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Selby Gardens hosts events such as its annual New Year’s Eve Gala at Michael’s on the Bay. The event space and partnership with Michael’s on East was the subject of scrutiny from the Sarasota County Property Appraiser.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 28, 2020
Property appraiser questions nonprofit tax exemptions

A challenge from the Sarasota County Property Appraiser could affect Selby Gardens, Mote Marine Laboratory, Florida Studio Theatre and other organizations.

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The city closed a portion of the 1300 block of Main Street over the weekend to accommodate expanded outdoor dining. Despite some rain, at least one restaurant in the area said the closure was a financial success.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 28, 2020
City to continue street closure tests

As the city experiments with using roads as space for outdoor dining and pedestrian passage, it's unclear what direction the program will take.

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Eateries such as Columbia Restaurant have expanded outdoor dining as COVID-19 regulations remain in place.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 28, 2020
Lido Beach reopening sparks hope for St. Armands recovery

The city is working with stores and merchants on the Circle to move more business activity outdoors.

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The prefabricated metal home was built to be assembled on-site — and could be dissembled if a plan for relocating it moves forward.
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  • David Conway
  • May 28, 2020
Arlington Park residents hope to relocate historic home

The neighborhood association wants to turn Sarasota’s last remaining Lustron house into a community center.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • May 28, 2020
Cops Corner: Sarasota 5.28.20

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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Dozens of cars circled the school.
    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • May 27, 2020
Bay Haven School of Basics Plus bids farewell to students with parade

The parade for graduating fifth grade students was held May 27.

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The home at 1131 Horizon View Drive was built in 1987 with five bedrooms, five baths, a pool and 4,989 square feet of living area.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • May 26, 2020
Tortoise Estates home sells for $870,000

Real estate transactions for May 11-15.

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  • Real Estate
The city said it has worked to communicate with residents in the area ahead of the extended Osprey Avenue closure. Image courtesy city of Sarasota.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 26, 2020
City closes Osprey Avenue for construction

For the second time in four years, work on the Lift Station 87 project will close a portion of the road near the Hudson Bayou for several months.

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  • Harry Sayer
  • May 25, 2020
Memorial Day Observance honors fallen heroes at Chaplain J.D. Hamel Park

Sarasota residents braved the weather for the patriotic observance on May 25.

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    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • May 23, 2020
Bobby Jones opens as nature trail

Municipal golf course, closed since the COVID-19 pandemic, opens its trails to cyclists, walkers.

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  • David Conway
  • May 22, 2020
Sarasota County Schools sticks with remote learning plans

Although Gov. Ron DeSantis lifted restrictions on youth activities, the school district will conduct its academic programming virtually this summer.

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  • By Michael Saunders & Company
  • May 22, 2020
Architectural enchantment: 4 homes with unique structure and vibrancy

Architectural enchantment: 4 homes with unique structure and vibrancy

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Manasota Veterans Inc. and the Manatee County Veterans' Council will host a Memorial Day event May 25. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • May 22, 2020
Manatee, Sarasota veterans honor fallen military members

A Facebook Live ceremony will offer a time to honor military on Memorial Day.

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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • May 21, 2020
Sarasota County can resume vacation rentals

A plan submitted to the state Monday was approved.

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Cancellations of mass gatherings are extending into the summer as COVID-19 continues to pose public health challenges.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 21, 2020
Fourth of July fireworks canceled on Siesta Key, Sarasota's bayfront

Organizers of the annual Independence Day fireworks shows said the decision was taken to ensure public safety and avoid the spread of COVID-19.

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