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Enjoy this week' s edition of Cops Corner.
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  • March 2, 2017
Cops Corner: Sarasota 3.2.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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The Florida Department of Transportation is currently collecting local traffic data.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • March 1, 2017
FDOT data collection won’t affect traffic study timeline

The Florida Department of Transportation is currently measuring traffic data, but it won’t affect the timeline of the barrier island traffic study.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 1, 2017
Restaurant Depot plans on hold

County, applicant disagree on owner disclosures required.

  • East County
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In late 2016, a Longboat Key homeowner accrued a record fine for three code violations. Ultimately, the town and the owner settled on a lower fine.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • March 1, 2017
Longboat Commission considers major changes in code enforcement

At Tuesday's meeting, Commissioners discussed the possibility of eliminating the Code Enforcement Board.

  • Longboat Key
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(Eric Garwood) Incumbent Jack Daly stands to answer a question during Monday' s four-candidate forum at Bayfront Park.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • March 1, 2017
Colony referendum highlights candidate forum

Four hopefuls for the Town Commission took stances on key Longboat issues at an Observer Media Group Forum this week.

  • Longboat Key
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Gus and Betty Andreone celebrate Betty' s 100th birthday in a ceremony at Palm Aire Country Club.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • March 1, 2017
Palm Aire holds 100th birthday celebration for Betty Andreone

The Sarasota couple of Betty, 100, and Gus Andreone, the oldest PGA Professional at 105, have a combined 205 years of experience.

  • East County
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New home construction is going strong in neighborhoods north of State Road 70, such as in Harmony, pictured here, as well as other projects like Country Club East.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 1, 2017
Lakewood Ranch housing hits milestone

At 10,000 homes, Lakewood Ranch is one-third grown up and trends indicate it'll grow up even faster.

  • East County
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Watercrest Condominium Association staff John Coppenhaver, left, and Ricardo Taliaferro, right, update association board member Jerry Twiggs, center, about what they are doing to help keep the gate emergency-access only.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 1, 2017
Can anyone just ride on through?

Manatee County may give gate restrictions 'teeth'

  • East County
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Patton Park will encompass Kent Lake, seen here. A patch of land near the entrance to Bridgewater will be the main park area with a pavilion and other amenities.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 1, 2017
Patton Park completes new Lakewood Ranch trail system

SMR is developing four new parks, all to be finished by the end of the year.

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Giant games will benefit students and employees of the school district, team members hope. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 28, 2017
Haile students take on construction challenge

What happens when you combine community service, education and a splash of fun?

  • East County
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A volunteer holds a sign for last year' s "drive thru ashes" event. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 28, 2017
Lakewood Ranch church celebrates 'Ash Wednesday'

Motorists can drive through for an ashen imposition to start the Lent holiday.

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Bob Bartz
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • February 28, 2017
Area mourns the passing of Manatee County Chamber President Bob Bartz

Sudden passing brings out reaction in Manatee County.

  • East County
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Some residents want to see more signs warning of alligators, such as this one on Lake Uihlein.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • February 27, 2017
Alligator information meeting in Lakewood Ranch turns into debate

About half the crowd feels alligators are being killed and removed needlessly.

  • East County
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Steve John, the citrus production manager for Schroeder-Manatee Ranch, shows the competitors how roping a steer is done.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • February 26, 2017
SMR Cup riders know the ropes in Lakewood Ranch

Annual competition matches cowboys against polo players in several events.

  • East County
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Dana Aschinger, a Polo Club member, presents the colors before the Observer Cup.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • February 26, 2017
Lots of observers at the Cup

Sarasota Polo Club fans treated to perfect weather and a spirited match.

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