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Terry Courter is the new pastor at Living Lord Lutheran Church in Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • May 4, 2018
Lakewood Ranch pastor no longer fights the call

Living Lord Lutheran has a new pastor in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
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Dukor celebrated three years with his new set of lungs on Apr. 28. April is National Donate Life Month. Courtesy photos
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • May 3, 2018
Lakewood Ranch man celebrates with every breath he takes

Lung transplant three years ago gives 70-year-old a second wind.

  • East County
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Rod Rawlings opens the show as Mark Twain.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • May 3, 2018
"Huck Finn" opens at James L. Patton Park in Lakewood Ranch

Seats available for final two shows Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m.

  • East County
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An overturned truck Thursday morning has closed a northbound ramp to Interstate 75 at University Parkway.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • May 3, 2018
Overturned truck closes ramp to I-75 at University Parkway

FHP on the scene cleaning up northbound ramp.

  • East County
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Sandy Tessler, Karen Andrews, Heather Kabobel, Teresa Larson, Kathy Nichol, Marianne Eriksson and Meg Krakowiak gathered to celebrate Dora in April.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 3, 2018
Neighbors, merchants bid farewell to Palm Avenue dog

An April party celebrated the life of Dora, whose cheery disposition has endeared her to many.

  • Sarasota
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The Bay Sarasota and Sasaki are using the above concept plan — “Bridge the Divide” — as a starting point in developing a master plan for the city-owned land, but the proposal will be adjusted to reflect public input.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 3, 2018
Bayfront group refines concept plans

A singular vision for redeveloping the bayfront near downtown is coming into focus.

  • Sarasota
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The city will discuss short-term solutions for barrier islands traffic at a Monday meeting.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 3, 2018
City to discuss barrier island traffic solutions

As officials examine short-term solutions for improving congestion, the city is exploring the possibility of reconfiguring the John Ringling Causeway.

  • Sarasota
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Ron Soto wants the Downtown Improvement District to move swiftly on a new marketing campaign.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 3, 2018
Downtown leaders debate advertising strategy

The Downtown Improvement District is divided on whether to commit funds to a merchant-led promotional campaign.

  • Sarasota
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The waste-transfer facility near the Celery Fields will be a place to drop off discarded wood, yard, construction and demolition debris to be taken to other locations for disposal.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • May 2, 2018
Waste-transfer facility in works near Celery Fields

Developer moves ahead with approved plan while neighbors work on two adjacent sites.

  • Sarasota
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Board chair Bridget Ziegler has expressed reservations at the timeline to hire the initial 30 members of the school district's planned police force.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • May 2, 2018
Teacher's arrest adds to board's concerns over hiring timeline for police

After hiring a teacher with a missed red flag on his file, some Sarasota County School Board members are hesitant to hire half a police force before August.

  • Sarasota
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Jamison Urch, Chief Paul Dezzi and Chase Bullock
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • May 2, 2018
Longboat Key firefighters earn their badges

On May 2, two firefighters were pinned with their badges following a year of extensive training.

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Amanda Gillick, a junior, drew the rough sketch for the Surfers for Autism and wants to continue with art after high school.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • May 2, 2018
Braden River High students have their designs down to a T

Braden River High artists raise money for charity with their designs.

  • East County
  • News
Bess snacks on a biscuit laying down, which showcases the quills on his body that could shoot up at any sudden noise that spooks her.
  • By Amelia Hanks
  • May 2, 2018
Life in the sticks at the Big Cat Habitat

Porcupines sit on pins and needles as they await their new home.

  • East County
  • News
Peg McKinley accepts the County Commissioner's award from Vanessa Baugh during the meeting on April 24, 2018, now known as Palm Aire Women's Club day.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • May 2, 2018
Palm Aire's day to celebrate

Manatee County proclaimed April 24, 2018 to be the Palm Aire Women's Club Day.

  • East County
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This Lake Club home at 15903 Clearlake Ave. is listed at $1.299 million. Courtesy image.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 2, 2018
A million reasons to buy in Lakewood Ranch

Million-dollar home market in East County gains momentum.

  • East County
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