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The two-story home on Halyard Lane includes an enclosed elevator shaft.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • March 2, 2017
Country Club Shores residents organize against exceptions to Key height restrictions

On Monday, the Town Commission will consider adjustments to these exceptions in the town code.

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The City Commission election is set for March 14.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 2, 2017
Election 2017: Sarasota City Commission voter guide

With two seats on the City Commission up for grabs, the eight candidates in the race weigh in on the issues and make their case for your vote.

  • Sarasota
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Doggies for Duchenne Race Directors Monika Oberer and Rebekah Boudrie present checks to Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch volunteer Becky Toter, right, and Another Day for Gray inspiration Grayson Tullio, front.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 2, 2017
Tails wag over Doggies for Duchenne 5K

The race generated more than $12,000 for charity.

  • East County
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Plenty of room room around the pool to entertain.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 2, 2017
Take a photo tour of a $4.6 million home in Lakewood Ranch

Michael Saunders & Company sets record with sale in The Lake Club.

  • East County
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The former Helmsley Sandcastle Resort opened in 1953.
    By
  • Kevin McQuaid
  • March 2, 2017
Ocean Properties to redevelop Lido Sandcastle

The 64-year-old former Helmsley Sandcastle Resort on Lido Key will be redeveloped into 304 rooms in two high-rise towers.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Chief Planner Steve Stancel said, despite some concerns raised about the city' s proposals, models show better results with a narrower Fruitville Road with roundabouts.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 2, 2017
Fruitville Road proposals draw strong criticism

Longboat leaders, cyclists and City Commission candidates have spoken out against a narrower Fruitville Road — but city staff still believes the plan can work.

  • Sarasota
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Family Promise volunteers chat with Family Promise families after an evening meal.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • March 2, 2017
Family Promise stays true to interfaith roots

Islamic Society of Sarasota and Bradenton joins with Christians and Jews to bolster Family Promise.

  • Sarasota
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Visitors to VRBO.com can find rental properties in Laurel Park available for shorter than the minimum eight-night stay the city requires.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 2, 2017
Resident keeps watch for short-term rentals

As property owners in residential neighborhoods like Laurel Park rent homes to vacationers, neighbors and city staff are wary of negative impacts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Businesses hope the trolley will attract more riders than the bus did.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 2, 2017
Siesta Key trolley plans roll ahead

The county is testing a free trolley service on Siesta Key for six months. Businesses are excited, but is the long-awaited transit option viable as a long-term venture?

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The closest Artspace project is in Fort Lauderdale.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 2, 2017
Arts Alliance makes final push for housing study

The Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County needs $9,000 to gather more information about a potential artist live/work housing project.

  • Sarasota
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The Lift Station 87 has also prepared an updated landscaping plan for the facility, which reoriented some trees to make the building more visible.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 2, 2017
Lift Station construction remains on schedule

The city is excited about the progress of work on Lift Station 87, but the Osprey Avenue bridge remains closed as work continues.

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The higher profile of Siesta Key Beach has made it more attractive to tourists like Balaji Katari, Mahesh Ellenty and Ashish Gupta. But Siesta Key residents say the top rankings have come with some negative side effects.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 2, 2017
Do Siesta Beach’s accolades come at a cost?

Siesta Key Beach is No. 1 — again. All the praise might be good for tourism, but some residents aren’t basking in the attention.

  • Siesta Key
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City Commission candidate Martin Hyde
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 2, 2017
City Commission candidate questionnaire: Martin Hyde

At-large candidate Martin Hyde shares his thoughts on the key issues ahead of the March 14 election.

  • Sarasota
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City Commission candidate Mikael Sandstrom.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 2, 2017
City Commission candidate questionnaire: Mikael Sandstrom

At-large candidate Mikael Sandstrom shares his thoughts on the key issues ahead of the March 14 election.

  • Sarasota
  • News
City Commission candidate Fredd Atkins.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 2, 2017
City Commission candidate questionnaire: Fredd Atkins

At-large candidate Fredd Atkins shares his thoughts on the key issues ahead of the March 14 election.

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Cindy Ritchell, Ann Quackenbush, Brenda Korthauer, Beverly Sutton and Kit Torchia all lend a helping hand in packing seeds to send internationally to farmers who need them. Quackenbush is a driving force behind Hope Seeds, a charitable ministry through Christ Church of Longboat Key.
  • December 22, 2025
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Andrew Carrillo poses for a photo on Dec. 16 at Out-of-Door Academy. He's been the go-to guy on attack for the Thunder throughout their 2025-26 season.
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Manatee County commissioners approve reducing speed limits throughout the county.
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Speed limits reduced on nine roads in Manatee County
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The library will be constructed on the light green area depicted on this map within Longboat Key's Town Center Green. The entire library would be around 11,230 square feet with the possible enhancements.
  • December 22, 2025
Buchanan's $1 million donation formally accepted for library
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