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  • Anna Brugmann
  • October 6, 2017
Sarasota chamber looks ahead after 'rebuilding year'

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce gave members an update on the past year and projections for the future during its annual meeting on Oct. 5.

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  • Neighbors
The Sarasota Police Department is still working to apprehend a suspect following Thursday's shooting.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 6, 2017
Sarasota police investigate Bay Street shooting

A man shot another man during a possible attempted robbery in a Publix parking lot early Thursday morning, the Sarasota Police Department says.

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  • October 5, 2017
Sarasota weather page photo: Oct. 5

Mary Tygh Parks captured this portrait of a limpkin at Myakka River State Park.

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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • October 5, 2017
PR firm cancels contract with Sarasota County Schools

The firm is citing problems with the district's communications staff and allegations that it used pseudonyms to post comments on a local newspaper's website as reasons it's canceling the contract.

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  • News
Benderson Development purchased the Landings Shopping Center in January. Photo courtesy Ten-X.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • October 5, 2017
New restaurants coming to South Tamiami Trail shopping center

The Apollonia Mediterranean Grill just leased space at the property, and the developer presented preliminary plans for an undisclosed restaurant with a drive through to the county.

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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • October 5, 2017
Wilkinson walks for National Walk to School Day

Students, faculty and parents shared their Wilkinson Wildcat pride while celebrating National Walk to School Day.

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    By
  • Adrian Moore
  • October 5, 2017
Florida and Sarasota are amazing

Florida does a much better job providing services to taxpayers.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Robbie Higgins watches his drive fly toward the flag.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 5, 2017
Cardinal Mooney boys golf's lefties have the team rolling

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Emily Schmieg and Michelle Sechser embrace before receiving their Lightweight Women's Double Sculls bronze medals.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 5, 2017
A week to remember: World Rowing Championships make a splash

The success of the championships has the area looking for another bid.

  • Sarasota
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Kayla Walker.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 5, 2017
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Kayla Walker

The Riverview volleyball senior talks her competitive side and a funny experience with energy bars.

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Arthur Brantley IV.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 5, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 10.05.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 10.05.17

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  • Sports
Joe Hembree and Mark Kauffman were developing the Lemon Avenue property in conjunction with the adjacent project at 1500 State St.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 5, 2017
Land dispute clouds Lemon Avenue development

A developer claims the city never had the right to sell a piece of property near Paul Thorpe Park for a private project.

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Since May 15, the average City Commission meeting has taken more than an hour and a half longer than the scheduled runtime.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 5, 2017
City Commission meeting lengths prompt concern

Commissioners agree their meetings are lasting too long. They just can't settle on a way to make them shorter.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • October 5, 2017
Cops Corner: Sarasota 10.5.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • October 4, 2017
Sarasota ball player moves into MLB coaching job

Sarasota native Kyle Snyder joins the Tampa Bay Rays as pitching coach.

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