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A new downtown high-rise proposal has drawn the ire of residents and merchants alike.
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  • David Conway
  • November 5, 2014
Questions surround DeMarcay Hotel development

From nearby residents and merchants to developers and city officials, a number of groups have issues when it comes to the construction of a proposed Palm Avenue high-rise condominium.

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Sarasota Police used a patrol boat in conjunction with Mote Marine Laboratory to release previously injured sea turtles into the wild.
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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 5, 2014
Sarasota police aid in sea turtle release

The Sarasota Police Department partnered with Mote Marine last week for the release of the last two Loggerhead hatchlings of the 2014 nesting season.

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drew Boeras of Brown Grove sets up the produce displays for the Wednesday Farmers Market at Five Points Park.
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  • Amanda Morales
  • November 5, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Wednesday Downtown Farmers Market

The Downtown Farmers Market brought out familiar vendors and customers for the midweek market on Wednesdays at the Five Points Park.

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 5, 2014
Observer Town Hall forum takes place tomorrow night

Through January, editors from the Observer newspapers will host a series of town hall meetings to listen to readers and engage with the communities we cover.

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The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team celebrates following its 3-1 victory over Sarasota in the Class 7A-Region 3 semifinals Nov. 4.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • November 5, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Class 7A-Region 3 semifinal volleyball

The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team defeated Sarasota 25-14, 24-26, 25-14, 25-20 in the Class 7A-Region 3 semifinals Nov. 4. With the win, the Lady Mustangs will host Fort Myers in the regional finals Nov. 8.

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  • November 5, 2014
Our View

Consensus on the bayfront

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Scott Anderson and Hillary Steele
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 4, 2014
Wit and Wisdom of Aging featuring Cliff Roles, Paul Azinger and Jean Weidner Goldstein

Wit and Wisdom of Aging featuring Cliff Roles, Paul Azinger and Jean Weidner Goldstein

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  • David Conway
  • November 4, 2014
VIDEO: Ziegler triumphs

Bridget Ziegler overcame a 2,000-vote deficit in August to defeat Ken Marsh and retain her Sarasota County School Board seat.

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Two of Bridget Ziegler's supporters, Deva O'Donnell, left, and Sarah Sturm, right, embrace her as she walks into the ballroom at the Hyatt Regency, Sarasota. Ziegler narrowly beat her opponent Kent Marsh for the Sarasota County School Board District 1.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 4, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Election Night

The Observer followed Manatee and Sarasota County candidates on election night.

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Voters turned out in multiple precincts in Sarasota and Siesta Key.
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  • Amanda Morales
  • November 4, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Election Day

Sarasota voters showed up to the polls for the 2014 Midterm Elections.

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Siesta Key Village businesses wanting to put out an outdoor display have 30 days to get the $25 temporary use permit.
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  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 4, 2014
SKVA discusses outdoor display amendment approval

Sarasota County Code Enforcement Officer John Lally said at the Tuesday meeting that he will be handing out packets on the outdoor display rules to Village businesses.

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Chief DiPino picks out a teddy bear to ride along in her patrol car.
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  • Amanda Morales
  • November 4, 2014
SPD accepts 200 bears to distribute to children

At least 200 teddy bears were donated to the Sarasota Police Department from the Tiny Hands Foundation of Sarasota and Manatee Counties.

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The high bidder for the 5,041-square-foot "pad" property says his project will not be financially viable unless changes are made to the terms of his agreement with the city.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 4, 2014
City to revisit State Street garage sale

The high bidder for a liner site at the State Street parking garage has asked the city to reconsider the terms of the sale - including the potential purchase of additional land.

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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 4, 2014
VIDEO: Dent expects 60% voter turnout

Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections Kathy Dent was pleased with voter turnout and precinct operations during the 2014 General Election, despite some issues with machines that will require rescanning ballots after 7 p.m.

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Don Burhart, Hermione Gilpin and Jo Ann Burhart
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 3, 2014
Starry Night Dinner 1, highlighting the production of 'South Pacific'

Starry Night Dinner 1, highlighting the production of 'South Pacific'

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