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  • November 23, 2016
The ‘kids' table’ weighs in on Thanksgiving dinner

After years of silence, the kid's table is finally speaking about about what it would like to see in this year's Thanksgiving feast.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Sarasota County commissioners have approved plans for as many as 425 homesites on the former Sunrise Golf Club.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 22, 2016
Sarasota County Commission approves 425-home development

Mattamy Homes aims build up to 425 homesites on and around the former golf course near the intersection of Clark Road and I-75.

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Traffic troubles remain a top concern for residents and officials.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 22, 2016
Commission rejects staff traffic plans

As the city works on refreshing its transportation policies, the City Commission wants to take a new path for addressing congestion issues.

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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 21, 2016
Pollo Tropical signs lease near Sarasota Memorial

The chain is slated to replace the former Square 1 Burgers restaurant on South Tamiami Trail.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 19, 2016
Riverview Foundation rendezvoused for downtown disco

The Riverview Foundation hosted its annual Riverview Rendezvous fundraiser.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 19, 2016
Fine art festival brings art to Five Points Park

Residents browsed through artwork from local and regional artists during the fourth annual Sarasota Fine Arts Festival.

  • Sarasota
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Riverview, the last Sarasota-area football team standing, was bounced from the playoffs by Dr. Phillips, 21-0.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 18, 2016
Sarasota Football Final: 11.18.16

Riverview eliminated from playoffs by Dr. Phillips.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 18, 2016
All Faiths hosts drive-thru turkey giveaway

All Faiths Food Bank takes over Robarts Arena parking lot to host annual turkey giveaway.

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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 18, 2016
Super Cat II tennis tournament registration looming

The tournament will return to Longboat Key for its 14th year from Nov. 29 to Dec. 4.

  • Longboat Key
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This mobile carillon, currently at the Sarasota Medieval Fair, could stay in town a little longer if one resident can find a home for it.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 17, 2016
Sarasota resident seeks home for carillon

Wylie Crawford believes an obscure instrument would be a widely embraced addition to the city. Now, he just has to find someone who agrees.

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Visit Sarasota County coordinated with the Sarasota Sailing Squadron to attract the annual conference.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 17, 2016
Sarasota to host 2018 World Sailing Annual Conference

For the first time, sailing’s governing body will hold its annual meeting in the United States.

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Photos by Cat Pennenga Photography
    A time to celebrate |
  • November 17, 2016
Just Married: Nicole Mancini and Matt Lewis

The couple was married at the Powel Crosley Estate on Oct. 14.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 17, 2016
Mayors’ Feed the Hungry Program reports fewer donations

Mayors’ Feed the Hungry Program fears that post-election anxiety may be responsible for decreased donations.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 17, 2016
Sarasota County may shore up film incentives

The County Commission will soon consider earmarking $213,000 to restore an incentive fund aimed at luring filmmakers to the area.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • November 17, 2016
Sarasota County draws record tourism numbers

Bed tax collections during the 2016 fiscal year nearly reached $20 million, which is a 4.7% increase over the previous year.

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