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Lucy Nicandri, executive director of Suncoast Charities for Children, is happy with the potential new site for Thunder by the Bay.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 21, 2016
City reaches agreement on new Thunder by the Bay site

After the motorcycle festival generated complaints from businesses and residents, city officials believe they’ve negotiated a more palatable layout for the event.

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The Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce is optimistic that residents will chip in to help keep the fireworks going.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 21, 2016
Chamber pushes to preserve Siesta fireworks

After eliminating a major revenue source supporting the Fourth of July fireworks, the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce is asking for help to keep the event alive.

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The expansion of the Woman’s Exchange was designed to improve the internal circulation of the nonprofit consignment shop. Now, the city is determining the broader significance of the rejection of those plans.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 21, 2016
City sorts through fallout of Woman’s Exchange appeal

For the first time ever, the City Commission has rejected a staff-approved development proposal. How will the city deal with the differing internal interpretations of its zoning rules?

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The Kolter Group provided this rendering of the view from the planned 18-story Ritz-Carlton residential development.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 21, 2016
Bayfront growth continues with Quay and Ritz projects

The long-awaited buildout of the Sarasota Quay property took another step forward this week. Just to the south, developers announced plans for a new 18-story condo overlooking the water.

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Matt Grover, Troy Syprett and Russell Matthes own Daiquiri Deck Raw Bar.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • April 20, 2016
Daiquiri Deck to open south Siesta location

The local restaurant brand aims to open at the top of a three-story building on Stickney Point Road by Christmas.

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AnnMarie Miller of Bradenton serves up omelettes to a table. Chef Jason Pantelis includes a piece of fruit on every plate, which cleanses the palate, he said.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • April 20, 2016
Leon’s House of Omelettes opens on State Road 70

The breakfast and lunch café offers home-style comfort food.

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    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • April 20, 2016
Horses find home at Sixteen Hands Horse Sanctuary

Animals taken in are given a lifetime sanctuary.

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    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • April 20, 2016
Virginia Sanders: A force for preservation

Virginia Sanders’ diminutive stature and cheery persona belied her passion for the environment.

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Richie Evers and Gene Sweeney, in back, and Garrett Lindgren and Mickey Quinn have been chosen to appear in the movie "The Perfect Day."
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • April 20, 2016
The Perfect Day to be a star in Lakewood Ranch

Four Lakewood Ranch residents land roles in Christian film.

  • East County
  • News
Frank and Mary Ann Dorwart check out at table, which hides a wine rack, which will be raffled at the Tropical Nights fundraiser.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • April 20, 2016
The Wheels keep turning in Manatee County

Meals on Wheels Plus prepares for annual fundraiser

  • East County
  • News
Patriota, an Ibero-American gelding, was Robin Cain's first rescue.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • April 20, 2016
Sixteen Hands Horse Sanctuary offers Manatee County equine paradise

Longboat Key resident seeks grant to help run her 24-acre sanctuary.

  • East County
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Alex Kumar, Victoria Sinclair, Jonah Sinclair, Benjamin Varah, Madelyn Kumar and Cassandra Atzrodt addressed homelessness in their Community Problem Solving project. Photo by Jessica Salmond.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • April 20, 2016
East County students' project sheds light on the 'invisible'

Teens address homelessness during problem-solving project.

  • East County
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In the upcoming school year, balancing county classroom numbers, moving forward on plans to construct a new high school and improving school security are a few of the items on Dr. Diana Greene's to-do list.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • April 20, 2016
Manatee County School District needs more Greene

Superintendent says passing half-cent sales tax is key to funding better education.

  • East County
  • News
Haile Middle student Trevor Davis fine tunes a robot his group will bring to the VEX Worlds competition.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • April 20, 2016
Braden River High, Nolan and Haile middle students work with robots

Twelve East County students are competing at the VEX Worlds competition this week.

  • East County
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Keri Cooper rides with her friend Jimmie Eatherly in her Panther Ridge neighborhood. Cooper rides with groups twice a week.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • April 20, 2016
Some say whoa to Helistop plans

Owners of the Concession Golf Club say use of the helistop would be minimal.

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