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School board debates whether superintendent search will be slowed

Some board members say the search should press on while others say coronavirus response should be top priority.

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Sarasota schools adjust to online learning

Following state directives, students in the Sarasota County School district will learn online until at least May 1.

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Mote Marine Aquarium offers a livestream of its manatees swimming on its website.
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The coronavirus pandemic might be keeping us in self-isolation, but that doesn't mean it needs to be boring.

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Robbie Peterson Jr. was named freshman of the year on the Aurora University football team. Photo courtesy Steve Woltmann photography.
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  • April 2, 2020
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A former Sailors football player gives back to his community in a time of need.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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Activity on St. Armands Circle has significantly slowed during what would typically be the height of season, a cause for great concern among merchants in the area.
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Merchants seek assistance during business slowdown

With rent and other expenses still looming during a public health emergency, storeowners and commercial landlords are exploring new arrangements.

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Sarasota Memorial Hospital has 28 COVID-19 patients currently hospitalized.
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  • April 1, 2020
Two more COVID-19 patients die at Sarasota Memorial Hospital

The hospital is implementing new safety protocols in hopes of limiting the spread of the disease within the facility.

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A group assembled near sunset Tuesday at Indian Beach Park. The city has prohibited social gatherings of more than 10 people, but some officials think further regulations are necessary to limit the spread of COVID-19.
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  • April 1, 2020
Statewide shutdown brings end to Sarasota stay-at-home debate

Local officials have expressed different perspectives on what measures are appropriate to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the community.

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  • April 1, 2020
Governor issues 30-day stay-at-home order

The executive order will last at least 30 days.

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  • April 1, 2020
Southside Elementary kicks off online learning with parade

Teachers drove past students' houses to get them excited for online learning.

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289 Cedar Park Circle was built in 1954. It has four bedrooms, four-and-two-half baths, a pool and 3,947 square feet of living area.
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  • April 1, 2020
Cocoanut Bayou home sells for $2.3 million

Residential real estate transactions for March 16-20.

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Forty patients have tested positive for COVID-19 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital this month.
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  • David Conway
  • March 31, 2020
Third COVID-19 patient dies at Sarasota Memorial Hospital

A 28-year-old in Sarasota County is the youngest identified coronavirus death in Florida. Two additional hospital workers have also tested positive for the disease.

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  • March 31, 2020
Sarasota schools to remain closed through May 1

The district was originally set to learn online through April 15.

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The City Auditor and Clerk's office is currently accepting limited development applications by mail.
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  • David Conway
  • March 30, 2020
City freezes development permit, application timelines

The city of Sarasota is extending permit expiration dates and deadlines for reviewing pending applications. The city is also closing the Van Wezel through April 26.

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Vacation rentals, such as one listed on Airbnb, will be closed for two weeks.
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  • Brynn Mechem
  • March 30, 2020
Sarasota County closes vacation rentals, leaves boat ramps open

Following a statewide directive, the county closes its vacation rental properties for two weeks. Noncompliance could result in a 2nd degree misdemeanor.

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