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Cookie Dellapenna and Sandi Boyajian
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  • Amanda Morales
  • January 14, 2016
Selby Library takes a look into the crystal ball

Friends of the Selby Public Library host the 6th annual Looking Into The Crystal Ball fundraiser.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
File photo. Rev. Charles McKenzie recites parts of a speech from Martin Luther King Jr. during the 2014 interfaith tribute.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 14, 2016
Sarasota calendar 1.14.16

Sarasota and Siesta Key events for the week of Jan. 14.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Tony Andrews of The Glenridge takes the S.S. Glenridge from diver Jason Tornichio, who rescued the remote-control boat that was submerged in the lake following a regatta.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 14, 2016
This week in history 1.14.16

A glimpse of the way things were from the archives.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Residents of Pinecraft negotiate traffic at Kaufman and Bahia Vista.
    By
  • Jack Short
  • January 14, 2016
Pinecraft residents push for overlay district

The historic community wants to preserve what makes it unique.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • January 14, 2016
The $1 billion tax cut

Gov. Scott’s critics say cutting taxes for business ignores average Floridians. They fail to see that businesses don’t pay taxes. Lower taxes actually help the average Floridian.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
CineBistro, a new luxury cinema, is on schedule to open in February. It is being finished to debut to the public and will include seven screens with seating ranging from 80 to 90 per theater.
    By
  • Jack Short
  • January 14, 2016
WHATS HAPPENING: Homeless shelter, affordable housing, CineBistro

WEEK OF JAN. 13 2016

  • Sarasota
  • News
Phil Solorzano, owner of Solorzano’s Late Night Pizzeria, stands in front of what the county considers a mural on the exterior of his Gulf Gate location.
    By
  • Jack Short
  • January 14, 2016
County seeks to paint mural regulations

Before the county can regulate murals, it must answer this question: What, exactly, is a mural?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Ringling College President Larry Thompson discusses the C4 initiative at a Jan. 5 press conference.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 14, 2016
Could the North Trail become a hub for higher education?

Leaders of colleges on the North Trail believe a new partnership could have an impact that expands beyond the boundaries of the higher learning institutions.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Although some businesses have complained about the event, Thunder by the Bay organizer Lucy Nicandri believes support for the festival far outweighs the opposition.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 14, 2016
Thunder by the Bay concerns linger for businesses, officials

Following the 18th annual Thunder by the Bay, some businesses and city officials say it’s time for the motorcycle event to bolt from downtown.

  • Sarasota
  • News
In addition to the new date, the referendum could also change the format of city races and affect the term lengths of some commissioners.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 14, 2016
City prepares to vote on potential Election Day move

At the next City Commission meeting, the board will consider holding a referendum to move municipal elections to the fall. Will citizens organize to support or oppose the proposal?

  • Sarasota
  • News
The city is considering building a garage with more than 500 spaces on the site of a public lot along North Adams Drive.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 14, 2016
St. Armands zeroes in on garage tax plan

As the city pursues a potential parking garage on St. Armands, a consultant has recommended a proportionate payment scheme for area property owners.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Courtesy of Suncoast Science Center. Mitch Ruzek examines the mystery meteor that landed on campus at Emma Booker Elementary School Monday, Jan. 11.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 14, 2016
Making an impact at Emma Booker

Suncoast Science Center partners with Emma Booker Elementary School for out-of-this-world experiment in learning.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 14, 2016
Moving city elections to November will improve turnout, accountability

Former Sarasota political consultant Gabriel Hament lays out the case to move city elections.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • January 14, 2016
Cedar Cove home sells for $5 million

The following residential real estate transactions took place between December 28 and January 1.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
    By
  • David Conway
  • January 14, 2016
Cops Corner: Sarasota 01.14.16

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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