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Past and present Arlington Park Neighborhood Association board members Bobby Franske, Mary Anne Bowie, Carolyn Fishel, Nathan Wilson, DeeAnna Dowdle, Terry Langlois and Rachel Wilson.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 19, 2017
Arlington Park residents craft neighborhood map

The Arlington Park Neighborhood Association thinks a map will help identify areas for improvement and establish a better sense of community.

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Despite city staff's belief that paid parking could benefit downtown businesses, many merchants are still outspoken opponents of meters.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 19, 2017
City explores parking revenue options

Acknowledging that parking meters are an unpopular proposition, city leaders are researching other ways to cover parking operating expenses.

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Since starting the giving circle in 2015, Cheers for Charity co-founder Amanda Tullidge and other members have raised $22,000.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • October 18, 2017
Five wishes granted at Lakewood Ranch giving circle grant reception

Cheers for Charity presents $5,000 to area nonprofits.

  • East County
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"Meet the Designers" is a Tour of Homes event which will allow visitors to discuss the advantages of quartz countertops as shown in Stock Development's Clairborne II model in The Lake Club.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • October 18, 2017
Tour of Homes in Lakewood Ranch ready to produce 'wow' effect

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

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The new East County middle school will have "indoor circulation," meaning students will not have to go outside when switching classes.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • October 18, 2017
New middle school in Lakewood Ranch has design approved

Willis Smith set to begin construction in February.

  • East County
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Braden River Elementary pre-K student Finn Heffernan practices his reading with Shumba.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • October 18, 2017
Braden River Elementary in Lakewood Ranch brings therapy dog into classrooms

Therapy dog proves to be a students' best friend.

  • East County
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The two properties span less than half an acre on Siesta Key's Beach Road, near Beach Access 4.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • October 18, 2017
County holds firm in Beach Road property negotiations

Despite concerns about potential litigation, the County Commission hopes to resolve an issue with private property owners.

  • Siesta Key
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The Fort Hamer Bridge was scheduled to open Oct. 18 across the Manatee River, connecting Fort Hamer Road in Parrish to Upper Manatee River Road in East County. Courtesy image.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 18, 2017
Bridge fills transportation gap in Manatee County

Student's project helped persuade Manatee County to build the Fort Hamer Bridge.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 18, 2017
Now open: Fort Hamer Bridge

After more than a century of discussions, Manatee County opens newest bridge across the Manatee River.

  • East County
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    By
  • David Conway
  • October 18, 2017
St. Armands makes its case for public restrooms

The project could cost more than $200,000, but stakeholders say it’s a priority for the shopping district.

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State Street will close beginning Saturday. (Image courtesy Sarasota government).
    By
  • Ryan Butler
  • October 18, 2017
Segment of State Street closes to vehicular traffic Saturday

The downtown Sarasota road will become pedestrian only between Lemon Avenue and Pineapple Avenue.

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GreyHawk Landing's Brandi Joyner and her family are eager to be some of the first residents in Waterside at Lakewood Ranch. They chose a lot in Homes by Towne's LakeHouse Cove project because of the builder's quality of work.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 18, 2017
Waterside plan excites early buyers

First buyers in Waterside are banking on their dream.

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Bradenton's Shannon Murphy, a dental hygiene student, cleans the teeth of Sarasota's Robin Salisbury during the 2016 RAM event. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 18, 2017
Volunteer healthcare providers needed for medical event

Remote Area Medical returns to MTC in November.

  • East County
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Finding parking on Siesta Key can be tough, but commissioners were hoping to change that. The main problem now will be funding.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • October 17, 2017
Funding already a concern for Siesta Key parking solutions

The discussion about parking options is happening at the same time the county is looking to make budget cuts totaling millions of dollars.

  • Sarasota
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Homebuilder Carlos Beruff submitted one of two Manatee County bids to secure the new headquarters of Amazon.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 17, 2017
Lakewood Ranch among bidders for Amazon headquarters

Manatee County homebuilder Carlos Beruff also submits a bid.

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