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The city wants to dredge Big Pass to renourish critically eroded portions of Lido Key, but Siesta Key residents remain opposed to the project.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 8, 2018
Judge recommends approving Big Pass dredge permit

A Florida administrative judge says the state should permit the city of Sarasota's proposed Lido Key renourishment project, despite protests from Siesta Key residents.

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  • Shane Donglasan
  • May 7, 2018
Sarasota Veg Fest celebrates eco-friendly living

Solutionary Events brought first ever Veg Fest to Sarasota on May 5.

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    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • May 7, 2018
Seagrass Survey and Festival celebrates the Sarasota Bay

The fourth annual Sarasota Bay Seagrass Survey and Festival brings volunteers to study the bay at the Sarasota Sailing Squadron.

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The Sarasota Police Department shared this image, reportedly of Ryan Flanzer at the 1350 Main condo building today.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 5, 2018
UPDATE: Downtown condo shooting suspect turns himself in

The Sarasota Police Department said Ryan M. Flanzer barricaded himself in a bayfront hotel before surrendering.

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  • Ryan Kohn
  • May 5, 2018
Track and field championships: Day two

Four champions highlight a strong final day for Sarasota and East County athletes.

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The giveaway starts at 10:30 a.m. Saturday.
    By
  • David Conway
  • May 4, 2018
County offers free comic books at libraries

On Saturday, as part of Free Comic Book Day, all Sarasota County libraries will give away comic books while supplies last.

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  • Cassidy Alexander
  • May 4, 2018
Main Street entrance to courthouse closed as restoration is completed

The closures will last an estimated eight weeks, but the building can still be accessed via Ringling Boulevard.

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  • Cassidy Alexander
  • May 4, 2018
'Travel + Leisure' recommends Sarasota as Memorial Day destination

Sarasota for Memorial Day? At least one expert recommended it on the Today show.

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  • Cassidy Alexander
  • May 4, 2018
Ziegler seeking re-election to Sarasota County School Board

Former teacher Nick Guy is challenging her for the seat.

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Lakewood Ranch senior Harry Barthelemy takes the leap during the 4A boys long jump.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • May 4, 2018
Track and field championships: Day one

Multiple area athletes qualify high for tomorrow's finals.

  • East County
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    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • May 4, 2018
Visit Sarasota County honors the faces of tourism

Members of the local tourism industry and Visit Sarasota County celebrated National Travel and Tourism Week at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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This hurricane season, residents can get a free ride from the county to evacuation centers if they need one.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • May 4, 2018
Sarasota County announces hurricane evacuation transport plan

There will be seven places in Sarasota and Longboat Key to hitch a ride from the county if you can't get to an evacuation center on your own in the event of a hurricane.

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Ryan Katchen and Caleb Ward jump and hug after Katchen scored for Cardinal Mooney against Gulf Coast.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • May 3, 2018
Cardinal Mooney boys lacrosse team makes history

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
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Josh Smithers watches over his Riverview High team at spring practice.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • May 3, 2018
Spring football practice is helpful for both old and new regimes

Spring games for area teams start next week.

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Burt Herman and Guy Eby during a book signing of Herman's book at Ormond Beach.
    By
  • Shane Donglasan
  • May 3, 2018
Sarasota resident Burt Herman publishes book about pilot who saved his life

A near death encounter and a meeting with his hero inspired Burt Herman to write a book about the incident that saved hundreds of lives.

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