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City leaders regularly discuss the impact of traffic on Sarasota's roads, but residents are concerned by the lack of tangible progress on the issue.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 29, 2016
Residents call for changes to traffic management policies

As officials work to alleviate traffic troubles, an activist group wants to change the way the city accounts for the impacts of new growth.

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World of Beer will continue to operate under the same business model as it seeks a new liquor license, the owners say.
    By
  • David Conway
  • September 29, 2016
World of Beer seeks new liquor license

Changes continue to come to the east end of downtown, but area businesses are hoping to maintain stable growth in a burgeoning entertainment district.

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The Charter Review Board will meet at the Sarasota County Administrative Center tonight to discuss the process by which members are appointed to the Charter Review Board.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • September 28, 2016
Charter Review Board to review elected positions

The Sarasota County Review Board is slated to discuss the process by which members are appointed to the board at tonight’s meeting.

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Jack Daly
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  • Terry O’Connor
  • September 28, 2016
Daly aims to retain Town Commission seat

After a heart-valve replacement surgery this summer, Longboat Key Town Commissioner Jack Daly wants to run for another term on the board.

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The Rise and Run environmental art project was installed on Lido Beach on Sept. 26. Photo Courtesy of Nancy Nassiff/Elan Photography.
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  • Katie Johns
  • September 28, 2016
Ringling project heightens awareness of sea level rise

The project is on display on Lido Beach until the end of the day. In October, it will be on display on Siesta Key Beach.

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Hailey, Rachel and Audrey Weeks often enjoy evenings at the park.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • September 28, 2016
Single mom's battle for vision offers an inspiring sight

Greenbrook woman wages marathon struggle against Usher syndrome.

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Now flanked by a vacant lot and parking garage, HuB owner Jesse Biter plans to add nearly 100 apartments to the intersection of Second Street and Adelia Avenue.
    By
  • Kevin McQuaid
  • September 28, 2016
Biter moves forward with downtown Sarasota apartments

Jesse Biter has revived a $15 million to build an apartment complex adjacent to the HuB.

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The urgent care center will officially open on Oct. 1. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Oct 5.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • September 28, 2016
SMH brings dose of medicine to St. Armands

The hospital system's sixth urgent care clinic opens Saturday.

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Pastor Steve Coad and church members have worked over the last three months to remodel the interior of the church building in an industrial, barn style.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 28, 2016
New Oasis' home springs to life

Congregation hopes its new building becomes a hub of activity.

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Proposed improvements include an expansion to the Braden River Library.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 28, 2016
Can commissioners sell the sales tax?

Officials schedule workshops to teach rationale behind the sales tax.

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Jay Yablon
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • September 28, 2016
Board sets Colony vote standard high at 91%

Colony Beach & Tennis Resort Association Board believes high vote approval means no legal backlash

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Howie and Harry won't be available for adoption for a few more weeks.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 28, 2016
East County resident’s love of dogs fosters a novel idea

A Summerfield author has written a guide to fostering pooches.

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    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • September 28, 2016
Residents question neighborhood assessment switch

Four Longboat Key commissioners vote to reduce underground utilities assessments by $5 million.

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Carl Berstresser shows off to neighbors a seven-foot snake he caught. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • September 28, 2016
Man's will preserves property forever

In death, Carl Bergstresser hopes to preserve his Braden River property for wildlife.

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Canned Ham Vintage owner Ashley Rogers wants to start up a monthly, open-air market in the Rosemary District.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • September 27, 2016
Canned Ham plans Rosemary District Indie Market

The owner of Canned Ham Vintage is pitching plans for a 28-vendor, open-air market in the burgeoning district north of downtown.

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