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Sarasota

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  • Shane Donglasan
  • October 9, 2018
Going gold for childhood cancer awareness

Sarasota County schools raised more than $17,000 for childhood cancer research.

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  • Neighbors
The Players Centre will continue operating out of the Tamiami Trail property until construction on a new campus at Lakewood Ranch is complete.
    By
  • Kevin McQuaid
  • October 9, 2018
Players Centre buyer unveiled

Capstone Management is adding the bayfront-adjacent site to its growing portfolio of Sarasota properties.

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    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • October 8, 2018
Bea Friedman, patron of the orchestra, dies at 98

A philanthropist who gave without fanfare, "Queen Bea" leaves behind a legacy of giving.

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  • Neighbors
The Lounge Wizards were one of 65 bands to play at this year’s Porchfest.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • October 7, 2018
Porchfest tunes up Arlington Park

This year's Porchfest, which took place on Oct. 7, featured sounds from 65 bands.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • October 7, 2018
Local Democrats gear up for upcoming election

The Democratic Club of Sarasota and Longboat Key Democratic Club partnered together to host a fundraising dinner featuring MSNBC Contributor Jill Wine-Banks.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 5, 2018
Cardinal Mooney football holds off Southeast to remain unbeaten

After taking a 27-0 lead, the Cougars hung on to win 30-20

  • Sarasota
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Sarasota football roundup: 10.05.18
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 5, 2018
Sarasota football roundup: 10.05.18

Sarasota football roundup: 10.05.18

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The project design calls for the bricking of Lemon Avenue south of Main Street to mirror the look of the Lemon Avenue mall, located to the north.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 5, 2018
City delays Lemon Avenue streetscape work

Responding to concern from downtown businesses, the city won’t begin construction until after season.

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Selby President and CEO Jennifer Rominiecki addresses the audience at a community workshop at City Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 3.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 5, 2018
Selby Gardens master plan remains controversial

An updated proposal to renovate the botanical garden’s campus drew a mixed reaction from neighbors, with many concerned about the project’s effects on traffic.

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The Children's Fountain is expected to be open over the weekend.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 5, 2018
Children’s Fountain closes after lightning strike

The Children’s Fountain at Bayfront Park is closed today and Tuesday after lightning struck the attraction.

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Micah Braswell committed to Florida State University on Sept. 25.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 4, 2018
Tennis player overcomes stress fractures to earn spot at Florida State

The junior is a five-star prospect, according to the Tennis Recruiting Network

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  • Observer Staff
  • October 4, 2018
Sarasota weather page photo: Oct. 4

Michael Bajorek photographed this palm on Siesta Key.

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Carlye Perrigo.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 4, 2018
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Carlye Perrigo

The Riverview High sophomore talks being inspired by the Olympics and her love of travel

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The city has selected parking meters to install on St. Armands Circle, but it's unclear whether they will ever be installed downtown.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 4, 2018
Downtown group talks paid parking

The city intends to continue a conversation regarding downtown parking meters, but no plans are set.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 4, 2018
Cops Corner: Sarasota 10.4.18

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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