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As the infrastructure of Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium's new Science Education Aquarium is being completed, the aquatic creatures who will live there are being prepared to move to their new home.

  • East County
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  • May 16, 2023
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The six-week abortion ban

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  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • May 25, 2023
Rezoning for East River Ranch approved

Residents voiced concerns about traffic and a lowered quality of life at the recent Manatee County Commission land use meeting.

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  • By Marty Fugate |
  • August 31, 2023
Artistic director showcases Urbanite’s commitment to new play development

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  • July 12, 2023
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  • May 19, 2021
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  • Sarasota
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  • May 20, 2021
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  • January 20, 2021
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