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Protesters rallied on Mitchell's behalf in June, 2013.
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  • December 7, 2015
Judge dissmisses suits against Sheriff over fatal Mitchell shooting

The family of Rodney Mitchell, killed attempting to flee from a traffic stop in 2012, accused the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office of wrongful death and tampering with evidence.

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The commission will discuss the benches at the evening session of today's meeting.
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  • December 7, 2015
City Commission to discuss returning benches to Five Points

Nearly five years after removing benches from Five Points Park in an attempt to combat homelessness issues, the city is considering bringing seating back.

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  • December 7, 2015
Holiday parade packs downtown Sarasota

Holiday floats, bands, horses — and goats — marched down Main Street Saturday, during the Downton Sarasota Holiday Parade.

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The co-owners of Marina Jack recently purchased the former Turtle Beach Marina.
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  • December 7, 2015
Marina Jack wins ‘Marina of the Year’ award

Trade publication Marina Dock Age has named Sarasota’s Marina Jack its 2015 National Marina of the Year.

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  • December 6, 2015
O' Christmas Tree: FirstSarasota singing tree comes to life

The 42nd annual Singing Christmas Tree kicks off performances Sunday, Dec. 6.

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Sarah Barg from the Circus Arts Conservatory dangles in midair above the 20th annual Downtown Sarasota Holiday Parade.
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  • December 6, 2015
Downtown Sarasota parade spreads holiday cheer

Residents line Main Street in anticipation of seeing Santa Claus and holiday floats.

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Dick Vitale took the opportunity to inspire students.
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  • December 4, 2015
Dick Vitale delivers scholarships to five Sarasota students

A total of $5,000 in college scholarships was awarded to five members of Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County.

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The holiday parade begins at 7 p.m. Saturday.
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  • December 4, 2015
Street closures announced for downtown holiday parade

The Sarasota Police Department has announced a series of street closures and tow away zones for Saturday’s Downtown Sarasota Holiday Parade.

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Republican Women's Club of Sarasota President Peggy Campbell and SPARCC Director of Development Mary Ellen Mancini
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  • December 4, 2015
Republican clubs celebrates the holidays together

Two Sarasota Republican clubs held a joint holiday luncheon Friday, Dec. 4 at Michael's On East.

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  • December 4, 2015
Commission chooses new chair, vice chair

Alan Maio assumed the crucial role for the upcoming year, and hopes to follow former Chairwoman Carolyn Mason's example.

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A view from the Osprey bay front.
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  • December 4, 2015
Sarasota County eyes bayfront property for park

The former owners defaulted on the property, which will go to the highest bidder before the end of the year.

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The 2015 Sarasota Music Half Marathon had a sold-out crowd and anticipates the same with more music added this year.
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  • December 4, 2015
Music Half Marathons raises the volume on race experience

The Sarasota Music Half Marathon returns for a second year with more bands along the route.

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Salvation Army volunteer Bettina Ettedgui and her pal Sydney team up every year.
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  • December 4, 2015
Salvation Army rings in fundraising season

Salvation Army Sarasota thanks volunteers with Kettle Kick-Off event Dec. 3.

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Dick and Marjorie Singer with Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Associates President Carmen Baskind with President and CEO Jennifer Rominiecki.
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  • December 4, 2015
Selby Gardens 6th annual Wine, Dine & Pine

The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Associates hosted the 6th annual Wine, Dine & Pine event Thursday, Dec. 3

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  • December 3, 2015
Gulf Coast Builders Exchange 2015 Social

Gulf Coast Builders Exchange 2015 Social

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