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Around 36,000 gallons were spilled into Grand Canal on Siesta Key.
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36,000 gallons of untreated sewage spills into Siesta Key canal

The Lockwood Ridge Booster station failed, causing the sewage to spill into Grand Canal.

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The switch signals a utility rate increase for residents of the unincorporated county areas.

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Temple Emanu-El hosts Patriotic Shabbat

The Sarasota temple celebrated both American and Jewish heritage.

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Medic-20, the rapid response vehicle, is currently located at Station 21 in Venice and is as equally equipped as an ambulance
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Emergency officials exploring less costly, more efficient 911 response system

Still in the testing phase, emergency leaders would like to use a "cutting edge" response model featuring a rapid response vehicle.

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Taber Jordan won the Junior 1 Lightweight Yellow division title at the 2019 American National Kids IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship. Photo courtesy Jocelyn Jordan.
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Sarasota competitor finishes on top at 2019 American National Kids IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship

He has been training for four and a half years and is proud of his hard work.

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