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Driving down Estero Boulevard, the main road that runs the length of Fort Myers Beach, the widespread destruction that Hurricane Ian wrought is still on full display.
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  • Louis Llovio
  • June 25, 2024
Condo owners hit again as Citizens requests 14.2% rate hike

Already facing increased assessments and association fees, the state’s condo dwellers may see insurance costs jump as Citizens Property Insurance Corp. looks for rate hike.

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Wendi Chapman helped launch and grow the Sarasota Tiger 21 Chapter in early 2022.
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  • Mark Gordon
  • June 25, 2024
Peer group for multimillionaires grows in Sarasota

Tiger 21 connects the uber-wealthy with the uber-wealthy in a rapidly growing — and exclusive — niche.

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Sarasota Memorial Hospital recently released its 2024 Community Update.
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  • June 25, 2024
Sarasota Memorial Hospital report touts 2023 expansion

The 2024 Community Update highlights growth, rankings and 1.7 million patient visits systemwide.

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Small businesses honored at Sarasota Chamber event
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  • June 24, 2024
Small businesses honored at Sarasota Chamber event

Thirty businesses in 10 different categories were recognized with awards.

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  • Andrew Warfield
  • June 24, 2024
Sarasota County Commission proposes 37-year low millage rate

With assessed value still rising, Sarasota County staff is directed to craft a budget based on a rate of 3.30 mils on residential and commercial property.

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Visitors viewing the Florida Highwaymen exhibit in the summer of 2024.
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  • June 23, 2024
Highwaymen exhibit at City Hall refreshed with new paintings

The exhibit continues with more unique artwork from members of the Florida Artists Hall of Fame.

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Natasha Clemons
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  • Ian Swaby
  • June 22, 2024
Newtown Juneteenth Celebration celebrates progress

The event brought together local vendors in recognition of the holiday.

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Sarasota Sheriff's Office undercover operation nets 15 arrests
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  • June 21, 2024
Sarasota Sheriff's Office undercover operation nets 15 arrests

Operation Stamp Out seized drugs and cash. Two suspects remain at large.

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A section of N. Casey Key Road collapsed June 20, county officials say, after torrential rains the week before.
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  • June 21, 2024
Casey Key road washout blamed on June 13 storm

Repairs are underway, county officials say.

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Candidates for the Sarasota County Public Hospital Board attended a forum June 20 hosted by the Sarasota Tiger Bay Club.
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  • Jim DeLa
  • June 21, 2024
Hospital board candidates square off at Tiger Bay forum

Growth, the role of the board and medical freedom were hot topics.

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A rendering of Artist Court at the corner of South Washington Boulevard and Adams Lane.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • June 21, 2024
Hundreds of downtown housing units inch toward approval

Four projects totaling 264 residences, 126 of them affordable housing, earn DRC partial sign-off.

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The newest officers of the Sarasota Police Department during a swearing-in ceremony in April 2024.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • June 20, 2024
Police recruiters work to fill every sworn position

Law enforcement veterans say Sarasota is an easy sell when recruiting officers for the SPD.

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Cardinal Mooney High football celebrates its first state championship since 1972.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • June 20, 2024
The top 10 moments of the 2023-2024 Sarasota high school sports year

Six teams or individuals won state titles this school year, and plenty more came close.

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The home at 238 Island Circle has four bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 2,854 square feet of living area.
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  • Adam Hughes
  • June 20, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for June 3-7 in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey and Nokomis

A home in Sarasota Beach tops the week's sales at $3 million.

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Plans are to add floors 3-8 to the end of the Art Ovation hotel to include eight new rooms and a rooftop expansion.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • June 20, 2024
Art Ovation hotel plans eight-room expansion

New floors are planned to be added above existing space at the northwest corner of the current building.

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