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Cynthia Peterson, CEO of the Center for Architecture Sarasota, sits in McCullough Pavillion — the center' s home, which was recently added to the National Register of Historic Places.
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  • David Conway
  • March 30, 2017
Architectural groups build a foundation of knowledge

By helping residents learn more about design, local foundations are giving a whole new meaning to Sarasota school of architecture.

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Two of the three candidates in the May 9 runoff — Jen Ahearn-Koch, Hagen Brody and Martin Hyde — will win a seat on the commission.
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  • David Conway
  • March 30, 2017
New dynamics shape city election

Pro-STOP! vs. anti-STOP! Democrats vs. Republicans. With just three candidates vying for two City Commission seats, will a binary narrative define the race?

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The city worked with merchants and the film crew to coordinate the shooting earlier this month.
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  • David Conway
  • March 30, 2017
Filming disturbs St. Armands merchants

Despite restrictions on special events in St. Armands Circle during season, film crews are allowed to gather footage in the commercial district.

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Property owner Wayne Ruben asks the Sarasota Farmers Market to consider remaining on State Street at a meeting Tuesday.
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  • David Conway
  • March 30, 2017
Farmers market move sparks vigorous debate

Sarasota Farmers Market vendors and customers aren’t eager to relocate a portion of the event, but many hope to avoid the headaches that come with construction.

  • Sarasota
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Former Superintendent Lori White sits with students at Gocio Elementary School. White retired from her position in February 2017.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • March 30, 2017
A legacy of learning

The community gives back to honor former Superintendent Lori White.

  • Sarasota
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Aliyah Cunningham.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 30, 2017
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 03.30.17

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 03.30.17

  • Sarasota
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Alex Rodman.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 30, 2017
Sarasota High Five Moments: 03.30.17

Sarasota High Five Moments: 03.30.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
In addition to the Herald-Tribune building, the former World of Beer property has been targeted as a potential medical marijuana operation.
    By
  • David Conway
  • March 30, 2017
APRIL FOOLS: Could marijuana businesses light up downtown Sarasota?

A group of investors sees marijuana as a cash crop that could spark activity in the lethargic east end of downtown — but will residents and officials harsh their buzz?

  • Sarasota
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Enjoy this week' s edition of Cops Corner.
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  • David Conway
  • March 30, 2017
Cops Corner: Sarasota 3.30.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • March 29, 2017
Teen Court tells Herstory

Teen Court of Sarasota County hosts a panel to discuss women in the field of law to celebrate Women's History Month.

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  • Neighbors
Entrepreneur Jesse Biter has started work on a new residential development in downtown Sarasota.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • March 29, 2017
Work starts on 97 downtown Sarasota apartments

BOLD Lofts is the latest residential project to break ground in the area.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • March 29, 2017
Campaign Against Summer Hunger kicks off fourth year

All Faiths Food Bank and its community partners campaign to feed 35,000 children with summer campaign.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Photo by Heather Lauren Photography
    A time to celebrate |
  • March 29, 2017
Just Married: Laura Cappiello and Martin Haas

Laura Cappiello and Martin Haas had their dream wedding ceremony on March 11 at the Ca' d'Zan.

  • Sarasota
  • Celebrations
Donna Betts, 62, allegedly pointed a rifle at Sarasota Crew rowers and coaches Monday.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • March 28, 2017
Dickey Betts’ wife allegedly points rifle at Sarasota Crew rowers

Sarasota County deputies arrested 62-year-old Donna Betts for allegedly brandishing a rifle as rowers prepared for practice.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Swan boats
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • March 27, 2017
APRIL FOOLS -- Region looks to swan boats to solve traffic

250-boat fleet will be world's largest

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