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The rehabilitation center Pines of Sarasota will soon be replaced.
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  • Brynn Mechem
  • February 26, 2019
Philanthropy makes possible new facilities at Pines of Sarasota

New buildings fully funded through a donation from the Esther & Harold Mertz Foundation.

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The fire at Pioneer Park Playground occurred at 9 p.m. on Feb. 25. Photo courtesy of the Sarasota Police Department.
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  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 26, 2019
Officials investigate Pioneer Park playground fire

Officials responded to the fire — located at Pioneer Park, 1121 Cocoanut Avenue — at approximately 9:08 p.m.

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LaShawn Frost is the principal of Booker Middle School. Photo courtesy of Sarasota County Schools.
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  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 25, 2019
Booker Middle School principal to serve on Arts Schools Network Board

According to Sarasota County Schools, the association is comprised of art leaders, schools and organizations from around the country.

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Elle the Mermaid swam for attendees of the Junior League Tour of Homes.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 25, 2019
Sarasota Junior League takes a peek into homes

The Tour of Homes expanded to six houses this year.

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    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 25, 2019
Sarasota County Schools to hold second district-wide safety drill

Exercises in awareness and safety will be ongoing through the SCSPD at Sarasota County public schools.

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Attendees were given a cupcake on the way out.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 24, 2019
Jewish Federation celebrates 60 years in Sarasota

The campus will now be named after Larry Greenspon.

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Sara Bartlett and Kathy Danco
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 23, 2019
The Crowley Museum and Nature Center takes a trip back through time

The 10th annual Southwest Florida Heritage Festival took place on Feb. 23.

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Jean Rivoli and Eleanor Villardi
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 23, 2019
St. Michael the Archangel decides to go green

The church celebrated an Irish Night to celebrate St. Patrick's Day early.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 23, 2019
Historic Spanish Point flies with Fairy House Festival

From face painting to arts and crafts, the 6th annual Fairy House Festival had activities for all ages over the weekend.

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Literacy Council of Sarasota Board President Vincente Medine with LCS Executive Director Tom Melville
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  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 22, 2019
The new word on the street in Sarasota

The 12th Literacy Matters Luncheon took place on Feb. 22.

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    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • February 22, 2019
Allegiant launches first of nine new destinations from Sarasota today

Flights to Baltimore and Asheville, N.C., precede seven more new flights in April.

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Phillippe Diederich, also known professionally as Danny Lopez, set his latest novel "The Last Breath" on Siesta Key.
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  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 22, 2019
Author sets a mystery book on Siesta Key

"The Last Breath" author will be available to meet on Feb. 28.

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Michael and Terri Klauber.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 22, 2019
Michael's on East receives its 29th four-diamond rating

The restaurant was rated for service, food and decor by AAA.

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Dr. El Shahawy holding a large heart model.
    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • February 21, 2019
Understanding heart rate and health

If heart rate readings seem like a jumble of numbers, cardiologist El Shahawy is here to help dispel your confusion and arm you with knowledge.

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Amber Schrag helped carry the Sarasota Christian girls basketball team. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 21, 2019
Under-appreciated athletes of the winter sports season

Under-appreciated athletes of the winter sports season include people from Sarasota High, Riverview High, Sarasota Military Academy, Sarasota Christian and Cardinal Mooney High.

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