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Most Sarasota County offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday
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Most Sarasota County offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday

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Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport President and CEO Rick Piccolo is overseeing the largest expansion in the airport's history.
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After 30 years leading Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, a search firm has been contracted to recruit President and CEO Rick Piccolo's replacement.

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Climate Adaptation Center CEO Bob Bunting speaks at the 2024 Annual Florida Climate Conference.
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A massing model presented by Renzo Piano Building Workshop shows the four Sarasota Performing Arts Center along North Tamiami Trail.
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Circus Arts Conservatory founders Pedro Reis and Dolly Jacobs are stepping down from their management roles.
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Legislative delegation meeting set for Dec. 16
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Members of the Sarasota County delegation will hold their annual pre-session meeting at the Sarasota County Administrative Center in Sarasota.

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