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  • David Conway
  • December 17, 2014
In the zone

Although Laurel Park residents have praised the neighborhood's zoning rules, questions linger about the effects those regulations have had on the area.

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  • December 17, 2014
News Briefs

Bayfront group works to refine principles; Downtown Sarasota attracts more nightlife options

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Jennifer Rominiecki said Selby Gardens could benefit from offering more of a "museum experience" — something that could attract repeat visitors. Photo by Jessica Salmond
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  • David Conway
  • December 17, 2014
New Selby Gardens CEO sees room to grow

Jennifer Rominiecki, who spent 15 years at the New York Botanical Gardens, says her goal for Selby is not just to attract visitors. It's to keep them coming back.

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Several bricks are missing from multiple stretches of the 1400 block of Main Street, an issue caused by growing tree roots along the sidewalk. Photo by David Conway
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  • David Conway
  • December 17, 2014
Damages arise on downtown brick sidewalks

Damages to brick-paved sections of Main Street haven't caused alarm among merchants and residents - one small piece missing here, a dislodged brick there - but, taken together, they've added up to become an issue the city is exploring how to fix.

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  • Jessica Salmond
  • December 17, 2014
Residents, commission lobby for traffic management

Sarasota County commissioners requested Ryland Homes add a turn lane into a future Osprey development.

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Ania Adderley and Carolyn Robinson
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • December 16, 2014
Signature Chef's Auction

Signature Chef's Auction

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Students performed holiday songs for residents at the Jefferson Center.
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  • Amanda Morales
  • December 15, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Bay Haven Broadway Club performs

Students of the Bay Haven Broadway Club spread holiday cheer by performing at the Jefferson Center of Sarasota the afternoon of Tuesday, Dec. 16.

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Mary Czernyk, of St. Armands Circle Association and Executive Director Diana Corrigan
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  • Kristen Herhold
  • December 15, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Armands Circle Association's annual holiday party

St. Armands business owners, workers and residents gathered at Crab & Fin restaurant on Dec. 16 for the St. Armands Circle Association's annual holiday party.

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Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 leader Michael Klauber will provide an update to city officials about the group's work at a workshop next month.
    By
  • David Conway
  • December 15, 2014
Bayfront group works to refine principles

Based on feedback gathered over the past several months, Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 could increase its emphasis on creating a hub for cultural institutions on the waterfront.

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Residents in the area are under a boil water advisory.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • December 15, 2014
Water boil advisory issued for Wilkinson, Swift Road area

The water main at Swift Road and Wilkinson Road broke Monday night. Crews are still working to repair it.

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Veronica Brady, Alastair and Cheryl MacLauchlan and Linda DiGabriel
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • December 15, 2014
Starry Night Dinner 2, Highlighting the Production of The Matchmaker

Starry Night Dinner 2, Highlighting the Production of The Matchmaker

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Kay Adlin, Laurie Fitch and Carolyn Thompson
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • December 15, 2014
'Noel en Provence'

'Noel en Provence'

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The Observer wants you to share your favorite holiday memory or mishap in about 300 words or less.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • December 14, 2014
Observer seeks holiday memories stories

The Observer is collecting holiday stories that center around a great holiday memory or a holiday mishaps for our Dec. 25 issue.

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A diamondback terrapin hatchling
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • December 14, 2014
Mote Aquarium to hold exhibit on life cycles of marine animals

'Oh Baby! Life Cycles of the Seas" will explore marine animal romance, babies and families.

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Entrepreneur Jesse Biter bought the future site of Paddy Wagon Irish Pub in downtown Sarasota for $2 million in 2012.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • December 14, 2014
Downtown Sarasota attracts more nightlife options

Owners of the Paddy Wagon Irish Pub aim to open this summer on Main Street.

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