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The city is hoping to improve on the parking meters that drew significant public backlash when they were installed in 2011.
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  • David Conway
  • November 8, 2017
City showcases parking meters on St. Armands

From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, the city is inviting residents to test different models of parking meters ahead of a paid parking program on St. Armands Circle.

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Villa Cedro is part of the Sarasota Modern movement, which integrates natural Florida elements with the building. (Courtesy photo).
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  • November 7, 2017
North Sarasota estate sells for nearly $1.5 million

Villa Cedro was designed by acclaimed architect Carl Abbott.

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Skimming devices like this were found at Quik Fuel on Fruitville Road. (Photo courtesy of the Sarasota Police Department).
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  • November 7, 2017
Skimming devices found at Fruitville Road gas station

It's not clear how long the seven devices were on the pumps, which were last inspected in April.

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Adrien Lucas, Kafi Benz and Pat Rounds
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  • November 7, 2017
CONA celebrates 56th anniversary

Sarasota County Council of Neighborhood Associations gathered at Michael's Wine Cellar on Nov. 7.

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A dump truck blocked northbound lanes of I-75 Tuesday morning. (Photo courtesy the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.)
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  • November 7, 2017
Overturned dump truck blocks I-75 lanes Tuesday morning

Motorists were asked to avoid the area of I-75 northbound near Bee Ridge Road.

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Onlookers enjoy the 2016 parade. (File photo).
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  • November 7, 2017
Several downtown Sarasota roads to close for Veterans Day Parade

Vehicles will be towed if not removed from the parade route by 8 a.m. Saturday.

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  • November 6, 2017
Temple Emanu-El preschool celebrates Thanksgiving

Students serve up some holiday spirit during Temple Emanu-El preschool's Thanksgiving pageant.

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Sarasota football roundup: 11.03.17
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  • November 3, 2017
Sarasota football roundup: 11.03.17

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  • November 3, 2017
Riverview High football beats Sarasota High for sixth straight year

The Rams started slow offensively but got scores from their defense and special teams.

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  • November 3, 2017
CPC gives patrons a taste of hope

The Child Protection Center hosted its with annual Pillar of Hope tasting and awareness event.

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The homeless can go to the Salvation Army on 10th Street for two meals a day and to receive services.
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  • Cassidy Alexander
  • November 2, 2017
Local providers take regional approach to solving the homeless crisis

Leaders solidified a framework, called One by One, for a coordinated and consistent response system.

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Turtle season ended Oct. 31.
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  • November 2, 2017
Turtle tally takes slight downward turn, but stays strong

This season’s turtle nest count was just 85 fewer than 2016’s record-setting number, and Mote scientists think 2018 will be another good year.

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  • November 2, 2017
Sarasota weather page photo: Nov. 2

Mary Tygh Parks photographed these white ibises hanging out on Palmer Boulevard at the Celery Fields.

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Edy and Tom Bulthuis watch the bells ring after a Sunday afternoon service of the Church of the Redeemer on Palm Avenue.
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  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 2, 2017
Church of Redeemer commemorates parish bells

The bells were installed in 1967.

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Nikki Marceus practices her hammer throw at Booker High. The hammer throw is Marceus' favorite.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 2, 2017
Booker High thrower using 'superpower' for chance at scholarship

The junior took time away from the sport, but now refuses to throw away her shot.

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