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Paid parking began in the garage on March 13.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 26, 2019
St. Armands leaders monitor paid parking

More than a month into the implementation of paid parking on St. Armands Circle, city officials continue to report positive trends.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 24, 2019
Manatee County man dies in I-75 crash

Manatee County man dies in I-75 crash near State Road 64 exit.

  • East County
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Robyn Rocklein headlines the Sarasota Festival of the Vocal Arts performances at Palm Aire Country Club.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 22, 2019
'Cavalleria Rusticana' will stir emotions in Sarasota

Sarasota Festival of the Vocal Arts comes to Palm Aire Country Club.

  • East County
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Sue Ann Iannello and her husband, Frank, carry out one of her paintings from J&J Gallery, which closed.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 22, 2019
Main Street's J&J Gallery closes in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch's only art gallery couldn't survive with its unique business model.

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Fire Station #13 is located on Siesta key and will be rebuilt as a two-story building.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • March 21, 2019
Sarasota County Fire Department progresses with plans to rebuild stations

Three stations in Siesta Key and Sarasota are next in line for upgrades.

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Residents and historic preservation advocates have expressed dismay about the state of the Burns Court building, but the city said no protections are in place for the 1926 structure.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 21, 2019
Burns Court project raises preservation concerns

Critics are worried about significant renovations to a building in a historic district, but city officials say they’re working to strengthen regulations.

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Residents living near Selby Gardens have begun posting yard signs showcasing their opposition to proposed renovations.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 21, 2019
Residents show split on Selby Gardens plans

Although many living around the botanical garden remain active opponents of a proposed campus renovation, some residents are more open to the idea.

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The Bay Conservancy Group formed to partner with the city on the long-term management of the bayfront, but some officials and residents are cautious about moving too fast toward an initial agreement.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 21, 2019
City extends consideration of bayfront partnership

Bayfront planners want to move quickly in pursuit of a partnership with the city. Critics are asking: What's the rush?

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 20, 2019
Church supper supports 'all God's children'

Pasta with Purpose benefits Lakewood Ranch preschool.

  • East County
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Alliance Board Chair Heather Williams presents Board Emeritus Awards to David Fink, Lou Marinaccio and Rex Jensen.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 20, 2019
SMR CEO/president urges Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance to support brain study

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch CEO-President Rex Jensen urges Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance members to raise funds for new brain study.

  • East County
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 20, 2019
New rental type in Lakewood Ranch?

Developer proposes changes that would allow single family home rental properties.

  • East County
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Landon Marazon has returned to baseball after a severe utility vehicle accident a year ago.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 20, 2019
After severe accident, 10-year-old back playing baseball again with Lakewood Ranch Little League

Myakka City's Landon Marazon thrives with Lakewood Ranch Little League using a specially-made glove by Wilson Sporting Goods.

  • East County
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Manatee County Emergency Services Paramedics Andrew Garcia and Paul Lauffer pose with District Chief Mark Laraway at the future EMS station, formerly home to the American Red Cross.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 20, 2019
New Manatee County EMS facility nears completion

Former Red Cross building is being retrofitted and will help EMS provide better coverage in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
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McCarver and Moser has been on St. Armands Circle for 40 years.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • March 20, 2019
McCarver & Moser to close St. Armands location in April

Jeweler will consolidate in location downtown after 40 years of business on the Circle.

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Contractors began work on the roundabout at Rye Road/White Eagle Boulevard in October 2018. Crews are staging at the northern end of White Eagle, which currently is a dead end.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 20, 2019
S.R. 64 roundabout project may speed up in Manatee County

County-state partnership could speed up longterm safety improvement at Pope Road-GreyHawk Boulevard.

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