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Visit Sarasota is encouraging residents to make digital postcards to share with family and friends, inviting them to the area.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 6, 2017
Visit Sarasota asks residents to invite friends and family to area

You ‘ota know about this new campaign from Visit Sarasota, based around a pun and digital postcards.

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22 bags of cocaine were found in the vehicle, according to the Sheriff's Office, totaling almost 35 grams.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 6, 2017
Cocaine-trafficking arrest results from seat-belt traffic stop

About 35 grams of cocaine was recovered from the vehicle, and almost $1,000 in cash.

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Residents say dislodged and missing bricks on Hawkins Court are causing problems.
    By
  • David Conway
  • July 6, 2017
Laurel Park residents ask for brick street repair

On Hawkins Court, portions of a brick-lined street are deteriorating. The city is working to address the issue.

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Roots on large trees planted in the 1800 block of Second Street are emerging from the ground and dislodging portions of the sidewalk — one reason the city should be careful about where it puts trees, staff says.
    By
  • David Conway
  • July 6, 2017
City pushes for tree resolution

City staff hopes a citizen committee will bring closure to tree-related issues that have lingered for more than two years.

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New College wants to grow while maintaining its intimate character.
    By
  • David Conway
  • July 6, 2017
Power in Numbers: New College embarks on growth plan

New College of Florida wants to boost its enrollment and its standing among the nation's top liberal arts schools. Can the school's leaders pull it off?

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Under a new policy, anyone under 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult after 6 p.m. at Lakewood Ranch Main Street.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • July 5, 2017
Lakewood Ranch Main Street adds policy governing unsupervised children

Those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult after 6 p.m.

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There are four gates at each of University Place's two entrances. Currently, they are remotely monitored and controlled 24-7.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 5, 2017
University Place considers gate changes

Supervisors want resident input on potential security switches.

  • East County
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Tom Mannis, who is a League of American Bicyclists certified instructor, taught a safety course at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • July 5, 2017
Cyclists get a break in Lakewood Ranch

Although some motorists are rude, bicyclists feel safe on Lakewood Ranch roads.

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Once staff completes its review of Benderson's application, the county will hold multiple public hearings on the Siesta Promenade proposal.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 5, 2017
Benderson adjusts Siesta Promenade plans

Benderson is moving forward with its plans for a mixed-use project near the south Siesta Key bridge, but residents remain opposed to the proposal.

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The Eagle Trace community is one of many Lakewood Ranch communities under development north of State Road 70 and south of State Road 64.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 5, 2017
East County on fast track for growth

Property values are increasing, but stabilizing

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Volunteers were out early on Wednesday morning to begin cleaning Siesta Beach.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • July 5, 2017
Siesta volunteers find plenty of cleaning to do

Despite reminders for visitors to clean up, 163 tons of trash was left on Sarasota beaches.

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Madelyn Fouche, 5, practices her kick during swim lessons from instructor Briana Lutzi, with School of Fish swim academy, at the John Marble Pool. Manatee County plans to modify and expand at the park over the next three years.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 5, 2017
Five-year plan takes shape

Roads, parks main targets of half-cent sales tax funds.

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Enzo and owner Ron enjoy Bayfront's dog park for the first time.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • July 5, 2017
Bayfront Park on Longboat Key officially opens

The $3.5 million renovation project began in June 2016.

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Maggie Mooney-Portale has served as town attorney since 2013.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • July 5, 2017
Longboat town attorney seeks new, hourly deal

Maggie Mooney-Portale has served as town attorney since 2013.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner!
    By
  • John McGuire
  • July 5, 2017
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 7.6.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner!

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