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  • Jack Short
  • January 28, 2016
WHAT'S HAPPENING: Otters swim, and 7-11 sinks

WEEK OF JAN. 28

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Mother and daughter duo Sharon and Paige Butler after crossing the finish line in 2012 for the Ironman half marathon.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 28, 2016
Sarasota Music Half Marathon to honor Sharon Butler

Paige Butler runs in memory of her mother and triathlon athlete Sharon Butler.

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Shantel Norman and William Duggan
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  • Amanda Morales
  • January 28, 2016
Reggae fever

Young reggae fan William Duggan is pulled on stage to dance with Jah Movement at the Sarasota Seafood & Music Festival.

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  • Observer Staff
  • January 28, 2016
CONA offers lesson about value of historic property

Is your home or building 50 years old? If so, you should attend the Sarasota County Coalition of Neighborhood Association meeting Feb. 8.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Sarasota County lifeguard Troy Knopp watches over surfers Saturday, during a period of heavy waves. The red flag indicates highly hazardous conditions in the Gulf.
    By
  • Jack Short
  • January 28, 2016
El Nino will continue to make waves

The weather phenomenon could interfere with beach plans over the next few months.

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The city has no formal plans to revise its special event policy, but staff is undertaking a thorough review of this year’s Thunder by the Bay.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 28, 2016
Reports contrast on Thunder by the Bay's economic impact

A survey of merchants indicated Thunder by the Bay hampered business downtown, but the organizer wants the city to consider broader impacts when evaluating the event’s future.

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Joyce Burnham, Edie Kaplan, Millie Small, Norm Dumaine and Renee Gluvna are reaching out to a variety of local groups as they try to improve Fruitville Road Park.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 28, 2016
Residents have grand plans for Fruitville Road Park

You might have driven by Fruitville Road Park without even realizing it. Now, a group of residents is working together to make sure it can’t be missed.

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Azure on Palm won't open until spring 2017, but important work is starting even before construction.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 28, 2016
Palm Avenue condo targets key movers

As a developer prepares to begin construction on the 16-unit Azure on Palm condominium building, distinguishing the project in a competitive market is a priority.

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Southside Village businesses hope Mark Caraguilo's restaurant experience will make Veronica Fish and Oyster an anchor for the neighborhood.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 28, 2016
Southside Village businesses hope new restaurants bring new energy

The neighborhood has long been a commercial hub in the city of Sarasota, but there’s an optimism that two new restaurants can revitalize the area following a period of change.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 28, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 01.28.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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Sarasota senior pitcher Brittany Bendel will lead the Lady Sailors against rival Riverview Feb. 3.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 28, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out this week's top events in Sarasota sports.

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Sarasota freshman forward Kate Meyer is one of five underclassmen returning next season.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 27, 2016
Sailors season ends in semifinals

The Sarasota High girls basketball team lost to Palmetto 44-27 Jan. 27.

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    By
  • Jack Short
  • January 27, 2016
Sarasota County commissioners pass 'puppy mill' ordinance

More than 10 hours of testimony from the public and industry apparently swayed commissioners to pass a controversial pet sales ordinance.

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Basketball Shooting is one of the events offered at the Gulf Coast Senior Games, which are open to residents, ages 50 and up.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 27, 2016
Registration underway for Senior Games

The 27th Annual Gulf Coast Senior Games, which will be held Feb. 13 through Feb. 21.

  • East County
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Sarasota Christian sophomore Alyssa Schrag looks to help lead the Lady Blazers to a district championship Jan. 29.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • January 27, 2016
Sarasota Christian girls edge past Bradenton Christian in semifinal

The Sarasota Christian girls basketball team will play for the district title Jan. 29.

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