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  • October 3, 2018
Pine View School fence changes architect's vision for campus design

Alumnae and architect are shocked to discover that the Pine View School campus isn’t open anymore.

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  • By David Conway |
  • February 21, 2019
After growth, Ringling College updates master plan

School officials are taking stock of changes that have taken place on-campus in the past few years as they plan for the future.

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  • January 5, 2017
2017 Issues to Watch: Growth

From traffic to new development, concerns surrounding growth in Sarasota are mounting — but will those concerns lead to change?

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  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • January 25, 2017
How High: Building heights stall push for Longboat code changes

As town staff aim to bring dozens of properties into conformity, concerns about building heights bubble to the surface.

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  • By David Conway |
  • February 2, 2017
Pineapple Park fountain set for enhancements

The city is investing nearly $150,000 to restore the mermaid fountain at Pineapple Park — and that’s just the beginning of its plans to improve the downtown space.

  • Sarasota
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  • By David Conway |
  • October 15, 2015
Questions surround city's plans to establish architectural standards

The city has been working to develop architectural standards as part of a forthcoming form-based code, but it's still unclear what those standards will ultimately entail.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 4, 2015
Jam on Rye?

Mill Creek residents worry the addition of more than 1,000 homes will exacerbate a traffic situation that’s already sticky.

  • East County
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  • By Nick Reichert |
  • January 18, 2015
Movie Review: Inherent Vice

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  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • October 17, 2013
Homeless problem hits critical mass

Opinions are divided on what is to blame for a perceived spike in the size and geographic reach of Sarasota County's homeless population.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Jim DeLa |
  • August 28, 2024
Sarasota County staff explain causes of flooding from Hurricane Debby

The presentation led commissioners and residents to question whether the county's stormwater regulations are stringent enough.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 28, 2024
New sea turtle lighting issues arise for St. Regis Longboat Key

According to town staff, the resort has received $6,850 in fines since May 10, and Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium reported three sea turtle hatchling disorientations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • October 11, 2023
Longboat, Sarasota discuss Fruitville lane reduction, infrastructure projects

Commissioners from Longboat Key and the city of Sarasota met on Oct. 9 to share updates on infrastructure projects.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • November 14, 2023
Dog the Bounty Hunter partners with local anti-sex trafficking nonprofit

Selah Freedom, a faith-based organization, hosted "Dog the Bounty Hunter" and his wife, Francie Chapman, at its Light the Path gala on Nov. 9.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Ian Swaby |
  • April 18, 2024
Public comments remain hot topic for school board

The Sarasota County School Board approved several new staff positions and the use of an AI-based writing instruction program.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • April 24, 2024
Potential Longboat projects include flooding fixes, new rec center

At the latest strategic planning retreat, Longboat Key town commissioners talked about future major projects and reviewed the town’s initiatives for 2025-2026.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • November 20, 2024
Climate Adaptation Center focuses annual conference on human health

At the Climate Adaptation Center's fourth annual Florida Climate Conference, climate and medical experts spoke about how climate change impacts human health.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Dana Kampa |
  • August 27, 2025
Longboat Key leaders work to keep fishing lines out of ecosystem

Members installed GPS-marked recycling containers at Overlook Park and hope to help marine wildlife avoid entanglement.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By The Observer |
  • July 29, 2020
The Observer's 2020 primary election recommendations

With absentee ballots sent out and early voting starting Aug. 8, here are some insights and opinions to consider on the region’s candidates.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • May 17, 2022
New restaurants keep popping up in Lakewood Ranch

The lure of East County and its thousands of hungry newcomers is a magnet for Sarasota restaurateurs.

  • LWR Life
  • By Jay Heater |
  • August 31, 2021
Sarasota war hero dies at age 100

Sarasota's Gene Vaadi, who died Aug. 28, flew missions in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War.

  • East County
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