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"I'd rather be working than sitting on this stoop," says Joel McGlone.
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Standing their ground

Those who 'fly signs' at some of Sarasota's busiest intersections say they have no other choice and will continue to do so - even if the city enacts a new law against it.

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A Sarasota Planning Board decision means another delay in the redevelopment of the U.S. 41 corridor.

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Riverview students use 'flocks' to fight cancer

Riverview students are raising money with lawn decorations.

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Chris Land works with young musicians for The School of Rock program. Lessons include songwriting and stage presence.
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Neighbors: Christian Land

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Student Spotlight: Madeline Epstein

Eighth grade Booker Middle School student strives for excellence in all she does.

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Election: Atwell tries to take a 'well-balanced' approach

Mayor Suzanne Atwell, who has been appointed mayor twice, spends most of her time in her City Hall office, where she listens.

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SIDELINES

Four Cougars sign letters of intent; Cougars repeat as district champs; Lady Blazers cruise to district title; Sailors fall in district quarterfinals

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Susan Chapman wants to bring jobs to Sarasota that don’t involve construction cranes. Photo by Rachel S. O'Hara.
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Election: Chapman wants compatible development

The 'data-oriented' candidate will fight to keep the current city manager form of governance and will seek economic growth.

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Cardinal Mooney Walk-a-Thon; National Anthem; VPA Auditions; Mr. Roboto

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Leading Lady Ram: Glanna Vastola

Riverview High senior guard Gianna Vastola scored her 1,000th career point in the Lady Rams' 65-32 victory over Palm Harbor University.

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Athlete of the Week: Alexandria Bartley

Booker High sophomore Alexandria Bartley wasn't the least bit surprised. Bartley, who finished sixth in the FHSAA girls weightlifting finals as a freshman at Flagler Palm Coast, felt confident she had the upper hand in one of the region's more inexperienced weight classes.

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16 — The number of teams, including Sarasota, Riverview and Cardinal Mooney, that will be playing in the annual Sarasota Baseball Classic March 25 through March 28.
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  • February 7, 2013
JUST THE STATS

28 - The number of points sophomore Camille Giardina scored to lead the Cardinal Mooney High girls basketball team to its second-consecutive Class 3A-District 10 championship Feb. 1.

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