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It is recommended that prior to reaching a rental agreement that potential renters verify that the party renting to them is a reputable agent or owner and never give cash as a deposit.
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  • December 13, 2012
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After giving a cash deposit victim finds that the lock on the door had been changed, and that the house had not been for rent.

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Souza, a downtown realtor, replaces outgoing chair John Harshman.

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The Sarasota Chamber of Commerce held their Breakfast with a Bang networking event Thursday, Dec. 13, at Orange Leaf Yogurt. Those who attended enjoyed breakfast from Chick-fil-A.

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The Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota is helping Sarasota put the pedal to the metal by sponsoring a bike and bike-part collection from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15.

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According to Kim Savage, Sr. communications editor for the Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, six babies were delivered and 12 nurses were working in the labor and delivery unit on 12/12/12.

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Density increase considered

Two-dozen residents and property owners said they supported a preliminary proposal to increase density in the district.

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Arnold Rich with Peanut. Rich said larger, unleashed dogs have run up to Peanut.
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An email to city commissioners triggers a discussion on leash rules at city parks.

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Orange Avenue is used as a cut-through during the afternoon and morning commute hours.
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Hudson Bayou battles speeders

Residents request additional speed tables on Orange Avenue to slow motorists, many who use the street as a cut-through.

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Downtown entertainment district proposed

Some downtown residents are opposed to a district that would stretch more than six downtown blocks.

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In Greenville, S.C., Norman Gollub led efforts to reduce commercial vacancies and formed a revitalization overlay.

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  • December 13, 2012
Students make sweet creations for festival

As part of the fourth-annual CYD Gingerbread Festival, area students and youth groups have built more than 150 gingerbread houses to be put on display.

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