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Authorities say two vehicles were traveling north on I-75 in Sarasota County, near the mile marker, when one of the vehicles collided with the other.
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I-75 crash leaves 2 dead in Sarasota: Man arrested for DUI manslaughter, troopers say
The BriefTwo people were killed in a crash Sunday afternoon on Interstate 75 in Sarasota, and a man is now facing a DUI manslaughter charge, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.FHP says a Toyota Camry sedan and a Nissan Pathfinder SUV were traveling north on I-75 near mile marker 203.
The now-demolished Sarasota Square Mall was once a happening spot in Sarasota County. It helped fill the needs of Sarasota residents, whether that meant shopping, eating, hanging out with friends, going on dates or seeing a movie.
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Sarasota reggae festival raises funds for Jamaica hurricane relief
SARASOTA, Fla. ( WWSB) - The Sarasota community gathered over the weekend for the United for Relief Reggae Festival to benefit Jamaica, held yesterday morning. Proceeds from the event will benefit food for citizens in Jamaica who are struggling and support on-the-ground relief efforts across Jamaica after this year’s deadly hurricanes.
The condo, with panoramic views of the Bayfront, will also come with a variety of amenities including a resort-style pool and intimate cabanas on the sundeck, a state-of-the-art fitness center with a yoga studio and infrared sauna, a pet grooming area and concierge.
A series of festively decorated boats sailed around Sarasota Bay during the Holiday Boat Parade supporting Suncoast Charities for Children.
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Steel pan artist brings island-style holiday show to Sarasota
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Steel pan artist John Patti will present his annual “Calyp-Soul Christmas” concert, an island-infused take on Christmas classics now in its 13th year in Sarasota. The theater-style concert features local musicians alongside national guest performers. Local artist Brian Byrd will perform on pedal steel guitar.
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'Our family is hurting': Sarasota mom on arrest of school staff member who inappropriately touched son
A Sarasota County mom is speaking out after her son says a staff member touched him inappropriately at school.
Inspired by the artwork on view at the Sarasota Art Museum, this year's Art Bash was titled Style Moderne in honor of the winter exhibition, "Art Deco: The Golden Age of Illustration."
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Chanukah Celebrations in Sarasota
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The eight-day Jewish festival of Chanukah begins at nightfall Dec. 14 and ends Dec. 22. Sarasota County will mark the holiday with several celebrations held at locations throughout the area. Chanukah Concert in Wellen Park:
A recent study found that this beach town near Sarasota is the most affordable place in the U.S. for "snowbirds" to escape to during winter.