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Sarasota Jungle Gardens launches live Flamingo Cam

The new technology will allow anyone to view a live feed of the gardens from a computer or mobile device.

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Swan, peacock hybrid ruffles residents' feathers
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  • April 1, 2013
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Today's stories: Professional mime group proclaims 'silence is golden'; SMR adds 'green' to its portfolio; Colony to be demolished; Swan, peacock hybrid ruffles residents' feathers; Adult bookstore has city turning pages

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Susan McCool, Trish Ivey, Linda Ploger and Karen Koblenz
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  • April 1, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Woman's Exchange Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

The Woman's Exchange held their annual volunteer appreciation luncheon Monday, April 1 at Michael's On East.

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  • April 1, 2013
Superintendant names Oak Park principal

Sarasota County Superintendant of Schools Lori White picks former Phoenix Academy Director Edwina Oliver as principal of Oak Park.

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  • April 1, 2013
Sequestration affects Sarasota County tourist taxes

The automatic federal spending cuts will require nearly $40,000 of additional spending from bed tax revenues to replace bond subsidies.

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Two new proprietors have signed a lease for the space located at 25 N. Pineapple Ave. They wish to remain silent partners for the time being.
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  • April 1, 2013
Professional mime group proclaims 'silence is golden'

Silence is Golden Theatre, the non-profit educational and performing-mime group, plans to open in early November.

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The X-rated bookstore, whose flagship location in Ybor City, Tampa, boasts more than 2 million books, saw a spike in business after the release of the novel, "Fifty Shades of Grey."
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  • April 1, 2013
Adult bookstore has city turning pages

Following a 3-2 vote last month, which denied a 98,000-square-foot Walmart Supercenter in the Ringling Shopping Center, city commissioners are now considering a proposal for a new tenant: Hardbound, a fast-growing Tampa Bay adult-bookstore chain.

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  • April 1, 2013
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Awards continue to role in for Siesta Key beach; Algae tax causes a 'stink' from community members; Tightrope walker's career hits new heights

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  • April 1, 2013
Density change clears the way for coffin apartments

The small units will range from 20 to 75 square feet.

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The big question is who will win the race to the veto seat during each meeting. Roger Drouin.
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  • April 1, 2013
Veto measure receives unanimous approval

In a unanimous vote Monday, city commissioners approved a new form of city governance that will be the first of its kind in Florida.

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Sisters Autumn and Bonnie Williams visited from the United Kingdom. They joined in on the Easter festivities Saturday morning.
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  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 31, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Siesta Key Village Association Easter Egg Hunt

The Siesta Key Village Association and Beach Bazaar hosted the their 28th Annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, March 30 on Siesta Key Beach. Children ages one to six looked for Easter eggs through the grasses and sands of Siesta Key Beach. About 150 children attended the event with their parents.

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Colin Rudisell puts an Easter egg basket on his head during Granny Goose’s story time.
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  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 31, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church Easter Egg Hunt

Children stampeded to find Easter Eggs Saturday, March 30 at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church. More than 50 children participated in the celebration. Shirley Stepp also known as Granny Goose told children stories and gave them prizes before the Easter egg hunt.

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Catalin Mihai, Tahja Tahja and Josh Zimmer
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  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 30, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : The 3rd Annual East Local Week ends with the Harvest Ball

The 3rd Annual Eat Local Week wrapped up with the Harvest Ball Friday, March 29 at the South Gate Community center where guests enjoyed a potluck dinner and contra dancing. Transition Sarasota put on their 3rd Annual Eat Local Week March 22 through the 29 to show the impact of local foods and their importance sustainability and the economy.

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Marmalade Salon and Boutique staff member Jenna Dilorenzo and owner Nikki Mayforth help Ava Custer and Fallon Rossano make seashell necklaces.
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  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Southside Elementary Celebrate Learning Day

Southside Elementary PTO put on Celebrate Learning Day Thursday, March 28 to let children learn in a fun and interactive way. Community organizations like Mote Marine Aquarium, Florida Studio Theater, Spanish Point, Brown's Grove, Jungle Gardens and the Sarasota Film Festival were stationed in different zones where they interacted with the children and taught them lessons about Florida. Square 1 Burgers and Nancy's BBQ donated lunch and Brown's Grove supplied children with samples of orange juice.

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This morning, families and clergy participated in the Good Friday Morning Stations of the Cross walk. Learn more in today's daily headlines!
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • March 29, 2013
March 29: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Bomb threat cleared at courthouse; Manatee School Board member requests reimbursement; VIDEO: Good Friday Morning Stations of the Cross; Weekend Best Bets

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