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The city has seen a decrease in the number of rounds played at Bobby Jones and is discussing how to reverse the trend.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 15, 2016
City continues discussion on Bobby Jones improvements

After a citizen committee recommended investing $14.5 million to improve Bobby Jones Golf Club, the City Commission will consider hiring a consultant to draft a master plan for the municipal course.

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  • Jack Short
  • February 15, 2016
Commissioners may authorize staff to proceed with Pinecraft plans

Some residents want a mobility plan and overlay-district plan to preserve unique elements of the Pinecraft area.

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    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 15, 2016
Selby Gardens celebrates 40th with The Orchid Show

The Orchid Show at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is open through March 27.

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  • Observer Staff
  • February 15, 2016
Downtown Sarasota building sells for $15 million

The PNC Bank building and two nearby parking lots at the corner of Orange Avenue and Ringling Boulevard sold this month.

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Sarasota Christian senior point guard McKenzie Lantz finished with 17 points.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 13, 2016
Blazers' season ends in regional finals

The Sarasota Christian girls basketball team fell to Palm Bay Covenant Christian 66-41 Feb. 13.

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Jackie Cutrone walks down the runway.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 12, 2016
Sarasota Garden Club fashion show flourishes

Sarasota Garden Club hosts designer Sigrid Olson for Tutta Bella Fashion show.

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Doug Logan's previous experience included time as commissioner of Major League Soccer.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 12, 2016
City homelessness director leaves position

Citing concerns about open records requirements, the city will part ways with homelessness director Doug Logan at the end of the month.

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JFCS President and CEO Rose Chapman with Sarasota County Commissioner Carolyn Mason
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 12, 2016
JFCS strives to bridge the gap in Newtown

Jewish Family & Children's Services host "Bridging the Gap" luncheon and panel.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 12, 2016
Brian Wilson to perform ‘Pet Sounds’ at the Van Wezel

The legendary songwriter will play the acclaimed Beach Boys album during a stop in Sarasota during an international tour this year.

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Marilyn Monroe and James Dean, Olivia Gibson Dylan Maggio respectively, welcome guests to the CineBistro VIP Grand Opening.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 12, 2016
CineBistro welcomes guests with Hollywood glamour

CineBistro Westfield Southgate hosts VIP Grand Opening Thursday, Feb. 11.

  • Sarasota
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Senior Nick Long went 3-for-3 at the plate with a pair of RBI.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • February 12, 2016
Sailors blank Rams

The Sarasota High baseball team beat Riverview 9-0 Feb. 11.

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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 12, 2016
Suspects steal truck from Sarasota Ford

The Sarasota Police Department is looking for two individuals suspected of stealing a $76,000 Ford F-450 from the dealership Jan. 30.

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The Sarasota Police Department provided this picture of the Exxon pump used to collect credit card information.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 11, 2016
Police warn of gas station skimming devices

For the second time this month, the Sarasota Police Department has discovered a device used to steal credit card information at a gas pump.

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Sarasota Memorial CEO David Verinder addresses the crowd gathered for a "breaking ground" ceremony.
    By
  • Jack Short
  • February 11, 2016
Sarasota Memorial begins construction of innovative rehab facility

The facility will offer 44 inpatient rooms, as well as simulated environments in which patients can train for independent living.

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Niki Muller captured this shot of a sandhill crane teaching her chicks to feed near Palmer Park.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 11, 2016
Sarasota weather page photo: Feb. 11

Niki Muller captured this shot of a sandhill crane teaching her chicks to feed near Palmer Park.

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