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Chain of Command

The Sarasota Power and Sail Squadron celebrated its 62nd 'Change of Watch' Tuesday, Jan. 14.

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  • January 30, 2014
Mrs. President

Sarah Lodge has been announced the newest president elect of the Junior League of Sarasota.

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David Conway The current SCAT station is located at Lemon Avenue and First Street, next to Whole Foods.
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  • January 30, 2014
SCAT station could get new home

A resident proposes moving the downtown SCAT transfer station to open the site to development, but staff report potential issues with the idea.

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Courtesy rendering The building at 5242 and 5238 Ocean Blvd. includes three rental apartments.
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  • Nolan Peterson
  • January 30, 2014
Siesta Village rental units clear hurdle

The new building at the former site of Napoli's Pizza will include a ground-level retail space and three second-story transient accommodations.

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David Conway A proposed downtown circulator vehicle, provided by Cruise Car Inc., sits outside of the Palm Avenue parking garage before a trial run to test its battery life.
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  • January 30, 2014
Proposed downtown circulator takes a preliminary test drive

Two downtown stakeholders come together to drive an idea for free, accessible transportation for downtown visitors. The project plans to be privately funded.

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  • January 30, 2014
News Briefs

Michael Bloomberg to speak in Sarasota; Princeton Review calls New College a 'Best Value'; Harmer drops 'interim' from his county job title; Siesta residents question proposed Key roundabout

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Photos by David Conway Owners along the 1900 block of Main Street believe the area is filling in and people are more commonly viewing it as a destination for entertainment.
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  • David Conway
  • January 30, 2014
Ker's WingHouse adds kick to Main Street

Nearby restaurant owners view the restaurant, set to open in April, as a sign the eastern end of the street is gaining new life.

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  • January 30, 2014
Siesta Key Chamber wades into Big Pass dredge debate

The chamber joined a growing chorus on the Key that is pushing back against mining Big Pass for Lido Beach sand.

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David Conway Merchants along Main Street are upset with the grime that's built up on the downtown sidewalks.
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  • David Conway
  • January 30, 2014
Merchants call for Main Street sidewalk cleaning

A merchant group is asking the Downtown Improvement District to help clean sidewalks after two years of buildup.

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Courtesy photo Hakan Sokmensuer and a local hold hands on National Day Sept. 9, 2009. Sokmensuer says it took three shots before the man cracked a smile.
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  • Nolan Peterson
  • January 30, 2014
Sarasota man goes inside the 'Hermit Kingdom'

Sarasota resident Hakan Sokmensuer was part of a small group of tourists who accompanied Dennis Rodman and his team of NBA legends to Pyongyang, North Korea, earlier this month.

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David Conway Ian's artwork, along with some other belongings, sits at the roundabout at Ringling Boulevard and Pineapple Avenue.
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  • David Conway
  • January 30, 2014
Homeless man's art causes stir at City Hall

Commissioner Susan Chapman wants art out of a roundabout, but police say the man behind the art is not violating any laws.

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  • January 30, 2014
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

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Booker senior shortstop Pat McKenzie looks forward to playing on campus for home games.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • January 30, 2014
Home-field advantage

This spring, Booker High School will unveil its new baseball and softball fields, tennis courts and rubberized track, among other upgrades.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • January 30, 2014
High five moments of the week

The top five sports moments of the week.

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  • Jen Blanco
  • January 30, 2014
Sidelines

Sarasota Military Academy Boys Basketball; Sailors place seven at Bidwell Invitational; Lady Cougars advance to region semifinals; Sarasota tops Booker in OT; Cougars best the Indians

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