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Some private property owners have invested in brick pavers or other sidewalk enhancements around St. Armands Circle.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 16, 2017
St. Armands sidewalks kick up concerns

Following complaints about deteriorating sidewalk segments along St. Armands Circle, property owners and city staff are uncertain about who's supposed to fix it.

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Sarasota Bayfront Planning Organization members A.G. Lafley, Jennifer Compton and Keith Dubose brainstorm at a January meeting.
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  • David Conway
  • February 16, 2017
Commission keeps eye on bayfront planning

As an independent planning group develops a vision for redeveloping Sarasota’s bayfront, the eventual judgment of the City Commission will serve as a guiding force.

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The Woman' s Exchange has not made a decision about its plans for the future.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 16, 2017
Future of Woman’s Exchange remains unclear

The city made zoning changes to accommodate the expansion of the consignment shop, but the Woman’s Exchange still may not stay in its Orange Avenue home.

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Jesse Clark.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 16, 2017
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 02.16.17

Sarasota Athlete of the Week: 02.16.17

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Johnnie Williams IV.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 16, 2017
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 02.16.17

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 02.16.17

  • Sarasota
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Enjoy this week' s edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 16, 2017
Cops Corner: Sarasota 2.16.17

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • February 15, 2017
Beth Sholom Sisterhood hosts annual fashion show

The Temple Beth Sholom Sisterhood channeled influences from across the pond for their annual fashion show.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Legacy Trail extension supporters packed the Sarasota County Commission chambers this morning.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 15, 2017
Legacy Trail extension plans coast forward

Sarasota County staff will continue negotiations for the purchase of 7.5 miles of rail corridor to stretch the trail into downtown.

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Solomon Shenker is teaming up with Il Panificio owner Nick Malone on his new Gulf Gate restaurant.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 15, 2017
Sol's NYC Deli announces Gulf Gate opening

The popular downtown delicatessen will reopen next to Il Panificio in Gulf Gate next week, the restaurant’s third location in the past three years.

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Sarasota sports roundup: 02.15.17
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 15, 2017
Sarasota sports roundup: 02.15.17

Sarasota sports roundup: 02.15.17

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • February 14, 2017
Hundreds of couples renew vows on Siesta Key

The 25th annual "Say I Do Again" event brought couples to Siesta Key to reaffirm their comitment.

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Spring Training Opening Day is Feb. 26 against Pittsburgh.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • February 14, 2017
Orioles announce Spring Training promotions

Spring Training Opening Day is Feb. 26 against Pittsburgh.

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    By
  • David Conway
  • February 14, 2017
Musicians celebrate Valentine’s Day with pop-up concert

Henry Porter and the Love Campaign and the Westcoast Gospel Chorus of Florida led a free show on Main Street to celebrate the Feb. 14 holiday.

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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • February 14, 2017
First Presbyterian Preschool hosts annual tea

Love was in the air during First Presbyterian Preschool's annual Valentines Day Tea.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Anyone who saw Cherp' s vehicle the night of the crime are asked to call the Manatee County Sheriff' s Office. Courtesy image.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 14, 2017
Authorities seek help in murder investigation

Anyone who may have seen Alex Cherp's vehicle or suspects in Lakewood Ranch is asked to come forward.

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