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Natural gas leak reported in Gulfstream Avenue condo complex
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Natural gas leak reported in Gulfstream Avenue condo complex

Closed lanes of U.S. 41 were reopened Friday evening.

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Karen Dudley navigates the pool.
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Adults travel across the country to visit the Sarasota-based Miracle Swimming School for Adults and gain confidence in the water.

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This home in Southpointe Shores tops all transactions in this week’s real estate at $5.1 million. Built in 2001, it has four bedrooms, three-and-two-half baths, a pool and 4,797 square feet of living area.
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Seth Mahlmeister (orange) has been a top offensive threat for the Sarasota Paradise.
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The team's goal: Make the postseason — and bring in more fans in the process.

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SSIS becomes candidate for IB program

Suncoast School for Innovative Studies continues to expand its offerings to students.

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Cary Spicuzza has owned the Hob Nob Drive In since 1991.
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Hob Nob officially closes after 67 years in Sarasota

Co-owner Cary Spicuzza cites several reasons for Hob Nob Drive In's closure, including the post-pandemic economy. But a forthcoming food truck could keep the brand alive.

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Sarasota's Roman Solomon committed to the University of South Florida for golf on May 2.
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Sarasota golfer makes his own path

Roman Solomon, the son of MLB star Bobby Bonilla, committed to the University of South Florida on May 8.

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Officer takes 'bewildered' bird for a ride
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A jaywalking sparrow was taken to Save Our Seabirds, the invasive species chose flying away over euthanasia. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

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Redevelopment may lie ahead for the Crossings at Siesta Key Mall, formerly known as Southgate.
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Sarasota mall redevelopment with 848 apartments inches forward

The city's planning board grants approval that marks next step toward revitalizing the former Southgate Mall.

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The Riverview High junior linebacker is racking up collegiate offers.

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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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Rick Piccolo sends documents to the Federal Aviation Administration that prove it knew of and approved the lease of 31 acres it now wants to sell to New College of Florida.

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