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Summerfield resident Alan Roth checks to see the signal strength of his cell service in his home. He has trouble making and receiving calls from home.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 28, 2018
Lakewood Ranch residents frustrated by cell coverage

Some in the development still struggle with unreliable reception.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 28, 2018
Lakewood Ranch photographer embarks on picture-perfect endeavor

Kathryn DeYoung reinvents herself in retirement.

  • East County
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 27, 2018
Longboat Key tennis pros battle it out

Pros from the Longboat Key Public Tennis and the Longboat Key Club competed against each other Feb. 27.

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Impact fees are paid by developers on new construction. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 27, 2018
Manatee County may cap impact fees

Commissioners will discuss impact fees at their March 1 meeting.

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Flu shots are free for children and adults at the Sarasota County Health Department facility at 2200 Ringling Blvd. in Sarasota.
    By
  • Ryan Butler
  • February 27, 2018
Flu season not over yet, health officials warn

Despite recent declines in influenza activity, the virus could rebound locally in March.

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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • February 27, 2018
School district announces new Riverview High principal

Erin del Castillo will start July 1, pending school board approval.

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Greg Steube is running for Congress.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • February 27, 2018
State senator announces congressional bid

Florida Sen. Greg Steube announced his campaign Monday, after U.S. Rep. Tom Rooney announced his retirement.

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Town Mayor Terry Gans (right) and Manatee County Commission chairwoman Priscilla Trace
    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • February 27, 2018
Manatee, Longboat discuss common goals, projects

Both sides agree to further discuss beach issues, storm protection and the one-county initiative.

  • Longboat Key
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The building where Lori Martin's body was found in a sauna.
    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • February 26, 2018
Longboat police, medical examiner wait for test results in sauna death

Longboat Police Chief Pete Cumming said the department has more answers than questions but isn't willing to release anything until the medical examiner gets its tests back.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • February 26, 2018
Cardinal Mooney High closed as police investigate 'concerning' Snapchat post

The Sarasota Police Department said there's no reason to believe there is a threat to the school, which plans to re-open Tuesday.

  • Sarasota
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On opening day, 5-year-old Brantley Strong is more interested in playing in the dirt during opening ceremonies than stealing a base.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • February 24, 2018
Time to play ball in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch Little League, Miss Manatee Softball open their seasons.

  • East County
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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • February 23, 2018
Sarasota School Board supports more officers in schools

The school district supports a plan announced by Gov. Rick Scott on Feb. 23.

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The referendum voters will consider renewing helps fund art and music education in Sarasota County Schools.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • February 23, 2018
Millions in school funding on the ballot

Voters will decide by March 20 whether to renew the school tax referendum, which provides $56 million in extra funding to Sarasota County Schools.

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Ed Smith Stadium has been named the most-liked spring training venue, based on a study conducted by ReviewTrackers and USA Today.Â
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 23, 2018
Ed Smith Stadium named 'most-liked' spring training venue

The study was conducted by ReviewTrackers and USA Today.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Unicorp National Developments answered 43 Planning and Zoning Board questions in writing before the hearing this week
    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • February 23, 2018
Unicorp responsds to written questions from Longboat P&Z

Planning and Zoning Chairwoman BJ Bishop sent 42 questions to Unicorp before its meeting with the town this week. Here's the developers response.

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