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Sarasota GOP Chairman Joe Gruters and State Committeeman Christian Ziegler pose in Pasadena. (Courtesy)
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Local 'Noles fans relish Rose Bowl win

Local Florida State University alumni and fans watch the Seminoles' last-minute victory over Auburn in Pasadena.

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The Greater Sarasota Junior Golf Season kicked off its 2014 season Jan. 5, on the Royal Lakes Course at the Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club.

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Artist Pat Kaufman exhibits her colorful career

Pat Kaufman's work will be on display from Jan. 7 through Feb. 4, at Plymouth Harbor. There's an opening reception from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7.

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PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Beth Sholom Torah Fund Award Luncheon

Members of Temple Beth Sholom met for the annual Torah Fund Study Day and Award Luncheon Tuesday, Jan. 7. Ruth F. Ades was honored as the 'Light of Torah' for her involvement in local and national Jewish organizations throughout her life. 'It's very exciting,' says Ades' husband, Alan,' Ruth deserves every honor.'

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Two Sarasota Police officers shot 30-year-old Deacon Clark after he allegedly pointed a weapon at them Sunday evening.

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A traffic study for the Kolter Group's planned hotel and condominium development at Gulfstream Avenue and U.S. 41 failed to properly evaluate key intersections, area residents allege.
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Ritz residents scrutinize bayfront development

Nearby residents are criticizing the city's approval process of a bayfront condominium and hotel development, claiming that a traffic study is underestimating the project's impact.

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JFSM donor-directed gifts funded the 1,000-square-foot pool located in the Ann Goldstein Children’s Rainforest Garden at Selby Gardens.
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  • January 6, 2014
JFSM collaborates with Selby Gardens

The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens collaborated to create the 'Ein Gedi Pool.'

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  • January 6, 2014
Area braces for rough winter weather

A cold front that brought record low temperatures to the Midwest over the weekend will push through Southwest Florida Monday, bringing rough seas and possible freezing temperatures.

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SWAT officers arrest the suspect of an armed sexual battery before 8:30 a.m. Monday.
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UPDATE: Two arrested after SWAT investigation

Sarasota Police arrest two men in connection with the sexual battery that led to road closures Monday.

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10th Anniversary Perlman Gala

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  • January 4, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: New Balance Free 5K Fun Run

Runners started the New Year off with a race at New Balance Sarasota's Free 5K Fun Run Saturday, Jan. 4 The race was the kick-off event of New Balance's Free 5K Fun Run Series that continues through May 2014.

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Buddy Turman, Suzi Atherton, Tim Milligan and Tom and Ellen Cavanaugh show that we are “this close” to ending polio.
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  • January 3, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Bay Rotary Club 'End Polio Now'

Members of the Sarasota Bay Rotary Club celebrated their commitment to ending polio at the 'End Polio Now' Illumination Friday, Jan. 3. The Rotary held the event during the Perlman Music Program Winter Residency.

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  • January 3, 2014
City Commission to discuss Sarasota Police Foundation

The Sarasota Police Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 2008, has come under scrutiny since SPD Chief Bernadette DiPino announced plans for its relaunch in November.

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The event, which is for both runners and walkers, will be held monthly until May 3.
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  • January 3, 2014
WEEKEND BEST BET: New Balance Free 5K Fun Run Series

New Balance Sarasota's Free 5K Fun Run Series is an easy way to keep your New Year resolution.

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The campaign was conducted in partnership with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and supported through a grant from the Florida Department of Transportation.
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  • January 3, 2014
Holiday DUI crackdown nets 26 arrests

The Sarasota Sheriff's Office launched additional patrols to crack down on drunk driving during the holiday season.

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