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Arlington Park resident Nathan Wilson has sought to strengthen tree protection regulations, but he wants to address builders' concerns, too.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 6, 2017
City dives deeper into tree issues

After builders and architects criticized the city’s tree ordinance, officials hope an advisory board can sort through any issues in the existing regulations.

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Paul Thorpe' s legacy includes organizing the Downtown Sarasota Holiday Parade and other events.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 6, 2017
City to rename Pineapple Park for Paul Thorpe

The city plans to formally honor Paul Thorpe, a man nicknamed "Mr. Downtown" for his numerous contributions to the growth of Sarasota's urban core.

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The county code will now prohibit the docking or anchoring of boats in public parks between midnight and 6 a.m.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • June 6, 2017
Changes approved to Sarasota County park and beach regulations

Docking and anchoring boats overnight is now prohibited.

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Detour map. Courtesy of Manatee County.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 5, 2017
County anticipates partial Lorraine Road closure

A temporary detour on Deer Drive will take motorists to Lorraine Road destinations south of University Parkway.

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Chuck Whittall hopes to submit a plan for the Colony Beach and Tennis Resort property on June 26.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • June 5, 2017
Chuck Whittall meets June 1 payment deadline

The developer hopes to submit a plan for the Colony Beach and Tennis Resort property on June 26.

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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.

  • Sarasota
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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.

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

ODA graduates largest class in 92-year history.

  • East County
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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.
    By
  • 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.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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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