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The city hopes to have an updated draft code ready for review later this summer.
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  • David Conway
  • April 19, 2018
Form-based code review hits snag

Concern from both residents and city officials has delayed the potential adoption of new zoning regulations.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • April 19, 2018
Cops Corner: Sarasota 4.19.18

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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The district contracts with local agencies like the Sheriff’s Office for security. As early as next year, the district plans to hire its own officers.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • April 18, 2018
Sarasota Schools still faces budget deficit with plan to instate own police force

Although the district will save some money with the choice to start its own internal police force, it's not enough to cover the security-related deficit.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • April 18, 2018
SPARCC celebrates season accomplishments

On April 18, auxiliary members and ambassadors gathered for a spring luncheon at The Harbourside Ballroom.

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    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • April 18, 2018
Winners of Embracing our Differences honored at reception

On April 17, Embracing our Differences held a reception for the winners of its juried exhibit promoting diversity.

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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • April 18, 2018
Group to give ideas for land by Celery Fields

Fresh Start took five months to narrow down four proposals for county-owned land outside the Celery Fields. Now it's time for the County Commission to weigh in.

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Senior Kathryn Richards studied stem cell regeneration this year in the MaST program.
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  • Cassidy Alexander
  • April 18, 2018
Sailors climb the MaST

Seniors in a science magnet program at Sarasota High School invite you to check out the results of their year-long research projects at an April 25 symposium.

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  • Observer Staff
  • April 18, 2018
Motorcyclist killed in Sarasota County crash

No other injuries reported in 7:25 p.m. collision at Beneva Road and Sarasota Square Boulevard.

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  • Katie Johns
  • April 18, 2018
You Observed: Mini Masters honors treasured tradition

On April 5, 24 golfers held their own Masters Tournament.

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St. Armands leaders hope to build two bathroom structures on Boulevard of the Presidents and John Ringling Boulevard.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 17, 2018
St. Armands bathroom plans advance

St. Armands Circle leaders are moving ahead in their quest to add public restrooms, but city officials have questions about the scope of any project.

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Sarasota County Schools currently contracts with agencies like the Sarasota Police Department to provide security at schools, but as early as next year some students could see the district's own police force on campus.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • April 17, 2018
Sarasota County Schools to hire internal police force

After looking at the options, board members agree they'd rather start their own police force from the ground up than contract with local law enforcement agencies for security services.

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Sarasota Architectural Foundation Board of Directors chair Christopher Wilson and board member Michael Kalman unveil a plaque honoring Paul Rudolph.
    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • April 17, 2018
Paul Rudolph Way renovation commemorated at Sarasota High School

The renovation of the Paul Rudolph-designed walkway is completed.

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    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • April 17, 2018
Painting a brighter future for historic Newtown home

New College of Florida students and Newtown residents came together on April 14 to beautify the Wright Bush home.

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Jordan Letschert
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • April 17, 2018
Candidate joins race to represent Siesta Key on County Commission

Jordan Letschert will race against Al Maio, Lourdes Ramirez and Wesley Beggs for the office.

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The Police Department said it could take some time to identify the human remains.
    By
  • David Conway
  • April 16, 2018
Police investigate found human remains

The Sarasota Police Department is working to identify human remains found in the 1900 block of Gillespie Avenue this afternoon.

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