prominently into the discussion between the municipalities.

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Commissioners also considered the idea of downpayment assistance for residents in need of financial aid.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • June 19, 2019
County to organize workshop on affordable housing

To be scheduled in August or September, commissioners aim to take action on affordable housing by hosting an expert-led workshop.

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This conceptual image shows the initial vision for building out the bayfront under the city's adopted master plan.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 19, 2019
The Bay receives $2 million donation

The anonymous gift will go toward establishing the first phase of a bayfront park project.

  • Sarasota
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Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch member Sybil Porter and eight fellow Rotarians bagged 5,184 meals for the Sack Summer Hunger program at The Food Bank of Manatee May 21. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 19, 2019
Funds needed for summer hunger program in Manatee County

Meals on Wheels PLUS short $40,000 in its quest to provide meals for children in need.

  • East County
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Andy Lee loves Smokey Bear. The mural outside Florida Forest Service Myakka River District's office on State Road 70 currently is modified to showcase Smokey Bear's 75th anniversary.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 19, 2019
Smokey Bear is top of mind in Bradenton

Retired ranger wants residents to think about Smokey Bear and fire prevention.

  • East County
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Panther Ridge's Kristine Vaillancourt said two escape rooms are open and two more original rooms are on the way.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 19, 2019
EYE ON BUSINESS: Escape from the ordinary in Bradenton

Panther Ridge family strive to offer an exceptional escape room experience.

  • East County
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Giving Circle member Peggy Kronus, in blue, gives a $1,500 grant to Myakka-based Limb, Laugh and Love, represented by (left to right) Taylor and Colton Lawson, April Costello and Chris Lawson.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 18, 2019
Giving Circle doles out $20,000 in Lakewood Ranch.

Sisterhood For Good helps Sarasota, Manatee county nonprofits.

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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • June 18, 2019
Sarasota County School Board approves new cell phone policy

The policy provides different regulations for students based on their educational stage.

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Braden River High graduate Alyssa DiCarlo has published her first book ""Catatonic."
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 18, 2019
From SpongeBob to blood ... author matures in Sarasota

Local author Alyssa DiCarlo explores her love of writing and publishes her first novel.

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Commissioners specifically cited their desire to see an increased use in foot traffic as opposed to circulation use during the program. Photo by Cassidy Alexander.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • June 18, 2019
County plans to pursue pilot program for Sunday library hours

If introduced, the pilot program would introduce 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday hours at two local libraries.

  • Sarasota
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Frontier began flying out of Sarasota Bradenton International Airport last year.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 18, 2019
Frontier announces flights to Cincinnati

The seasonal route will begin in October. The carrier will also offer flights from Sarasota to Philadelphia later this year.

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Commissioners will continue their budget workshops and discussion on Wednesday, June 19.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • June 18, 2019
Sarasota County expects to hold the line on tax rate

Sarasota County officials reviewed budget assumptions at their June 18 budget workshop, which included their annual discussion on the millage rate.

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