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Spencer Dunford, general manager of Hidden Harbor Marina, said the revamped facility will feature concierge services, a boating club and a future restaurant.
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  • Nolan Peterson
  • October 31, 2013
Hidden Harbor Marina plans to reopen amid resurging market

After more than six years, Hidden Harbor Marina is just weeks away from reopening.

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  • October 31, 2013
County to tighten ban on designer drugs

A committee representing area criminal justice leaders approved an ordinance that tightens loopholes in the laws banning designer drugs.

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Courtesy photo. Sarasota Ballet Artistic Director Iain Webb welcomed Cuban defector Edward Gonzalez to the ballet and freedom in March.
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  • October 31, 2013
Our View

High crime in Sarasota?; Hudgins for administrator; First dance of freedom

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  • October 31, 2013
High 5

The top five sports moments of the week.

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  • October 31, 2013
Just the Stats

This week in sports by the numbers.

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ODA volleyball
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  • Jen Blanco
  • October 31, 2013
Sidelines

ODA volleyball; Riverview Rams win district crown; Sarasota cruises to district titles; Cougars victorious at homecoming; Falcons open new athletic center

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Lyons
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  • Jen Blanco
  • October 31, 2013
Athlete of the Week: Sage Lyons

Sarasota High freshman Sage Lyons set a new school record: crossing the finish line in 18 minutes, 51 seconds at the Class 3A-District 10 cross-country meet Oct. 24, in Largo.

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This home at 5415 Azure Way has three bedrooms, two baths, one half-bath, a pool and 3,063 square feet of living area. It sold for $1.1 million.
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  • Adam Hughes
  • October 31, 2013
Home in Siesta Isles sells for $1.1 million

Thomas Fuller, trustee, of Geneva, Ill., sold the home at 5415 Azure Way to Robert Hinkle and Brenda Hinkle, trustees, of Purcellville, Va., for $1.1 million.

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Amy McCormack submitted this sunset photo, with Siesta Key in the background.
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  • Observer Staff
  • October 31, 2013
Weather: Sarasota

Amy McCormack submitted this sunset photo, with Siesta Key in the background.

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    By
  • David Conway
  • October 31, 2013
Businesses seek sidewalk café expansion

The Downtown Improvement District endorsed a revision of a city ordinance so non-dining establishments can provide outdoor seating for their businesses.

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Cheryl Anderson and Kathy Davies
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • October 30, 2013
WBTT's Pre-Season Event

WBTT's Pre-Season Event

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Sue Biter and Vivian Browning
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  • October 30, 2013
The Wit and Wisdom of Aging

The Wit and Wisdom of Aging

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Dirty dog Martin with owner Elizabeth wood who was his soap
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  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • October 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Humane Society of Sarasota's Doggie Parade

Decked out dogs spent their afternoon at the Humane Society of Sarasota's Howl-O-Ween Doggie Costume Parade, Wednesday Oct. 30.The parade was held at the Phillippi Farmhouse market. All proceeds benefitted the Humane Society.

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Lynne Bennett and Marcia Bachura
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • October 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Westfield Southgate Mall annual Fashion Show and Luncheon

Guests attended Baby Basics of Sarasota County and Westfield Southgate Mall annual Fashion Show and Luncheon Wednesday, Oct. 30, at Westfield Southgate Mall.

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Officials leasing the Mall at University Town Center also say they will be announcing more tenants soon.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 30, 2013
Daily Headlines: Oct. 30, 2013

Today's stories: Longboat Key partners with University of Florida; Sarasota Police to offer virtual ride-along; Nordstrom Rack prepares for grand opening; and MORE!

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