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New lights make debut at Ed Smith Stadium

Sarasota County staff held the official test of the new $1.2 million retrofit lighting system at Ed Smith Stadium Monday.

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Blazers season ends in Final Four

The Sarasota Christian boys basketball team fell to Orlando Christian Prep 58-44 in the Class 2A state semifinals Feb. 25, at the Lakeland Center.

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No taxpayer money for town center

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Cops Corner: Longboat Key

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Professional Partnership

LB3 Lacrosse recently announced a new partnership with the Monsters Lacrosse Academy, which will provide year-round opportunities for local youth lacrosse players.

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The top five sports moments of the week.

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Sidelines

Lindsay hits home run for fund; Pirates notch district win; Flames qualify for state championships; Lady Thunder swing past Lady Indians

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Trainer, athletes improve muscular reflexes

Sarasota resident Chris Vercelli is one of only three people in Florida certified as a Muscle Activation Techniques Master Specialist.

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Hillcroft defeats Villages 12-10

Hillcroft defeated The Villages 12-10 in the 12-goal Suncoast Porsche Cup Feb. 23 at the Sarasota Polo Club.

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Three Things: Beauties of Bird Key

It's hard to believe that 30 years ago Bird Key was considered a bastion of genteel Midwestern retirement. Now, it's transformed itself into a glamorous island of multimillion-dollar mansions and one of the best addresses in Florida.

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Premier Sotheby�s names Loeffler top 2013 agent

Cheryl Loeffler achieved $36.9 million in closed sales for 2013, including $23.05 million in sales on Longboat Key.

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