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Sarasota County commissioners approved a $10,000 grant and $3,500 of in-kind services to partially fund the Suncoast Offshore Grand Prix.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • March 19, 2013
Suncoast Offshore Grand Prix in jeopardy

A festival representative told Sarasota County commissioners March 19, that a funding shortfall could nix the 2013 boat races and Fourth of July bayfront fireworks.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Detectives charged David Radney, 33, for the burglaries after finding fingerprints at Dozier & Dozier and Horizon Mortgage.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • March 19, 2013
Sarasota Police arrest homeless man for burglaries

Fingerprints link convicted felon David Radney to burglaries at Dozier & Dozier and Horizon Mortgage.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The average homeowner in Sarasota County paid about $200 in the 2012 fiscal year to Sarasota County Public Hospital District.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • March 19, 2013
Sarasota County Public Hospital Board votes for Sarasota Memorial

Ponder & Co. determined the hospital system is worth between $425 million and $475 million, but Sarasota County Public Hospital board members vote to keep it public.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Luci is certified psychiatric service dog. She is a mastiff and weighs 197 pounds.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 19, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Woman's Club of Sarasota celebrates 100 years

Women celebrated the 100-year anniversary of the Women's Club of Sarasota Monday, March 18 at Florida Studio Theater to recognize their achievements and history. The women's club started in 1913 and they were originally housed in Florida Studio Theater.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Runners stop for water near the six-mile mark.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 19, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon

More than 3,600 athletes hit the streets of downtown Sarasota Sunday, March 17, for the eighth-annual First Watch Sarasota Half Marathon. Runners, dressed in St. Patrick's Day attire, competed in the 13.1 mile race. Evan Dehart, age 27, of Jupiter, Fla. Won the men's title in 1:10:24, and 26-year-old Sara Petrick, of Tampa, won the women's title in a record 1:19:34.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Payton Aaron couldn’t contain his enthusiasm has he raced down the first base line.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • March 19, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Miracle League of Manasota Opening Day

More than 100 children and adults hit the field for the Miracle League of Manasota's Opening Day March 16.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
The intersection at 10th Street and U.S. 41 would see a roundabout as part of a $100 million project to add the features along the bayfront.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • March 19, 2013
City to submit funding request for U.S. 41 roundabouts

If approved, the City Commission's funding request could fast-track construction of five of 10 planned roundabouts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Join Emily Walsh and Alex Mahadevan as they read today's Daily Headlines.
  • By Amanda Heisey
  • March 18, 2013
March 18: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: City Commission to discuss downtown sound committee, man found dead on Oakford Road, GreyHawk Landing prowler arrested, Creekwood woman dies in traffic incident, Black Tie UNTIED

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Tayler Jordan and Timm Swafford
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Prime Time

Members of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce met Wednesday, March 12, at New College of Florida for the organization's regular Prime Time event. Chamber members represented their respective businesses at booths, where they fielded questions and networked.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Sam Snead's St. Patrick's Party

Sam Snead's hosted its annual St. Patrick's Day block party Saturday, March 16, on Hillview Street. Partygoers dressed in green and enjoyed live music as well as traditional Irish food and drink.

  • Sarasota
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Sarasota County commissioners approved a staff recommendation to demolish unoccupied county buildings on Cattleman Road in August.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • March 18, 2013
Sarasota County Commission to hold planning workshop

Commissioners will discuss the future of Sarasota County Sheriff's Office facilities March 20.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
A debate about campaign signs continues on Longboat Key.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • March 18, 2013
Campaign-sign debate continues

Key resident Larry Grossman has urged Vice Mayor David Brenner to resign because he took campaign signs out of a Sarasota right of way.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Paddlers can enter the 12-mile Hyper Hawaii Endurance Challenge or the 3-mile fun paddle.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 18, 2013
Paddle boarders gear up for Siesta Key Classic

The inaugural Siesta Key Classic Paddle competitions will take place starting at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 20.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Wendy Suarez joined Jessie P. Miller Elementary School in January 2011.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • March 18, 2013
Creekwood woman dies in traffic incident

Wendy Suarez, the assistant principal at Jessie P. Miller Elementary School, died in a traffic accident Friday night.

  • East County
  • Schools
Jaime is a former breeder fro Southeastern Guide Dogs. Now she serves as a demo dog for her owner Judy Bordignon who is also a trainer.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • March 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Stoneybrook 10th Annual 5k and 10k Walk n' Talk

Residents at Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club of Sarasota participated in the 10th annual 5K and 10K Walk and Talk Saturday, March 16 to raise money for Paws for Patriots. Paws for Patriots is a program through Southeastern Guide Dogs that provides assistance to disabled veterans. Two hundred fifty people participated in donating to the cause and about 125 people did the walk around the Stoneybrook neighborhood. Residents raised $5000 for the program. 'The highlight is the generosity of the people who donate,' said resident Dick Neaves.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 18, 2013
Longboat swans go into nesting mode

Longboat Key's latest cygnets are due to hatch in mid-April, according to David Novak.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Marilyn Kurzawa and Kathy Shoenwolf
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Westchester Condo St. Patrick's Day Party

Renters at Westchester Condominiums hosted a St. Patrick's Day party Sunday, March 17, to show appreciation for owners' hospitality.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The Gulf Coast Leadership Institute’s fifth class graduated in June.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • March 18, 2013
Gulf Coast Leadership Institute seeks top 'dawgs'

Gulf Coast Community Foundation will choose up to 25 aspiring community leaders for its sixth summer training program through the University of Georgia.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
front, Martha Hildreth and Nancy Koran, back, Bob Koran and Jim Hildreth
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Beachplace St. Patrick's Day Party

Beachplace hosted a St. Patrick's Day party for residents Sunday, March 17.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The City Commission meets today at 2:30 and 6 p.m. at City Hall, 1565 First St.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • March 18, 2013
City Commission to discuss downtown sound committee

The committee will be made up of five to seven community members.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Helaine Weinstein and Linda Chalfin
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Promenade St. Patrick's Day Party

Residents of Promenade held a St. Patrick's Day Party Sunday, March 17.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sam Wheeler and Joe Artale
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • March 18, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Shamrock St. Patrick's Day Block Party

Hundreds of people gathered Sunday, March 17, at The Shamrock Pub, for the bar's fifth annual St. Patrick's Day Block Party. Partiers enjoyed green beer, Irish food, live music and art, and proceeds from the party will benefit the YMCA Foundation Youth Services.

  • Arts + Culture
The 24-member team, which competed in 33 events, broke all Florida TSA state records and secured 35 trophies.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 18, 2013
Braden River TSA students break records

BRHS Technology Student Association students earned 18 first-place finishes at the Florida TSA competition awards ceremony March 16.

  • East County
  • Schools
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office said in a news release there was not enough evidence to link the man to the burglaries, but he faces charges of loitering and prowling.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • March 18, 2013
GreyHawk Landing prowler arrested

Deputies investigating several vehicle break-ins in the GreyHawk Landing subdivision arrested a 19-year-old man Monday morning.

  • East County
  • News
Emergency services responded to a call about an injured person  at 12:43 a.m. Sunday, March 17 and discovered the body.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • March 18, 2013
Man found dead on Oakford Road

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a possible hit-and-run. A suspect is in custody.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Honorees Debbie and Larry Haspel
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • March 17, 2013
AJC 2013 Human Relations Award Dinner Honoring Larry and Debbie Haspel

AJC 2013 Human Relations Award Dinner Honoring Larry and Debbie Haspel

  • Black Tie
Carole Singer and Larry Parker
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 17, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Privateer St. Patrick's Day Party

Residents of Privateer North and Privateer South enjoyed their 10th annual commons party Sunday, March 17, for St. Patrick's Day.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Rick Marot along with his son Dan, granddaughter Ava, 7, and wife Charlene all got into the spirit of the party with beads, hats, headbands and crowns.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • March 17, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Mount Carmel's St. Patrick and St. Joseph Party

Parishioners of Our Lady of Mount Caramel Parish celebrated St. Patrick's Day and St. Joseph's Day, which is on Tuesday, March 19, Sunday, March 17, out behind Our Lady of Mount Caramel Parish.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Deborah Badyna and Vince Ciesliga
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 17, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Twin Shores and Gulf Shores St. Patrick's Day Parade

Twin Shores and Gulfshore mobile-home parks hosted a joint parade Sunday, March 17, to celebrate St. Patrick's Day and collect donations for All Faiths Food Bank.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Cathy Bischof, Joan Viguers and Jane Oaks
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 17, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Cedars St. Paddy's Day Party

Cedars Tennis Resort celebrated St. Patrick's Day Sunday, March 17, with an Irish menu, a bagpiper and green beverages.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Dr. Larry and Pat Thompson
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • March 16, 2013
The Sertoma Sarasota Celebrity Roast featuring Dr. Larry Thompson

The Sertoma Sarasota Celebrity Roast featuring Dr. Larry Thompson

  • Black Tie
Phyllis and Jim McGuire
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: St. Mary's St. Patrick's Day Dinner Dance

The men's guild of St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church hosted its third annual St. Patrick's Day Dinner Dance Saturday, March 16.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Bob Noyes, Chris Tussey and Ruth Gray
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Longbeach Village St. Patrick's Parade and Party

Residents of Longbeach Village participated in a parade through the neighborhood, which concluded with a cookout and potluck at the home of Craig and Cathy Meldahl.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jerry and Sirlene Bonney
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • March 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: SYC St. Patrick's Day Party

Sarasota Yacht Club celebrated St. Patrick's Day with a dinner dance Saturday, March 16.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Mike Awalt created this copper turtle.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Art at the Ranch

Art enthusiasts flocked March 16 to Lakewood Ranch Main Street for the annual Art at the Ranch event. The festival continues from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 17.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Spaghetti the Clown, also known as Marcelo Perez, entertained the children.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • March 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Kids Day at the Farmers Market

Families gathered at San Marco Plaza's weekly Farmers Market March 15, as it hosted a special Kids Day event.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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