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  • February 18, 2010
Business Observer 02.18.10

Denise M. Pope has joined Tidewell Hospice as its executive vice president of philanthropy.

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  • Observer Staff
  • February 18, 2010
Cops Corner 02.18.10

A terrified complainant reported a black Chihuahua was standing in front of the above address and growled every time it was approached.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • February 18, 2010
Siesta Key condo sells for $757,500

Douglas Root and Jonathan Bucher, of Springboro, Ohio, sold their Unit 474 condominium at 6342 Midnight Pass Road to Bogey Buster LLC for $757,500.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Robin Roy
  • February 17, 2010
January real estate sales up 58%

Although the number of sales showed strong gains, the sale prices were a different story.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • February 16, 2010
St. Thomas More women get fashion fix

Dillard's garbs the St. Thomas More Women's Club in elegant style.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Robin Roy
  • February 16, 2010
Pursuit of downtown visitors center to continue

The Downtown Improvement District board will keep pushing the Sarasota Convention and Visitors Bureau to locate an office on or near Main Street.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • February 15, 2010
Boys and Girls Clubs celebrate 40th anniversary at circus

This year marks the 40-year milestone of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • February 15, 2010
Barbetta court hearing canceled

Two groups suing County Commissioner Joe Barbetta wanted a judge to seize his computer, but because the two sides may reach an agreement, the court date was called off.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • February 13, 2010
'Stupid Cupid' party all fun, no fuss

Junior League held its annual "Stupid Cupid" Valentine's Day party at Libby's.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • February 12, 2010
Renovated Osprey hotel ready for grand opening

The owners of Bentley's Resort say they have converted a two-star motel into a four-star hotel.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 11, 2010
SYC foundation races to meet Cuba regatta deadline

The yacht-club foundation needs OFAC approval by Feb. 15 to proceed with plans.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Roy
  • February 11, 2010
City to discuss pension reductions

Lowering the retirement payout for both police and general city employees could save taxpayers more than $230 million.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Robin Roy
  • February 11, 2010
Police panel debates mission

Police Advisory Panel Chairwoman Susan Chapman rehashed events during a police-brutality investigation, but some of her fellow panel members felt it was a waste of valuable time.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Robin Roy
  • February 11, 2010
Mystery man no longer

To address his critics in city government and among city residents, City Manager Bob Bartolotta has dramatically increased his visibility and accessibility.

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    By
  • Robin Roy
  • February 11, 2010
Visitors center proposed for Palm Avenue garage

Downtown Improvement District board member Andrew Foley suggested leasing a space in the soon-to-be-built parking garage to better serve Sarasota tourists.

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