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Elisabeth Waters of Sarasota says routine exercise is "something you do, and you're proud that you're doing it and you still can do it."
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • December 3, 2017
Elisabeth Waters remains a picture of health

When it comes to self improvement, consistency outweighs intent.

  • Health
If a site plan is approved, the new lease for the Lido Beach pool and pavilion would begin in May 2018.
    By
  • David Conway
  • December 1, 2017
City sticks with Lido pavilion lease deal

City Commissioner Willie Shaw reversed his position on leasing the Lido Beach pool and pavilion to a private operator, but the majority of the board remained in favor.

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Rick Piccolo, President and CEO of Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, called the new flight a "home run" for the area.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • December 1, 2017
SRQ announces nonstop flight to Pittsburgh

The flights will run Mondays and Fridays starting Feb. 23, 2018.

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Alexander Pier serves during the Senior Clay Courts Super Category II Tournament.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 1, 2017
Super Cat II Tournament brings tennis competition to Longboat

Tournament play began on Nov. 28 and continues until Dec. 3 at the Longboat Key Public Tennis Center.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • December 1, 2017
CAC swings for a big(ger) top

Circus Arts Conservatory’s most recent capital campaign is about more than just a building.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • December 1, 2017
Downtown Sarasota lights holiday tree

The Sarasota Downtown Merchants Association hosted its annual tree lighting event Nov. 30 in Five Points Park.

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  • Neighbors
Peter Hull surveys the damage on Ogden Street on north Siesta Key.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • November 30, 2017
Looking back at a big hurricane season for Sarasota County

This season only brought two named storms to Sarasota. One you probably forgot. One you never will.

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    By
  • Ryan Butler
  • November 30, 2017
Special election Democratic candidates share their views ahead of primary

Margaret Good and Ruta Jouniari explain in their own words why they should represent their party in the District 72 special election primary.

  • Sarasota
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  • Cassidy Alexander
  • November 30, 2017
Going forward, Pinecraft community looks into the past

A set of proposed zoning changes to the Pinecraft neighborhood are meant to enhance its way of life and accommodate historical practices.

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Senior quarterback Arthur Brantley IV gets coin toss instructions from coach Josh Smithers as he, junior Julian Lowenstein, senior Stephon Turner and junior Johnny Dawson wait to walk to midfield.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 30, 2017
Riverview football seniors will remember the team's bond

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
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Bridget Ziegler
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • November 30, 2017
The board ceiling is broken

Tension has permeated the Sarasota School Board for three years. But with a new chair (a disrupter) and vice chair (the establishment), this is welcomed progress.

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Natalie Oliver.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 30, 2017
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Natalie Oliver

The Riverview girls soccer junior talks goal-scoring and scuba diving.

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Johnnie Williams IV.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 30, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 11.30.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 11.30.17

  • Sarasota
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Michael Bush II and Michael Bush after Bush II's second-place finish at states last season. Photo courtesy Michael Bush.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 30, 2017
Sarasota senior wrestler takes final shot at state title

Michael Bush II has spent the offseason prepping new moves.

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 30, 2017
Sarasota weather page photo: Nov. 30

Phil Stone photographed this caracara, not commonly seen in Sarasota, on Palmer Boulevard near Celery Fields.

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