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Samantha Bisceglia submitted this photo of sunrise on Siesta Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 27, 2013
Weather Photo: GOLDEN GLOW

Samantha Bisceglia submitted this photo of sunrise on Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Chairwomen Cheryl Burstein and Susan Powers
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 26, 2013
Junior League of Sarasota Legacy Luncheon featuring The Royal Chef Darren McGrady

Junior League of Sarasota Legacy Luncheon featuring The Royal Chef Darren McGrady

  • Black Tie
Residents both in support of Walmart and opposed to the supercenter spoke before the City Commission.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • February 26, 2013
In 3-2 vote, Sarasota Commissioners deny Ringling Walmart

Commissioners Terry Turner, Shannon Snyder and Vice-Mayor Willie Shaw voted against the Walmart and in support of the appeal that was filed by residents Nov. 25.

  • Sarasota
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Patrick Smith sells gerbera daisies.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • February 26, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : The 38th Annual Plant and Flower Show

The 38th Annual Plant and Flower Show took place at Selby Garden Saturday and Sunday Feb, 23 and 24 to show off beautiful plants and give the community an opportunity to purchase some. About 3,000 people attended the show with about 40 vendors and 100 volunteers. 'Its an opportunity for members and guests to buy plants and have them all in one spot,' said volunteer coordinator Phyllis Kirtley.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota County staff members Brenda Bair and Carolyn Brown discuss the Lido Beach restroom project Feb. 26.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 26, 2013
Sarasota County Commission delays Lido Beach project

Commissioners voted to move discussion of new restrooms at Ted Sperling Park to a March 6 meeting after hearing the $859,000 cost.

  • Sarasota
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Second shooter in a Sarasota incident has been brought in custody. More in today's headlines!
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 26, 2013
Feb. 26: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Second shooter in custody; Sarasota County renames building in honor of Bill Little; Sarasota Chalk Festival names Sheila Foley executive manager; $10 million home sale largest in two years

  • Longboat Key
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Enforcement agencies jointly took Trae Ward into custody from a home in the 7000 block of 44th Court East, in the East County's Barrington Ridge neighborhood, this morning.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 26, 2013
Sarasota fugitive taken into custody in East County home

Authorities found the suspect in a home in Barrington Ridge, in the East County.

  • East County
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Sarasota County Administrator Randall Reid quotes Gandhi Feb. 26 while recognizing Deputy County Administrator Bill Little's retirement.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 26, 2013
Sarasota County renames building in honor of Bill Little

Sarasota County commissioners approved naming the building at 2200 Ringling Boulevard the William L. Little Health and Human Services Center.

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The tornado watch will remain in effect until 3 p.m. this afternoon for Sarasota County. Stock image.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • February 26, 2013
Hazardous weather watch in effect

The Tampa Bay area, including Sarasota, is under a tornado watch, lake wind advisory and a hazardous weather outlook.

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The bus was headed northbound on Gateway Avenue at 12:50 p.m. when the bus driver stopped for the red light at the intersection, according to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • February 26, 2013
Bicyclist transported to hospital after being struck by SCAT bus

The SCAT bus driver proceeded forward as the bicyclist was crossing in the crosswalk across Stickney Point Road.

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Liana Bryant and her son, Woody.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • February 25, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Purim Pandemonium at Temple Emanu-El

Temple Emanu-El hosted a carnival, Saturday, Feb. 23, to celebrate the Jewish Holiday of Purim. In celebration, attendees dressed in costume, snacked on light food and played games. Other entertainment included a dunk tank and inflatable bounce houses.

  • Sarasota
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49 signed up to speak at Walmart appeal hearing
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • February 25, 2013
Feb. 23: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: 49 signed up to speak at Walmart appeal hearing; Stop signs on Sarasota County Commission agenda; Arts Center seeks entries for exhibition; PHOTO GALLERY: Youth Fishing Tournament; Black Tie Untied

  • Siesta Key
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Wal-mart Stores Inc. representatives seek support for their 98,000-square-foot supercenter planned for Ringling Boulevard, while opponents argue the project was not allowed in the city's zoning code.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • February 25, 2013
49 signed up to speak at Walmart appeal hearing

The public comment session of the Tuesday hearing could run more than four hours.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Existing and proposed stop signs at the intersection of Beechwood Avenue and Crestwood Avenue. Courtesy image
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 25, 2013
Stop signs on Sarasota County Commission agenda

The Sarasota County Traffic Advisory Council approved a resolution for a four-way stop at the intersection of Beechwood Avenue and Crestwood Avenue Dec. 10, to slow non-resident traffic.

  • Sarasota
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Chairwoman Eileen Curd with her husband, Howard Curd
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 24, 2013
Eight Over 80

Eight Over 80

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