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High at Hart's Landing
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  • October 30, 2024
High at Hart's Landing

Two men regain consciousness and walk away after denying being under the influence of narcotics. This and other Sarasota Police Department reports in this week's Cops Corner.

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Though Myakka’s ecosystems adapted to seasonal flooding, increased threats of pollutant runoff from outside the park is concerning.
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Hurricane's fury can benefit wetlands, such as Myakka River State Park

It can play an important role in shaping healthy, albeit dramatically changed, ecosystems.

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A rendering of One Park West.
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One Park West approval completes planning for The Quay

The construction schedule will depend on final plans for the adjacent Hyatt Regency site redevelopment, which will impact views and pricing in the 69-unit residential tower.

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1000 NORTH will be located in the BLVD Sarasota building at the corner of Boulevard of the Arts and North Tamiami Trail.
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Exclusive restaurant, club coming to Sarasota

1000 NORTH, with a long list of celebrity partners, will bring its second private dining club concept to the BLVD Sarasota building.

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8-year-old dirt bike rider hospitalized after crash with police officer
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The Sarasota Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating a crash Monday evening that involved an SPD officer and an 8-year-old boy riding a dirt bike.

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Venice photographer Clyde Butcher is flanked by President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden after receiving the National Medal of Arts on Oct. 21.
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  • October 28, 2024
Photographer Clyde Butcher wins National Medal of Arts

The honor is the highest award given to artists and arts patrons by the federal government.

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Boats make their way towards Midnight Pass.
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Boats numbering in the hundreds parade through Midnight Pass

Hosted by Killin It, the parade brought together local boaters who hoped to promote awareness of their enthusiasm for keeping Midnight Pass open.

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Pepper and Buster came dressed as ice cream cones.
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Dogs and humans get into costume at Dog-A-Ween

Attendees got creative with their Halloween costumes at the annual event, which was held at the Sarasota Farmer's Market.

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Obsidian would be built on this site next to Bay Plaza. The single-story building with seven storefronts will be demolished.
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  • October 28, 2024
Obsidian OK'd, but final approval is far from achieved

Bay Plaza residents have appealed administrative approval of adjustments of the 342-foot residential tower to the Planning Board, setting into motion perhaps two years of possible legal battles.

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Sarasota High School student volunteers at last year's inaugural Sarasota Slam Pickleball Tournament.
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Pickleball tournament to benefit hurricane victims

Sarasota High School Tennis Foundation's second annual Sarasota Slam will donate a portion of its proceeds to All Faiths Food Bank.

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Kids and adults celebrate Halloween at Boo! at The Bay

The event was an escape for the community from the recent troubles of storms, with trick-or-treating stations and costumes.

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Kerkering Barberio Managing Shareholder Robert Lane, Observer Media Group President Emily Walsh and immediate past chair of Sarasota Chamber Teri Hansen
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Sarasota Chamber celebrates awards and honors at annual meeting

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual meeting on Oct. 25, celebrating the community's businesses and the theme of resilience.

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The Columbia Restaurant is seen boarded up, bracing for Hurricane Milton, just two weeks after Hurricane Helene flooded it with storm surge. The St. Armands landmark is set to reopen Oct. 26.
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  • October 25, 2024
Columbia Restaurant on St. Armands to reopen Oct. 26

Cha Cha Coconuts is also back after nearly a month of work to repair damage from hurricanes.

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Arrest made in Wednesday night fatal crash
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  • October 25, 2024
Arrest made in Wednesday night fatal crash

Joshua Slieff of Sarasota County is charged with DUI manslaughter and two other charges in connection with a crash at Fruitville Road and Tuttle Avenue.

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Benderson Develpment plans to redevelop The Crossings at Siesta Key into a mixed-use lifestyle center.
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  • October 25, 2024
Benderson wins comp plan amendment for The Crossings at Siesta Key

Plans are to redevelop the former Southgate Mall in a mixed-use lifestyle center that includes up to 848 residential units.

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