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Sarasota

Despite some long lines, voting today has gone smoothly, according to the Sarasota County Supervisor of Election.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • November 6, 2012
Early voting down, yet absentee ballots have increased

Overall, thus far the total number of voters who either voted early or cast an absentee ballot before Election Day is slightly higher than the early turnout in 2008.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Austin Kuicken, Jada Prescod, Aysha Mohamed and Jaiden Kuicken dance to the music.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Chalk Chill VIP Party

Festivalgoers attended the Chalk Chill VIP Party of Friday Nov.2 on Laurel Street. Electrical violinist Willie Royal, from Willie & Lobo and Nicolaas Kraster from Lotus Fire performed while partygoers danced to the music. The atmosphere was fun and festive as people chatted on lounge couches and sipped on drinks.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The FDLE letter closes one chapter of the controversy surrounding the email allegations and resulting wave of scrutiny at City Hall.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • November 6, 2012
FDLE closes city computer investigation

The state law enforcement agency says there is no probable cause for charges.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A man walks past wearing his "I Voted" sticker after casting his ballot at First Presbyterian, one of the many polling places in town Wednesday, Nov. 6, Election Day.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Election Day

All over Sarasota and Manatee county people are casting their votes in the local, state and national elections.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Paola Ovies and Clara May Homeister
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Fall Family Festival

The Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast hosted a fall family festival at the Bay Preserve at Osprey Saturday, Nov. 3. Children and their families enjoyed activities, including face painting, games, a fitness center, exploring a fire truck, trolley rides and live music.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Niocholas Clifton, Ari Ginsberg-Klemmt and Jaden Probus pose after finishing their games.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Scholastic Chess Tournament

Young chess enthusiasts from all over the city gathered in the gymnasium of Faith Lutheran Church Saturday, Nov. 3 for a citywide youth tournament, hosted by Sarasota Scholastic Chess, a nonprofit organization formed to promote youth involvement in the game. Students put their skills to the test for the chance to win trophies and medals.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dave Christner and Julie Miller
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Christian Homecoming

Sarasota Christian School hosted its homecoming event Saturday, Nov. 3 at its campus. Alumni and students gathered to participate in fall festivities and sports, including kickball games. Guests enjoyed food and drink and reuniting with alumni.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Ken and Lois Seropian
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: SECA Car Show

Approximately 150 cars rolled onto Hillview Street for the second annual SECA Car Show, which benefits the Life of Riley Foundation. Guests admired the display of cars, which included classics, muscle cars and luxury cars of all eras.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
St. Armands merchants say the vote is a step forward.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • November 6, 2012
Commissioners move forward with St. Armands parking changes

The first change is for staff to come up with an immediate plan to remove parking "boxes" on the Circle.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Scott Anderson and Lee Peterson
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 6, 2012
Second Annual Keeping the Dream Alive

Second Annual Keeping the Dream Alive

  • Black Tie
Asolo Board President Bob Bartner and Warren Coville
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 5, 2012
Starry Night Dinner #1- "1776"

Starry Night Dinner #1- "1776"

  • Black Tie
Steve Bailey, Anastasia Stefanou, Bradley Hogreve and Thomas Shults
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • November 5, 2012
Annual Fall Fundraising Luncheon

Annual Fall Fundraising Luncheon

  • Black Tie
The gala was white themed with white decorations. Partygoers wore white as well.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • November 5, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Sinai Annual Illumination Fundraiser Gala

Temple Sinai held their Annual Illumination Fundraiser. The gala was white themed complete with a photo booth, dinner, and dancing. Partygoers bid on silent auction items ranging from jewelry to scuba diving lessons and all proceeds went to the Temple Sinai preschool.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as he reports the daily headlines.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 5, 2012
Nov. 5: Daily Headlines Video

Join us as we observe and report today's stories from Longboat Key, East County, Sarasota and Siesta Key.

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Basil, 10, got to attend the Republican rally with Martha Hudson Saturday, Nov. 3, at Dolphin Aviation.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 5, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Republican Rally

More than 200 people attended the Republican Party of Sarasota 2012 GOTV Rally Saturday, Nov. 3, at Dolphin Aviation.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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