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Orion Kerkering was named to the Philadelphia Phillies postseason roster Oct. 3.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 27, 2024
5 Sarasota baseball stars making waves in the big leagues

The area has several candidates for breakouts this season, with an MLB debut a possibility.

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A conceptual rendering shows a reimagined New College East Campus on land the college plans to acquire from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • March 27, 2024
Airport authority approves land sale to New College

Before the college can purchase the 31 acres for $11.5 million, the sale must be approved by the FAA and funded by the state.

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Wandering spouse wants to be left alone
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 27, 2024
Wandering spouse wants to be left alone

A man who doesn't want to go home tells police he wants his husband to quit following him downtown. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

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Neil Rainford was sworn into office as Sarasota County District 3 commissioner on June 13, 2023.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • March 27, 2024
Sarasota County commissioners challenge staff to consider tax cut

During the first budget session for fiscal year 2025, Neil Rainford said keeping the flat tax rate assumption should be questioned.

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Project 180 founder and CEO announces retirement
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  • Observer Staff
  • March 27, 2024
Project 180 founder and CEO announces retirement

A search for a new CEO is underway for the inmate reintegration organization.

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In a world of red lipsticks, artist Miriam Cassell chose blue.
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  • Eric Snider
  • March 27, 2024
Lido Shores activist has created art with purpose all her life

Artist Miriam Cassell doesn’t just dare to be different. She knows no other way.

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The balcony of Congressman Vern Buchanan's former penthouse in The Plaza at Five Points offers views of downtown and Sarasota Bay.
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  • March 26, 2024
US Rep. Vern Buchanan's former Sarasota penthouse listed at $6M

Previously owned by U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, the Plaza at Five Points penthouse has been fully renovated.

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A rendering of the preferred alternative to the Little Ringling Bridge looking toward the west.
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  • Andrew Warfield
  • March 26, 2024
Single-span bridge preferred to replace for Little Ringling Bridge

A single bridge to replace the twin spans would cost an estimated $59.1 million. Construction would not begin until 2028.

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The boat launch at Centennial Park will be closed April 1-5 for repairs.
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  • March 26, 2024
Centennial Park boat launch will be closed April 1-5

Emergency repairs are needed to fix submerged damage resulting in hazards for boat trailers.

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The new owners of The Boatyard plan upgrades but aren’t releasing details for the property yet.
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  • Louis Llovio
  • March 26, 2024
Landmark Siesta Key property is under new ownership

The Boatyard is in the hands of entrepreneur Chris Brown and could be ripe for some significant changes.

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Benjamin Aguilar, who trains with EVO Athletics, is now in his final year of junior gymnastics.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 26, 2024
Siesta Key gymnast sets his sights on a national championship

Eighteen-year-old Benjamin Aguilar will compete for the U.S. Military Academy next season. Before he goes, he wants one more crack at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships in May.

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A downtown Sarasota building where Chase will consolidate two branches has sold.
    By
  • Louis Llovio
  • March 25, 2024
Downtown Sarasota bank building sells for $5.75 million

The Fruitville Road building is the site of a new Chase bank branch that will consolidate two branches across from the Aster & Links project currently under construction.

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One of six properties listed for sale as part of a Sarasota portfolio.
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  • Louis Llovio
  • March 25, 2024
Sarasota commercial portfolio on the market for $77 million

The six properties are within a mile of one another Cattleman and Fruitville Roads.

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Sarasota Sheriff's Office arrests 10 in cocaine ring bust
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  • March 25, 2024
Sarasota Sheriff's Office arrests 10 in cocaine ring bust

The Sarasota County Special Investigations Section arrested and charged 10 suspects following a monthslong narcotics investigation.

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  • By Emily Leinfuss
  • March 25, 2024
Sarasota Yacht Club plans its expansion

The Sarasota Yacht Club has set into motion an extensive program of expansions and enhancements.

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