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Tara residents have fought hard to preserve their community entrance, but the development will be allowed on the three acres behind this sign at the southwest corner of Tara Boulevard and State Road 70. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 20, 2017
Tara corner may be developed

A settlement between Manatee County, developer paves way for changes.

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The house at 585 Halyard Lane in Country Club Estates touched off resident opposition to homes built higher than 30 feet. An elevator shaft and stairwell are enclosed in the structure above the second-floor roof.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • June 20, 2017
Longboat P&Z Board aims to reset rules on 30-foot home heights

Planning and Zoning Board moves to prohibit construction above height limit in certain zoning districts.

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Commissioners listen to the county administrator's proposed budget fiscal year 2018.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • June 20, 2017
County considering tax on utilities, raising millage rate for coming year

The final vote will happen in August, but the commission hopes to rebuild the county's reserves.

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The Players Centre for Performing Arts is selling its Tamiami Trail home as it prepares to move to Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 20, 2017
City moves ahead with Players Centre negotiations

On Monday, the City Commission unanimously empowered City Manager Tom Barwin to negotiate the potential purchase of the bayfront site.

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One person died on scene. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 20, 2017
One killed, two injured in vehicle crash

A driver pulled into the path of a speeding vehicle Monday night.

  • East County
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Ladies if the Sisterhood for Good giving circle present checks to seven charities.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 19, 2017
Giving circle grants largest amount yet to charity

Sisterhood for Good gave more than $6,600 to seven nonprofits.

  • East County
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The Sarasota Police Department shared a video of the incident, asking the public for help identifying the suspects.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 19, 2017
VIDEO: Police investigate armed robbery at North Trail bar

Two men, reportedly armed with a rifle and shotgun, were caught on camera robbing Memories Lounge this weekend, the Sarasota Police Department said.

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Tom Harmer has been with Sarasota County since 2012.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • June 19, 2017
Longboat commissioners give OK to 'pursue' Sarasota's Harmer for manager job

Retiring town manager recently hired Sarasota County's public works director.

  • Longboat Key
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Armed robbers invade home in Greenbrook.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 19, 2017
Armed robbers invade Lakewood Ranch home

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office believes the robbery was drug-related.

  • East County
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Lakewood Ranch' s Scott Kessler participates in one of the many fundraisers at Ancient Oak.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 16, 2017
Ancient Oak in Lakewood Ranch set to close

Club makes final plans as site is to be developed.

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City Manager Tom Barwin suggested the city might be able to negotiate down the $9.5 million listing price for the property.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 16, 2017
City Commission to discuss Players Centre purchase

Staff is asking for permission to negotiate a purchase agreement for the Tamiami Trail property, listed for $9.5 million, as part of a bayfront redevelopment plan.

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A structure atop 585 Halyard Lane prompted residents to get involved in discussion of exceptions to the town's height limit.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • June 16, 2017
Longboat P&Z board to discuss height restrictions, sign regulations

The meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 20, at 9 a.m.

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The crash happened near the curve at the corner of Siesta Drive and Higel Avenue.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 15, 2017
UPDATE: One dead, three injured in north Siesta crash

Authorities believe speed was a factor behind a serious three-vehicle crash on north Siesta Key Wednesday evening.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • June 15, 2017
Recreational burn ban lifted by Sarasota County

Seasonal rain, better conditions have reduced the wildfire threat in the county.

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The Patterson Foundation President and CEO Debra Jacobs with Community Foundation of Sarasota County President and CEO Roxie Jerde celebrate raising over $13 million during the 2016 Giving Challenge.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • June 15, 2017
Giving Challenge waves off 2017 event

Organizers see September event's growth and reset date for May 2018.

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