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Owners of Sarasota Kennel Club have not made clear what will happen to the track.
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  • Samantha Chaney
  • January 17, 2019
Sarasota Kennel Club's final season is underway

Amendment 13 has officially banned dog racing in the state of Florida. What does this mean for the Sarasota Kennel Club, its fans and its greyhounds?

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Cheryl Mendelson's work includes experience in the arts, education and healthcare fields.
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  • David Conway
  • January 17, 2019
Van Wezel Foundation hires CEO

The board announced Cheryl Mendelson, whose previous work includes an executive role at the Harris Theater in Chicago, will lead the foundation beginning in February.

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Brian Roberts welcomes participants at his Newtown clinic on Jan. 12.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 17, 2019
Star-studded clinic opens door for Newtown baseball

The Newtown baseball clinic was put on by former Baltimore Orioles All-Star Brian Roberts, with help from other community leaders

  • Sarasota
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Riverview sophomore defender Joey St. Onge out-leaps a Venice player for a header.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • January 17, 2019
Rams' stout defense has them in prime position

The Riverview High Rams boys soccer team is on track for another district title game berth, thanks in large part to its defense and goaltending.

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  • Observer Staff
  • January 17, 2019
Sarasota weather page photo: Jan. 17

Niki Muller photographed people fishing for mullet one morning on Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
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The Bay Island home at 707 Norsota Way recently sold for $3,114,000. Built in 1938, it has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 2,617 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $2.4 million in 2014.Â
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • January 17, 2019
Bay Island home sells for $3,114,000

Residential real estate transactions for Dec. 31-Jan. 4

  • Sarasota
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In the demolition notice for the SeaBreeze Inn, issued Dec. 19, 12 different violations are listed.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 17, 2019
North Trail buildings draw concerns

Residents want the city to take action to address issues associated with derelict motels, which has led to a demolition order for at least one structure.

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  • Brynn Mechem
  • January 16, 2019
Shaq spreads message of humor, kindness in Sarasota

The basketball Hall of Famer talked about life after sports at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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Pamela Nadalini was the subject of an investigation in which employees accused her of retaliation and bullying in the workplace.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 16, 2019
City fires auditor and clerk

Former City Auditor and Clerk Pamela Nadalini declined a request to resign, preserving her ability to take legal action against the city in the future.

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    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • January 16, 2019
The Lido mob wins

The developers’ withdrawal of their Lido Beach Pavilion plans will be a Pyrrhic victory. In the end, all the city’s residents will lose.

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  • Matt Walsh
  • January 16, 2019
How red tide affects an 11-year-old

We'll send your letter to Gov. Ron DeSantis

  • Longboat Key
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Levi works as an ambassador dog for Southeastern Guide Dogs.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • January 16, 2019
Barking good time at the Southeastern Guide Dogs Heroes Breakfast

Southeastern Guide Dogs hosted their annual Heroes Breakfast on Jan. 16 to honor veterans who have guide dogs and service dogs.

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Roger Pettingell, the No. 1 real estate agent in Sarasota and Manatee counties by total sales volume, sold this home at 622 S. Owl drive for $5.6 million. (Photo Courtesy)
    By
  • Brynn Mechem
  • January 16, 2019
Pettingell tops real estate volume for 7th consecutive year

The Longboat Key Realtor broke his 2017 number, which made him the first in Sarasota County to top $100 million in a year.

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Rhonda Leiberick, the program director for Habitat for Humanity of Sarasota, Barbara Beck, Habitat for Humanity of Florida President and CEO and Renee Snyder, Habitat for Humanity of Sarasota
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • January 15, 2019
Argus Foundation celebrates annual meeting

Florida Senator Bill Galvano was the speaker for the event.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Samantha Chaney
  • January 15, 2019
Sarasota deputies exemplify teamwork, dedication in K9 competition

Two Sarasota deputies earned first place awards in the Gulf Coast Police K9 Competition with their K9s companions earlier this month.

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