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Paul O’Brien, Debbie Ahmari, Jane Nutter Johnson, Lynn Walters, Terry “T-Bone” Rhodes, Joyce Zimmerman and Veronica Morgan are among those in the creative community eager to see an Artspace project come to Sarasota.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 30, 2017
Artists push for housing project

Local creatives say an affordable live/work development could help address many needs.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 30, 2017
Cops Corner: Man arrested for stealing candy

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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The approved lease deal would allow a private operator to add a 200-seat restaurant at the Lido pavilion, among other changes.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 29, 2017
City to revisit Lido pavilion lease

During a special meeting about the proposed form-based code, the city will discuss rescinding a lease agreement for the Lido Beach pool and pavilion.

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The Quality of Life Ordinance puts stricter regulations on camping in parks and defines criteria for law enforcement to move people to a shelter.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • November 29, 2017
Sheriff needs funding to enforce homeless plan

The Sheriff's Office needs $617,000 to fund staffing and equipment necessary to enforce the Quality of Life Ordinance.

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U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson, D-Fla.
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • November 29, 2017
Unfair for 155 years

Sen. Bill Nelson laments how the Republicans’ proposed tax reform is unfair. Duh. The U.S. tax system has never been fair. But we’ll take the corporate tax cut over no cut.

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  • Opinion
The property at 20 N. Washington Blvd. is one of several the county is selling to replenish its economic uncertainty fund.
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  • Cassidy Alexander
  • November 29, 2017
County selling surplus land to add back to reserves

The county took $5.4 million from its economic uncertainty fund to balance the budget. Now there's a plan to put that money back.

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Sarasota Police Chief Bernadette DiPino shakes hands with Sloan after swearing her into office.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 29, 2017
Girls Inc. swears in new town officials

The mock town of Dream Harbor has a new class of leaders.

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Division four winners Bill Vancelette, Rita Karns and Joanne and Tom Ivaskiv from last year's tournament.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 29, 2017
Net your competition at the Observer Challenge Tennis Tournament

The tournament kicks off with a cocktail party on Dec. 7 and concludes with finals on Dec. 10.

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Downtown Sarasota Holiday Parade file photo.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 28, 2017
Downtown Sarasota roads to close for parade

The annual holiday parade takes place Dec. 2.

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    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 24, 2017
Riverview football's season ended by Dr. Phillips

The Rams scored a season-low 19 points in the loss, though they had opportunities for more.

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The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office is reminding citizens to shop smart and stay safe this holiday season.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • November 23, 2017
Sheriff's Office cautions safe holiday shopping

The busy shopping season kicks off with Black Friday, and the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has a few tips for shopping smart this year.

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  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 23, 2017
Hundreds gather for Thanksgiving luncheon

Hundreds gathered at St. Martha Catholic Church for the 17th annual Sarasota Ministerial Association's 17th annual Thanksgiving celebration on Nov. 22.

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A Lucky's Gourmet Market opened its doors in October, and helped usher in a new wave of customers to the Westfield Siesta Key.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • November 22, 2017
Siesta Key mall lures new traffic with new focus

A flurry of restaurant openings in the second half of 2017 appeal to customers.

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2017 was a good year for tourism in Sarasota.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • November 22, 2017
September’s tourism soars on Irma, rowing

Hurricane, the World Rowing Championships and digital advertising are all part of the year’s tourism gains.

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A zookeeper navigates debris in the park just after Hurricane Irma. Photo courtesy Jungle Gardens.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • November 22, 2017
Hurricane damage cancels annual holiday event at Sarasota Jungle Gardens

The Holiday Lights display is taking off a year, but by early 2018 the park is expected to be fully operational — with a few improvements.

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