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An event planning firm bought the former site of Sam Seltzer's Steakhouse for $3 million.
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  • April 3, 2014
Former steakhouse to become event venue

An event rental firm bought the former site of Livingston's and Sam Seltzer's Steakhouse with an ambitious plan renovation plan to create an event space.

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The Sarasota Police Department posted a YouTube video today in an attempt to locate a suspect in a recent beating.
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  • April 3, 2014
VIDEO: SPD seeks suspect in beating

The Sarasota Police Department has released security footage as part of a search for a suspect in a March 25 beating and robbery.

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  • April 3, 2014
Drum kits coming to downtown

Noting the success of Sarasota Keys, an interactive art project that placed six public pianos around downtown, the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County has launched a parallel initiative - with drum sets.

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  • April 3, 2014
City bans fine art festivals

APRIL FOOLS' - The city of Sarasota announced a ban on Fine Art Festivals in a meeting last week.

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  • April 3, 2014
Paws-atively perfect

APRIL FOOLS' - Siesta Key will be allowing pets to enjoy its beaches for a special national event - the Beach Animal Resort Clothing Contest (BARCC).

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Efforts to take sand directly from Siesta Key while avoiding suspicion proved difficult.
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  • April 3, 2014
County officials investigate guerilla dredging efforts

APRIL FOOLS' - The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office is monitoring Big Pass after a recent discovery that Lido Key residents are taking sand for their shoreline - one bucket at a time.

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The new Siesta Key territory's adopted flag represents its independent spirit.
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  • April 3, 2014
Siesta Key votes to secede from Sarasota County

APRIL FOOLS' - Residents cited a litany of reasons for the move, including the Big Pass dredge, the outdoor display ban and new noise laws.

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Courtesy rendering Construction on the proposed Eccentric Sports Promotion Network complex hinges on multiple environmental impact studies, which could take up to a year to complete.
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  • April 3, 2014
City Commission OKs obscure sports stadium

The complex will host a variety of under-the-radar sports such as dodgeball, rhythmic gymnastics and ribbon dancing.

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  • By Harriet Sokmensuer and Robin Hartill
  • April 3, 2014
Circle puts new spin on traffic

APRIL FOOLS' - St. Armands Circle is heading in a new direction.

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  • April 3, 2014
'Bite Coin' brings technology to shops

APRIL FOOLS' - In an effort to promote increased spending in the heart of Sarasota, entrepreneur Jesse Biter is introducing a new cyber currency to be used in local businesses.

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  • April 3, 2014
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APRIL FOOLS' - St. Armands recognized as 'Top National Food Court'; Commission rebrands Sarasota 2050 as 2080; Area roundabouts to feature 'living art'

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  • April 3, 2014
Home run

Central-Cocoanut Neighborkids recently set a new record in the annual Big League Readers challenge.

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Michael Shay, president of SKA, center, with Tony and Marilyn Romanus of Siesta Isle (Courtesy photo)
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  • April 3, 2014
Clean sweep

Members of the community spent the morning keeping Sarasota beautiful with the Great American Cleanup Saturday, March 22.

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  • April 3, 2014
Lord of the rings

Early morning, March 26 Bill Bollinger searched for a lost wedding ring on Siesta Beach.

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Security guards monitor businesses at Lemon Square, including Brooks Brothers. (Photo by Colin Reid)
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  • April 3, 2014
Push for downtown security stalls

Although downtown residents, merchants and property owners endorse the idea of additional security downtown, the question of funding has stifled any movement.

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