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Robert Strasser, Darryl Henry and T.M. Hardt
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Hospital board candidates tackle finances

Although it may not be top of mind to many voters, the hospital board races are an important part of Election Day, because the board has a significant say in how taxes are collected.

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Shannon Staub made an emotional farewell speech to her constituents and fellow commissioners today.
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In a tearful statement, County Commissioner Shannon Staub announces she's leaving her post at the end of the year.

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Some adult-business owners felt the vague wording of the current ordinance allowed them to have fully nude employees.

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The furniture inside each of the resort’s 237 units remains.
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Colony Lender LLC and U.S. bankruptcy trustee William Maloney have reached an agreement to sell the Colony's furniture; unit owners continue to lay claim to the property.

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The stolen pickup Bell was driving is marked with bullet holes following the shootout he had with sheriff's deputies.
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Shoot-out suspect charged in robberies

The 30-year-old man who was involved in a shoot-out with sheriff's deputies has been arrested in connection with five armed robberies of adult-video stores.

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County to purchase Ringling Boulevard home

The property at 2525 Ringling Blvd. will be converted into a park.

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Kids and adults celebrated National Adult and Family Literacy month with recreational and educational activities at Oscar Scherer State Park, in Osprey.

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