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By Observer Staff
February 2, 2023

Michael Saunders Foundation donates to 47 causes

Agents and employees of the Sarasota real estate company contribute to the twice-a-year grant distribution.

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By Andrew Warfield
February 2, 2023

Downtown luxury condo tower nearly sold out

Only two of 39 condominiums remain available at The DeMarcay, including a two-level, 6,814-square-foot unit priced at $12.5 million.

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By Observer staff
February 2, 2023

Observer managing editor leaves legacy of laughter, mentoring

After six years at the helm of the Longboat and Sarasota Observers, Garwood is moving on.

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By Andrew Warfield
February 2, 2023

Contention remains in the air over One Park plan

As it awaits its scheduled court date, the City Commission lays out the plan for consideration of One Park in The Quay. Final approval rests on either amending or revising the original development agreement.

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By Andrew Warfield
January 31, 2023

FDOT resets schedule for roundabout work, lane closures

Work on U.S. 41 and on Gulfstream Avenue exiting the barrier islands will require overnight and daytime lane closures Sunday through Thursday.

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By Andrew Warfield
January 31, 2023

Engineering, preservation expertise sought for Van Wezel repurposing

City commissioners held an initial discussion about qualifications for a committee to study the renovation and repurposing of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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By Andrew Warfield
January 30, 2023

SPD investigates two Friday night hit-and-run fatalities

Two pedestrians were struck and killed within 20 minutes on Fruitville Road. SPD investigators do not suspect the two incidents are related.

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By Andrew Warfield
January 30, 2023

St. Armands Circle Association leader seeks seat on BID

The merchants' organization at St. Armands Circle could be on the hunt for its third executive director in two years if Rachel Burns is appointed to the Business Improvement District.

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By Eric Garwood
January 27, 2023

No fire found at Main Street church

Sarasota fire-rescue and police temporarily block the thoroughfare during the Friday morning investigation.

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By Eric Garwood
January 26, 2023

Sarasota driver killed in 17th Street crash

A collision between a sedan and a tractor-trailer took place at the intersection of Gun Club Road and 17th Street near the park.

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By Andrew Warfield
January 26, 2023

Answers to the most-asked questions on affordable housing in Sarasota

With initial land-use changes in place, the city is embarking on more granular changes to open the doors for private development.

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By Andrew Warfield
January 25, 2023

It's round 2 for Fruitville Road roundabout art proposals

The Public Art Committee narrows down to three concepts to recommend to City Commission. But will birds or clouds fly?

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By Eric Garwood
January 24, 2023

One-of-a-kind Lido Shores home on the market at $10 million

The post-modern Sarasota school of architecture residence on Morningside Drive overlooks Pansy Bayou.

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By Andrew Warfield
January 24, 2023

SPAC Foundation receives $10 million gift

A foundation operated by a Canadian businessman with a seasonal home on Longboat Key is helping fund the architectural design phase for the proposed Sarasota Performing Arts Center.

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By Eric Garwood
January 23, 2023

Officer bitten in scuffle leading to Sarasota man's arrest

Police say that another officer was spit on as officers worked to detain the suspect on a felony charge.

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