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The staff of the Circus Arts Conservatory celebrates with its award.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • November 24, 2020
Taking the bull by the horns

Two Sarasota groups win business awards for shifting gears in a pandemic.

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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • November 24, 2020
Commissioners discuss single-member districts, future of county elections

After the 2020 elections, commissioners want to gauge public opinion on single-member districts.

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The Sarasota County Courthouse was built in 1927 on land owned by Charles Ringling.
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  • Brynn Mechem
  • November 23, 2020
County courthouse given historic designation

The courthouse was built on land owned by Charles Ringling and first opened its doors in 1927.

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  • Harry Sayer
  • November 22, 2020
Temple Emanu-El families get thankful

The monthly event had a Thanksgiving theme on Nov. 21.

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  • Neighbors
Unit 302 of the Oceane condominiums was built in 2019 with four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths and more than 4,200 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • November 22, 2020
Condo sells for $4.45 million in Siesta's Oceane

Residential real estate transactions for Nov. 9-13.

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    By
  • Brendan Lavell
  • November 20, 2020
Riverview romps to shutout win over Lennard

Riverview defense dominates Lennard in shutout win

  • Sarasota
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Emergency Services Director Rich Collins said the county has enough applicants to hit the total $75.7 million it has to allocate and not go over.Â
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • November 20, 2020
County pauses federal relief funding applications

Applications already in the system will be processed. New applications will begin if the county doesn't reach its $75 million limit with existing applications.

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City Manager Tom Barwin is asking the commission to waive a provision in his contract requiring him to give 60 days notice before leaving his position.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 20, 2020
City manager outlines proposed terms of departure

After announcing his intent to discuss retirement plans earlier this month, Tom Barwin is prepared to leave his position with the city by the end of the year.

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    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • November 20, 2020
Local artists showcase works at Rosemary Ramble

The outdoor event was held Nov. 19.

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 19, 2020
Sarasota weather page photo: November 19

Michael Cohen captured this grasshopper on Lido Key.

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Michaela Mattes.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 19, 2020
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Michaela Mattes

The Cardinal Mooney swimmer talks Olympic Trials cuts and the advice she always follows.

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The Sarasota Orchestra held the opening concert of its "On the Road with SO" series at G.T. Bray Park in Bradenton on Nov. 15, an event that featured the Sarasota Brass Quintet. Photo courtesy Sarasota Orchestra.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 19, 2020
Performing arts groups take their shows outside

As COVID-19 continues to limit indoor performances, Sarasota's arts community is pursuing opportunities to play outdoors.

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Planning consultant Joel Freedman presents plans for the Arlington Commons project at a community workshop in August 2019. The development team is now scrapping its initial application and preparing a new proposal. File photo.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 19, 2020
Arlington Park developer withdraws project

After expressing opposition to the Arlington Commons proposal, residents hope new plans will be more in line with their desires.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 19, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 11.19.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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Matthew Johnson, owner of SRQ Smoke and Vape Shop, is optimistic that enhanced outdoor signage will bring more people into his business despite the effects of COVID-19.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 19, 2020
Downtown group launches storefront grant program

The Downtown Improvement District hopes partnering with merchants on improvement projects will help draw customers during a challenging time.

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