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The state grant will go in part to further Embracing Our Difference's annual art display in downtown Sarasota. Photo courtesy of Embracing Our Difference.
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The Sarasota nonprofit received $20,000 to further its art education programs.

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Lido Pool, located at 400 Benjamin Franklin Drive, is temporarily closed for repairs.
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The millage rate for fiscal year 2017-2018 is down and the taxable property value is up.

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Young Professionals Group recognizes Young Professional of the Year

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From here, the City Commission could assign lower millage rates, but no higher.
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Commissioners voted not to raise the citywide operating-budget millage, despite considering it at workshops last month.

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A condominium at 300 S. Pineapple Ave. recently sold for $2.1 million.
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