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The new form-based zoning code would divide the city into a series of transects, transitioning from more suburban to more urban in character.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 5, 2017
City initiates form-based code changes

The city must make changes to its planning documents to allow for the eventual implementation of a new zoning code, but adaptation is still a ways off.

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Residents can only water lawns before 8 a.m. or after 6 p.m., per the new regulations, and only on specific days of the week based on their addresses.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • June 5, 2017
Less rain in Sarasota means more restrictions on water use

New regulations say residents can only water lawns once a week through August.

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U.S. women' s eight team gold medalist Lindsay Shoop was the guest speaker on Friday to announce single day tickets are now on sale for the 2017 World Rowing Championships in Sarasota. The event will be telecast by NBC network.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 5, 2017
NBC Sports to televise 2017 World Rowing Championships in Sarasota

Agreement includes more than 10 hours of coverage.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 3, 2017
Caps off to ODA graduates

ODA graduates largest class in 92-year history.

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Drummer Dana Bauer of Lakewood Ranch (far right) urges her Survivors in Sync teammates to finish with all they' ve got.
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  • Jay Heater
  • June 3, 2017
Dragon Boat Festival breathes fire into cancer survivors in Sarasota

More than 750 paddlers compete at Nathan Benderson Park.

  • East County
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Olympic gold medalist Lindsay Shoop, Scully the mascot, and Mall General Manager Jeramy Burkinshaw are on hand to announce a partnership for the 2017 World Rowing Championships.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 2, 2017
Single day tickets for World Rowing Championships in Sarasota now on sale

The Mall of University Town Center in Sarasota will partner with World Rowing Championships to sell tickets.

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North end residents say excessive alcohol consumption and littering are growing problems on Greer Island. (Photo provided by Maureen Merrigan)
    By
  • John McGuire
  • June 2, 2017
Memorial Day brings influx of police activity to Longboat north end

Longboat police issued 51 parking tickets and made 11 alcohol-related arrests.

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The Longboat Key Center for the Arts closed in May.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • June 1, 2017
12 homes planned for Longboat arts center site

Developer pays Ringling College $1.85 million for the 2.3 acre site.

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The crash prompted the closure of westbound lanes on Fruitville Road.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • June 1, 2017
Trucker killed in Fruitville Road crash

Westbound lanes were closed for hours.

  • Sarasota
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The Town Commission will discuss options for the south fire station on Monday, June 5.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • June 1, 2017
Longboat south fire station: renovate or rebuild?

The Town Commission will discuss options for the station on Monday, June 5.

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Authorities have cleared the scene after an evacuation at the Sarasota City Center.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 1, 2017
Smoke causes evacuation of Main Street building

County fire personnel responded to an incident at the Sarasota City Center building this morning. Workers were let back in shortly after being evacuated.

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The vehicle collided with a tree. Stock image.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 1, 2017
Two injured in Bradenton crash

A Cadillac crashed into a tree in Tara Wednesday night.

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County officials are searching for a way to keep the Siesta Key Breeze trolley service free.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 1, 2017
County explores funding for Siesta trolley

Based on the early success of the Siesta Key Breeze, officials are intent on keeping the transit option going. Now, they just need to figure out how to pay for it.

  • Siesta Key
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Paul Thorpe has been a singularly influential presence for more than 40 years downtown — and now, his friends want the city to cement his legacy.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 1, 2017
Honoring Mr. Downtown: Residents push for tribute to Paul Thorpe

For more than four decades, Paul Thorpe has worked to make downtown a better place. Now, a group is asking the city to preserve his legacy.

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Shannon Lugannani is inviting Word of Mouth customers to learn more about Sabrosa during construction.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 1, 2017
Tapas, tequila coming to Word of Mouth space

Word of Mouth owner Shannon Lugannani is working to open Sabrosa, a Latin American-themed restaurant and bar focused on simple food and a relaxed environment.

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A massing model of The Bay phases 3A and 3B show a parnking deck to the right, to the left the Sarasota Performing Arts Center location flanked by two restaurant spaces and the current parking lot converted to green space. The Van Wezel is at the bottom left corner.
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