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SOSS2 wants a detailed environmental impact statement that addresses any impacts to Siesta beaches.
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  • Jessica Salmond
  • February 2, 2015
Big Pass dredge opponents bolster legal pull

Save Our Siesta Sand 2 is preparing to defend Siesta against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, if necessary, with a partnership with the Florida Wildlife Federation.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
After a presentation tonight, Heritage Harbour South CDD supervisors hope residents will better understand how their assessments are determined.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 2, 2015
Heritage Harbour South CDD slated to discuss assessment methodology

At its meeting at 4 p.m. Feb. 3, the Heritage Harbour South Community Development District board will discuss the methodology used to determine the community's budget and assessments.

  • East County
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Guests enjoyed music from a live band at Starry Night Dinner 3: Celebrating the Production of Our Betters.
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 2, 2015
Starry Night Dinner 3: Celebrating the Production of 'Our Betters'

Starry Night Dinner 3: Celebrating the Production of 'Our Betters'

  • Black Tie
Susie Bowie and Roxie Jerde
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 2, 2015
Let Freedom Ring Luncheon featuring Charlayne Hunter-Gault

Let Freedom Ring Luncheon featuring Charlayne Hunter-Gault

  • Black Tie
Construction of two groins is under way at the eroded north-end beach.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 1, 2015
Scott's preliminary budget includes Longboat beach funds

The proposed 2015-16 budget includes $25 million in funding for beach projects statewide.

  • Longboat Key
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Jon Huntsman answers questions during the Q & A portion of the luncheon for the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture Series.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • February 1, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Jon Huntsman Town Hall lecture luncheon

Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman gave his outlook for the relationship between the U.S. and China during the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture series Feb. 2.

  • Sarasota
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Sarasota County Commission candidate Mike Moran currently serves on the board of the Southwest Florida Water Management District.
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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 1, 2015
First local candidate files for 2016 election

Republican Mike Moran will seek the District 1 seat on the Sarasota County Commission with significant local GOP support.

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The Planning Board and city staff have both recommended against the changes that would allow for the development of the parkland.
    By
  • David Conway
  • February 1, 2015
Commission to decide future of Fruitville Road Park

Today, the City Commission will consider amending its comprehensive plan to allow for the development of the parkland as part of an agreement with Benderson Development Co.

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Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. accepts a painting from Ringling College of Art and Design senior Cameron Kramer during a visit to Sarasota Monday.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • February 1, 2015
VIDEO: Huntsman criticizes money in politics before lecture

Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman is the latest Republican heavyweight to speak in Sarasota thanks to the Ringling College Library Association Town Hall Lecture Series.

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While Central Library is closed for three months, a temporary computer lab, located at 305 15th St. W., is open to the public.
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 1, 2015
Central Library closes for makeover

Central Library, located at 1301 Barcarrota Ave., Bradenton, will be closed for three months for renovations.

  • East County
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Jerry Cronin and Paul Ahem cheer on the Patriots.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • January 31, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Beachplace Super Bowl party

Beachplace residents enjoyed football and each other's company at a Super Bowl watch party on Feb. 1.

  • Longboat Key
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Seahawks Fan Karen Sawyer and Patriots fan Paul Kuell place their bets.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • January 31, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: The Shore Super Bowl party

Residents of the Shore gathered on Feb. 1 to watch the Seahawks and Patriots battle each other in the Super Bowl.

  • Longboat Key
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Seahawks fans George Stensgard and Matt Brieske cheer on their team at Longboat Terrace.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • January 31, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Terrace Super Bowl party

Residents of Longboat Terrace gathered on Feb. 1 to watch Super Bowl XLIX.

  • Longboat Key
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Scott Anderson and Pam and Jerry Claiborne and Richard Russell
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 31, 2015
Opera Gala

Opera Gala

  • Black Tie
Sharon and John Aragona
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 31, 2015
Catholic Charities Ball

Catholic Charities Ball

  • Black Tie
Emily and Alana Duffy fill a pot with soil to plant parsley during the Birthday of the Trees party.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 30, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Birthday of the Trees

Temple Emanu-El hosted a party to celebrate the Birthday of the Trees Saturday, Jan. 31 surrounded by the gardens at Sarasota Children's Garden.

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Edith Barr Dunn enjoyed a night surrounded by friend and family for a cocktail party.
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  • Amanda Morales
  • January 30, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Edith Barr Dunn Celebration

To celebrate memories with friends and family, Edith Barr Dunn hosted a cocktail party Saturday, Jan. 31 at Marina Jack

  • Sarasota
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U.S. Army Reserve Ret. Lt. Col. Dennis Dobbratz poses with Annette and Bob Ducatelli, retired Air Force.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 30, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Rosedale Military Ball

Members of the Rosedale Golf & Country Club honored vet eras past and present during its seventh annual Military Ball Jan. 31, at the clubhouse.

  • East County
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School of Russian Ballet dancers entertain a growing crowd.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 30, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Grand Ovation

The 9th annual Grand Ovation returned Jan. 31 to Lakewood Ranch Main Street, with live performances by local dancers, actors and other artists.

  • East County
  • News
David Glorius with Boys & Girls Club students Iniyah Martell and Maria Nicolosi at Steak & Burger to celebrate the Youth of the Year.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 30, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Boys & Girls Club Steak & Burger

Guests donned their best buckles and cowboy hats for the Boys & Girls Club event Steak & Burger to celebrate the Youth of the Year Friday, Jan. 30 at the Lee Wetherington location.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Gundrun and Jorgen Graugaard
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 30, 2015
Circus Sarasota Gala

Circus Sarasota Gala

  • Black Tie
Naara Silva, Savannah Roberts and T.J. Besterman are in first grade.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • January 29, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Football Frenzy

Children at the Tabernacle Christian School dressed in their favorite team's garb and headed to a grassy field Jan. 30 for the school's annual Football Frenzy and Bible Trivia event.

  • East County
  • News
This week's FYI Friday features news about local students, a controversial new slogan for SRQ Airport and more!
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • January 29, 2015
FYI Friday - Your weekly news roundup

Catch up on the week's most important and most interesting news stories from Sarasota, Longboat Key and East County with FYI Friday.

  • Siesta Key
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The 10,087-square-foot Johnson Estate was built in 2007. (File photo)
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 29, 2015
Johnson Estate sells for $5.3 million

The home was once listed for $13 million but was most recently listed for $7.5 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
New developments in the Sarasota County contributed to the uptick in impact fee revenues this year, including The Mall at University Town Center. File photo.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • January 29, 2015
Sarasota County collects $17.5 million in impact fees

The 2014 total was up $8.4 million from the 2013 fiscal year.

  • Sarasota
  • News
AJC West Coast Florida Regional Director, Brian Lipton addresses the sold-out audience for the luncheon.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 29, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: AJC Lunch & Learn

The American Jewish Committee met for the inaugural Winter Lunch & Learn luncheon Friday morning at Michael's on East.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Ivory Lounge owner Ambrish Piare filed a lawsuit last year alleging the Plaza at Five Points Condominium Association has made false claims in attempts to put the nightclub out of business.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • January 29, 2015
Ivory Lounge lawsuit against condo owners continues

Ivory Lounge owner Ambrish Piare's suit against the nightclub's downtown neighbors got a jolt this week, when a judge denied a motion to dismiss the case.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
The Mall at UTC will house Florida's eighth Microsoft retail location.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • January 29, 2015
Microsoft adds a store to UTC lineup

Microsoft is opening a store at The Mall at University Town Center.

  • East County
  • News
Stoneybrook residents Ken and Nancy Allen with Barbara Tierney.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 29, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Stoneybrook 20th anniversary

Residents of Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club commemorate the 20th anniversary for the community with a three-day celebration.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • January 29, 2015
Ivory Lounge lawsuit against condo owners continues in court

Ivory Lounge owner Ambrish Piare’s suit against the nightclub’s downtown neighbors got a jolt this week, when a judge denied a motion to dismiss the case.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Roger Capote and Rainer Scheer
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 29, 2015
3rd annual Fashionistas for a Cause Bartending Fundraiser

3rd annual Fashionistas for a Cause Bartending Fundraiser

  • Black Tie
Guide dogs patiently wait their turn with their handlers before the graduation ceremony.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 28, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Southeastern Guide Dogs graduation

Friends and family celebrated as nine handlers graduated with their new guides from Southeastern Guide Dogs Thursday, Jan. 29 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Area Coordinator for Southeastern Guide Dogs and puppy raiser Shay Doerner with 6-month-old Rocky.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • January 28, 2015
VIDEO: Southeastern Guide Dogs graduate

Nine handlers graduate from Southeastern Guide Dogs handler program Thursday, Jan. 29 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch senior Sean Fenton plays defense against Fort Meyers in a regional playoff game Thursday at Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jason Clary
  • January 28, 2015
Lakewood Ranch upset by Fort Myers

Fort Myers defeats the Mustangs via penalty kicks, 2-1 (5-4)

  • East County
  • News
Andrew Vac, of RE/MAX, with 2014 Chairman of the Board Yvonne Schloss and President Gail Loefgren, accepts his Chairman’s Award.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • January 28, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Chamber of Commerce awards luncheon

Chamber members celebrated their success throughout 2014 at the 56th annual meeting and awards luncheon on Jan. 29. Members were given awards, and incoming chair, Jeff Mayers, shared his goals for 2015.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Event coordinators Gwen Watson and Carol Meese
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • January 28, 2015
PHOTO GALLERY: Key Niners golf tournament

The Key Niners Women's Golf Association hosted 12 clubs and more than 120 women on Jan. 29 for a golf tournament.

  • Longboat Key
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