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Two residents will be selected to replace Paul Caragiulo and Shannon Snyder, both of whom tendered their resignation to run for county office.
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  • David Conway
  • September 12, 2014
City Commission candidates finalized

Fourteen candidates have filed applications seeking to fill one of two voids set to open on the City Commission later this year.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • September 12, 2014
Sailors swing past Rams

The Sarasota High boys golf team edged past Riverview 151-157 Sept. 11 on the front nine of Laurel Oak Country Club's west course.

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The Sarasota High volleyball team won its first district match of the season Sept. 9.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • September 11, 2014
Lady Sailors victorious in district action

The Sarasota High volleyball team beat Palmetto 25-7, 25-10, 25-17 Sept. 9.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • September 11, 2014
Thunder swimmers post impressive finishes

The Out-of-Door Academy girls swim team beat Venice 87-77 in a developmental dual meet Sept. 9 while the boys fell 93-71.

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Other beaches in the area are still safe, such as South Lido and Longboat Key.
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  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 11, 2014
No swim advisory issued for North Lido Beach

Due to elevated levels of bacteria found in feces and stormwater runoff, Sarasota County advises beach goers not to get in the water at North Lido.

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Fitch Ratings increased the utility system revenue bond from "AA" to "AA+."
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  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 11, 2014
Sarasota County receives another positive Fitch review

Fitch Ratings said the county has a 'stable outlook' and was driven by 'superior financial management.'

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The Out-of-Door Academy volleyball team improved to 2-0 in district play.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • September 11, 2014
Lady Thunder prevail in five sets

The Out-of-Door Academy volleyball team defeated Bradenton Christian 18-25, 27-25, 25-22, 15-25, 15-12 in Class 3A-District 10 action Sept. 9.

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  • September 11, 2014
High Five Moments of the Week

The top five sports moments of the week.

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  • September 11, 2014
A climb for heroes

Joining with firemen from Central Florida, the Suncoast FOOLS firefighters gathered Saturday, at Plymouth Harbor, to pay homage to the fallen heroes of Sept. 11.

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  • Observer Staff
  • September 11, 2014
Student's art gains national exposure

ART.WRITE.NOW.DC, a year-long exhibit featuring works of art and writing and hosted in the lobby of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Building in Washington, D.C., opens Sept. 19.

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Blue Rooster co-owner Bill Cornelius worries about how businesses in the Rosemary District are being affected by problems associated with an influx of homeless individuals in the area. Photos by David Conway
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  • September 11, 2014
Rosemary District faces new homeless challenge

Fed up with problems caused by a growing shift in the homeless population, businesses ask the city for help in their neighborhood.

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Vengroff
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  • David Conway
  • September 11, 2014
VIDEO: Vengroff looks to fill need for housing

Entrepreneur Harvey Vengroff takes action to address the lack of transitional housing for the area's homeless.

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  • Observer Staff
  • September 11, 2014
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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Some drivers speed through the intersection of Central Sarasota Parkway and Legacy Trail while others slow to check for oncoming bicyclists and pedestrians. Photo by Jessica Salmond
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  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 11, 2014
Legacy Trail street crossing remains source of confusion

Since the Legacy Trail opened in 2008, the signage at its crossing with Central Sarasota Parkway has befuddled motorists and trail users alike.

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  • Jessica Salmond
  • September 11, 2014
Short-term Siesta rental violations on the rise

Long after season faded, private homes are still being rented against code.

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