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  • February 13, 2014
Tax talk

Members of the Women's Republican Club met to discuss school referendum and the tax levy Wednesday at Michael's On East.

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  • Nolan Peterson
  • February 13, 2014
Medical marijuana the hot topic at Tiger Bay

A debate between Sarasota's sheriff and a prominent Florida attorney highlighted stark differences of opinion.

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  • February 13, 2014
News Briefs

Harmer officially takes county administrator job; Efforts to remove Chalk Fest art from streets continue; Downtown circulator test drive sees improved results

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File photo This property on Boulevard of the Arts is the targeted site of a high-density apartment project in the Rosemary District, but an expansion of a proposed overlay district could cause delays in the development process.
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  • David Conway
  • February 13, 2014
Properties seek inclusion in Rosemary overlay

As a housing developer pushes to create an overlay for the Rosemary District, surrounding property owners want the ability to build with greater density, too.

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  • February 13, 2014
Residents raise concern about city mobility plan

Some citizens wonder how development changes outlined in a city study might affect neighborhoods.

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  • February 13, 2014
Our view: The truth hurts

The truth especially hurts - or in this instance, 'annoys' - when you disagree with it. So the expected human response is to discredit. Vigorously discredit the messenger; make the messenger the focal point; and deflect, deny and ignore the truth.

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  • Nolan Peterson
  • February 13, 2014
County dispels beach construction rumors

To keep the community informed with accurate information regarding the $21.5 million Siesta Beach renovations, Sarasota County recently launched a website dedicated to the project.

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  • Nolan Peterson
  • February 13, 2014
CONA discusses proposed U.S. 41 roundabouts

Roundabouts at busy intersections along the U.S. 41 corridor could alleviate traffic and promote better safety and walkability, proponents say, and for some they can't come soon enough.

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David Conway The revamped fountain area has been in use for two weekends.
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  • David Conway
  • February 13, 2014
Farmers Market offers children's activities

The Sarasota Farmers Market now offers a variety of activities for families after expanding its boundaries to Pineapple Park.

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CELEBRATORY COUPLE. Sarasota residents Dr. Greg and Jeri Lynn Towsley brought their Sarasota Observer along on their recent anniversary trip to Bali, Indonesia.
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  • February 13, 2014
It's Read Everywhere

Headed on a great vacation? Make sure to take your Observer along! Visit YourObserver.com and click on the 'Contests' tab in the upper-right hand corner to submit your entries. We can't wait to see where The Observer will travel next!

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Photos by Harriet Sokmensuer
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  • February 13, 2014
Farmers Market Roundup

Sarasota's farmers markets offer local produce, entertainment and fun. Take advantage of the Florida weather at these neighborhood markets.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 13, 2014
College commitment

Athletes from Riverview, Cardinal Mooney and Booker high schools made their college choices official during National Signing Day Feb. 5.

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The Sarasota Christian boys basketball team defeated Southwest Florida Christian 63-56 to win the Class 2A-District 9 championship Feb. 7.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 13, 2014
High five moments of the week

The top five sports moments of the week.

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  • February 13, 2014
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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The Cardinal Mooney High boys basketball team
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  • Jen Blanco
  • February 13, 2014
Sidelines

Cardinal Mooney High Boys Basketball; GSJGA golfers tee off for WTS; Riverview names new girls basketball head coach; Sarasota Military Eagles advance two to state meet; SCSC honored for its outstanding service

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