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  • Suzanne Elliott
  • January 8, 2019
Colony plan faces key dates next week

Third time could be a charm for Colony developer

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • January 8, 2019
Longboat Red Kettle drive hits top spot again

The club and other volunteers raised $19,508.47 at the Longboat Key Publix during the 2018 holiday season.

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  • Samantha Chaney
  • January 7, 2019
Sarasota Film Festival extends registration for first ever collaborative student film contest

Local students have been provided more time to register for Sarasota County School’s first ever Student PSA Film Contest.

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Parking is often at a premium at Siesta Key's popular beach.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • January 7, 2019
County to hold workshop on parking and congestion on Siesta Key

In an effort to tackle the well-known issue plaguing Siesta Key locals and tourists alike, Sarasota County officials have scheduled a public workshop and forum to address parking.

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The city asked Pamela Nadalini to submit her resignation by Jan. 15, though she could remain on paid leave through April.
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  • David Conway
  • January 7, 2019
City asks auditor and clerk to resign

If City Auditor and Clerk Pamela Nadalini does not comply with the request by next week, the city will terminate the charter official following misconduct allegations.

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  • Katie Johns
  • January 7, 2019
Longboat Key Fire Rescue to host CPR workshops

The workshops will be held at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Jan. 23, Feb. 22 and March 15 at Town Hall, 501 Bay Isles Road.

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  • Samantha Chaney
  • January 7, 2019
Police report progress in investigating shots fired at Sarasota paramedics

Local paramedics were inside of their ambulance when shots were directed at their vehicle by an unknown person.

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Information on voter registration is available at both the Sarasota Supervisor of Elections office and the Manatee County Supervisor of Elections office.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • January 7, 2019
Registration deadline set for Longboat election

To vote in the March election, voters who are not registered must do so by Feb. 11.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 4, 2019
Lakewood Ranch celebrates 25 years

Lakewood Ranch Community Fund benefits from monthly concert event.

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    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • January 4, 2019
Sarasota County awarded for pursuits in sustainability

The County of Sarasota has again been recognized for maintaining a steady course towards sustainability and effective material management.

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The results of the survey could inform the future decisions of city officials.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 4, 2019
City launches community survey

The city of Sarasota is asking residents and visitors to share their thoughts on key issues.

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This rendering of Waterside Place shows why Lakewood Ranch should continue to be one of the top selling master-planned communities in the U.S. for years to come.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • January 3, 2019
Lakewood Ranch finishes 2018 as No. 2-selling master-planned community in U.S.

Lakewood Ranch finishes 2018 as No. 2-selling master-planned community in U.S.

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Since he joined the city in 2017, Steve Cover has been preparing to undertake a comprehensive transportation study to assist with long-term planning.
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  • David Conway
  • January 3, 2019
People to watch 2019: Steve Cover

The city’s planning director will lead significant discussions about traffic, zoning and more.

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Parking meters are already installed on St. Armands Circle. Up next: downtown.
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  • David Conway
  • January 3, 2019
Issues to watch 2019: Parking

Paid parking is coming to St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota this year. Could Siesta Key be next?

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Mote Marine Laboratory's plans for a new aquarium are relying on a significant financial contribution from Sarasota County.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 3, 2019
Issues to watch 2019: Mote aquarium

Mote Marine Laboratory is moving aggressively in pursuit of a new aquarium. Will it reach its ambitious goals for the new year?

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