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The Sarasota Orchestra's initial proposal, envisioned in this rendering, called for the use of seven acres in Payne Park. Some officials now think the project could be done using a smaller segment of the park.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 29, 2019
City makes overture to keep Sarasota Orchestra

City officials want to re-engage the orchestra to keep the arts organization in the city — which could mean reconsidering the use of land in Payne Park.

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The arc-shapred pier and other features were adjusted in the latest version of Phase 1.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 29, 2019
The Bay Sarasota updates Phase 1 proposal

The bayfront planning group said public input contributed to a revised design concept for a forthcoming public park project.

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University Park Recreation District Supervisor Michael Smith outlines details of the settlement to a crowd of more than 100 people Aug. 28.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 28, 2019
University Park Recreation District signs settlement agreement

Richard Garrett says he feels homeowners are adequately protected and he will dismiss his case against the UPRD.

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The Shore in Longbeach Village has posted signs announcing the beginning of staff training. The parking lot still requires work as do other finishing details. Photos by Sten Spinella.
    By
  • Sten Spinella
  • August 28, 2019
The Shore restaurant trains staff, inches toward opening

The establishment gained a temporary certificate of occupancy to conduct personnel activity.

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Rain clouds began rolling in the morning of Aug. 28. By Nat Kaemmerer.
  • By Nathalie Kaemmerer and Sten Spinella
  • August 28, 2019
Longboat residents, leaders prepare for Dorian's gray weekend

Remain informed about storm's progress in Atlantic, fire chief and town manager say.

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  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 28, 2019
Bugs squish fun into toddler playtime in Lakewood Ranch

Risen Savior Lutheran Church Mornings with Mommy event full of creepy crawlies.

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The home in question. Photo by Sten Spinella.
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  • Sten Spinella
  • August 28, 2019
Gulf of Mexico Drive home turns heads on Longboat Key

Architect Jerry Sparkman's "Boathouse II," on the north end of Longboat Key, takes a different approach.

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Braden River High School senior Jacob Sowards, 17, left, helps senior Ryan Stroup, 17, with a design for Captain's Cargo social media.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • August 28, 2019
Marketing students pick the right cargo

Braden River High School students see record-breaking sales with Captain's Cargo

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The Selby Gardens master plan, depicted in this rendering, has drawn criticism for elements proposed on the east side of the site. Marie Selby's relatives praised the preservation of gardens and bayfront access to the west.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 28, 2019
Marie Selby’s relatives endorse garden master plan

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens announced eight of Selby’s great-nephews and great-nieces support a controversial plan to redesign the campus on Sarasota's bayfront.

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The cast and crew of Lakewood Ranch High School's "Adventures of a Comic Book Artist" take photos to commemorate their trip to Scotland for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • August 28, 2019
Students take their act to the Fringe

Lakewood Ranch High School drama students perform at Edinburgh Festival Fringe

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Manatee County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh, standing at Lena Road, where it terminates heading north from State Road 64, hopes the county can speed up plans for its construction. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 28, 2019
Manatee County takes road project detour on 44th Avenue extension

Manatee County delay Delay on 44th Avenue East extension may mean more dollars for East County transportation projects, commissioner hopes.

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Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club Director of Agronomy took this photo of Hole No. 2 at the Cypress Links course. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 28, 2019
Lakewood Ranch area fairways have soggy summer

Heavy summer rains dampen play at Manatee County golf courses.

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Mote Ranch's Frank English talks about nature with Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast President Christine Johnson before the start of the Aug. 14 community workshop at the Courtyard by Marriott at University Town Center.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 28, 2019
Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast plans new vision

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast plans new vision, Alexander Cherp murderer convicted

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K-9 Ron and his handler Deputy Jerod Wolfe ready to board the helicopter. Ron appears eager for the ride.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 28, 2019
Manatee Sheriff's Office finds new way to hound suspects

Sheriff's Office K-9 helicopter rides to improve East County response times in Manatee County

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Lakewood Ranch's Jennifer Tracy has put together a nonprofit aimed at helping those with thoughts of suicide or suffering from PTSD.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • August 28, 2019
Lakewood Ranch woman founds a nonprofit which aims to help those who contemplate suicide

Lakewood Ranch woman founds a nonprofit which aims to help those who contemplate suicide

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