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  • October 6, 2016
Sarasota County schools to remain open during storm

Public schools in Sarasota County will be open on Friday, Oct. 7.

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    By
  • David Conway
  • October 6, 2016
Is Sarasota fun?

Thunder by the Bay left. Opening a new bar is an ordeal. As the city works to maintain its identity in the face of growth, are officials and residents killing the buzz downtown?

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Sarasota and Manatee counties remain under a tropical storm watch Thursday.
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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • October 6, 2016
Sarasota remains under tropical storm watch

Hurricane Matthew’s path remains trained on the east coast of Florida.

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Riverview senior Libero Samantha Norden prepares to serve in a match against Lithia Newsome on Sept. 7.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 6, 2016
Riverview volleyball has rare shot at a district title

The Rams haven't won a district title in at least a decade.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Cardinal Mooney senior Vinny Conetta leads his team against Southeast.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 6, 2016
That's the ticket...

Check out this week's top Sarasota area sporting events.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • October 6, 2016
Controversial builder draws complaints on Siesta

After being banned from building on Anna Maria Island, Shawn Kaleta has started generating concerns from Siesta Key property owners.

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The Siesta Key Village Association is pursuing a partnership with SCAT to install a trolley on the island by December.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • October 6, 2016
Siesta Key trolley plans roll forward

The Siesta Key Village Association hopes to have a trolley service installed on Siesta Key by December — and the group is already working to attract riders.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lorie Tiernay stands on her back deck directly across the canal from the Siesta Key wastewater facility.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • October 6, 2016
Siesta Key wastewater discharge raises questions

Some residents think the red tide bloom was exacerbated by wastewater released from a Siesta Key facility.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 6, 2016
Shanah Tovah

Local temples celebrate Rosh Hashanah Sunday evening.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Riverview wing AJ Caldwell has committed to the University of South Alabama.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • October 6, 2016
Sarasota High 5 Moments: 10.06.16

Sarasota High 5 Moments: 10.06.16

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Adrian Moore
  • October 6, 2016
Amendment 1: Bad for the future

This proposed amendment appears to be for solar power. A closer look reveals its true intent is to protect utility companies’ profits.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Suncoast Technical College Director Todd Bowden is a finalist for Sarasota County School District superintendent.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • October 5, 2016
Superintendent finalist cleared of harassment allegations

A report detailing harassment allegations against superintendent finalist Todd Bowden deems the claims 'unfounded.'

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The jewel was slated to be the first new luxury high-rise to open in downtown Sarasota.
    By
  • Kevin McQuaid
  • October 5, 2016
Downtown Sarasota condo sidelined by lawsuits

The 18-story Jewel is more than a year behind schedule, as the developer and contractor trade lawsuits.

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Rotarians serve and box meals for the 43rd annual Pioneer Picnic at Robarts Arena.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • October 4, 2016
Rotary Club prepares for 44th Pioneer Picnic

The Rotary Club of Sarasota will host the annual Pioneer Picnic Sunday, Oct. 9 at Robarts Arena.

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In addition to prohibiting commercial development, residents want the city to consider purchasing the Hampton Road property and turning it into parkland.
    By
  • David Conway
  • October 4, 2016
City delays decision on North Trail health spa

Commissioners also postponed any changes to the city’s traffic study requirements for new development in response to concerns from residents.

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