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The pool at Selby Aquatic Center is Olympic-sized, allowing the Sarasota Sharks to practice on longer courses.
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • August 29, 2019
Commissioners put a hold on pool lease with Sarasota Sharks

The lease would allow the Sharks to maintain control of the Selby Aquatic Center for up to the next 30 years.

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Riverview High senior girls swimmer Emma Weyant won gold in the 400 IM at the 2019 Phillips 66 National Championships. Photo courtesy Emma Weyant.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 29, 2019
Riverview swimmer not distracted by national success

Emma Weyant won the 400 IM at the 2019 Phillips 66 National Championships in California

  • Sarasota
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Cardinal Mooney junior Ashley "Skye" Ekes (14) finished off the Rams with a kill.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 29, 2019
Prose and Kohn: Cardiac cats

Cougars prove their mettle in an epic comeback against Riverview.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • August 29, 2019
Our View: What's the strategy?

Add up all the projects the city talks about, and the total would top $600 million. Is there really a plan or strategy for all this?

  • Sarasota
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Casey Willis.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 29, 2019
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Casey Willis

She plays volleyball for Pine View School and EVO Athletics.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Perrone Construction began demolishing the home at 1233 Hillview Drive earlier this month. Photo courtesy Perrone Construction
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 29, 2019
Waterfront teardowns come with a price

Demand for homes on the water is driving buyers to demolish older houses in Sarasota neighborhoods.

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Architect Michael Halflants hoped Whitaker Lofts would be a defining project for the North Trail. Rendering courtesy Halflants + Pichette Architects.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 29, 2019
North Trail plans promote walkability

As a developer works on a mixed-use project, the Sarasota City Commission will consider new regulations for the North Trail.

  • Sarasota
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The Sarasota Orchestra's initial proposal, envisioned in this rendering, called for the use of seven acres in Payne Park. Some officials now think the project could be done using a smaller segment of the park.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 29, 2019
City makes overture to keep Sarasota Orchestra

City officials want to re-engage the orchestra to keep the arts organization in the city — which could mean reconsidering the use of land in Payne Park.

  • Sarasota
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The arc-shapred pier and other features were adjusted in the latest version of Phase 1.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 29, 2019
The Bay Sarasota updates Phase 1 proposal

The bayfront planning group said public input contributed to a revised design concept for a forthcoming public park project.

  • Sarasota
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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 29, 2019
Cops Corner: Sarasota 8.29.19

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
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The Exchange features two paintings with ties to the 1960s.
    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • August 28, 2019
A canvas to the past

The Exchange recently took in two paintings with ties to the 1960's rock scene.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The Selby Gardens master plan, depicted in this rendering, has drawn criticism for elements proposed on the east side of the site. Marie Selby's relatives praised the preservation of gardens and bayfront access to the west.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 28, 2019
Marie Selby’s relatives endorse garden master plan

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens announced eight of Selby’s great-nephews and great-nieces support a controversial plan to redesign the campus on Sarasota's bayfront.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • August 27, 2019
Sarasota County selects new director of Public Utilities

Mike Mylett has served as interim director since April.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The City Commission will finalize its plans for Bobby Jones at an undetermined point in the future.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 27, 2019
City Commission undecided on Bobby Jones renovation

Having previously endorsed a 45-hole project at the city-owned golf course, officials are now considering a reduction to 36, 27 or 18 holes.

  • Sarasota
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Father Frederick Robinson, the rector for Church of the Redeemer on Palm Avenue.
    By
  • Whitney Elfstrom
  • August 27, 2019
Church of the Redeemer rector welcomes first grandchild

Ayla Kessel-Robinson was born on Aug. 19 and was 7 pound 8 ounces.

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