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The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office arrested man, who said he couldn't swim, after saving him.

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The Sarasota County School Board is considering banning cell phones on district campuses in the future. But will the idea buzz well with everyone?

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Event commemorates integration of Sarasota beaches

Community members gathered at Lido Beach on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to recognize a national honor for Newtown’s African-American heritage trail.

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To honor King, participants walk in Unity

Annual event kicks off with breakfast, then a procession to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, on Cocoanut Avenue.

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Jordan Bolds plays the saxophone during the tribute.
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Temple Emanu-El hosts MLK Tribute

The temple hosted an MLK reenactment and performances on Jan. 20.

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  • January 18, 2019
Go fish at the Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival

Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival brings large crowd to Gulfstream Avenue.

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Christy Bauwin takes a look at some of the wares on sale at the festival.
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Native American Festival wows crowds with traditional dances

The Sarasota Native American Indian Festival, which takes place on Jan. 18, 19 and 20, highlights the traditional culture of Native Americans.

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Owners of Sarasota Kennel Club have not made clear what will happen to the track.
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Sarasota Kennel Club's final season is underway

Amendment 13 has officially banned dog racing in the state of Florida. What does this mean for the Sarasota Kennel Club, its fans and its greyhounds?

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Cheryl Mendelson's work includes experience in the arts, education and healthcare fields.
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Van Wezel Foundation hires CEO

The board announced Cheryl Mendelson, whose previous work includes an executive role at the Harris Theater in Chicago, will lead the foundation beginning in February.

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Brian Roberts welcomes participants at his Newtown clinic on Jan. 12.
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  • January 17, 2019
Star-studded clinic opens door for Newtown baseball

The Newtown baseball clinic was put on by former Baltimore Orioles All-Star Brian Roberts, with help from other community leaders

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Riverview sophomore defender Joey St. Onge out-leaps a Venice player for a header.
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Rams' stout defense has them in prime position

The Riverview High Rams boys soccer team is on track for another district title game berth, thanks in large part to its defense and goaltending.

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Sarasota weather page photo: Jan. 17

Niki Muller photographed people fishing for mullet one morning on Sarasota Bay.

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The Bay Island home at 707 Norsota Way recently sold for $3,114,000. Built in 1938, it has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 2,617 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $2.4 million in 2014.Â
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  • January 17, 2019
Bay Island home sells for $3,114,000

Residential real estate transactions for Dec. 31-Jan. 4

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In the demolition notice for the SeaBreeze Inn, issued Dec. 19, 12 different violations are listed.
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  • January 17, 2019
North Trail buildings draw concerns

Residents want the city to take action to address issues associated with derelict motels, which has led to a demolition order for at least one structure.

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