Million Dollar Gift to New College News
A million dollar gift is awarded to New College as described on page 6 of the newspaper. The report highlights the donation amount and the recipient institution. The article notes potential impact on the college’s programs and future fundraising.
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New College
Entertainment Top Singers to Perform in VLT Opera
A preview on page 13 notes a Sunday performance by leading vocalists in VLTs first opera production. The article highlights notable artists and the event’s anticipated reception.
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VLT
CORRADINO Named Leader at VACC
Local report notes Corradino assumes helm of the Valley Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry, guiding community business efforts. Page 8 preview indicates strategic plan and upcoming events to boost regional commerce.
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Corradino
VACC
REALTORS BREAK GROUND FOR NEW HEADQUARTERS
Real estate and development news report that REALTORS break ground for a new headquarters. The ceremony features local officials and planning details are outlined on page 7.
Little League Tryouts Set for Saturday
Local youth baseball season opens with tryouts this Saturday. Players urged to bring gloves and report to the field by 9 AM to join teams for the upcoming season.
Temperatures and Rainfall Data Snapshot
Daily weather record notes 8 a.m. readings for the preceding 24 hours. The entry logs temperatures and rainfall figures with date stamps for reference and comparison.
Venice City Schedule No Refuse Collection Monday
The City of Venice will observe Washington's Birthday on Monday, February 18, with no refuse collection that day. Monday routes move to Tuesday, and Tuesday routes shift to Wednesday.
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Venice
Washington
Gardner starts violent career criminal prosecution program
State Attorney James A. Gardner launches a Sarasota County initiative to identify violent career criminals early, push for maximum sentences, deny parole where possible, and speed trials with a Notice of Special Prosecution. The plan includes daily criminal history checks and notifying the Parole Commission after sentencing.
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James A. Gardner
12Th Judicial District
Sarasota County
Gardner
Parole Commission
Debate centers Venice Center use for political meetings
Sarasota county commission debated rental of Venice Community Center for political purposes. The Democratic Executive Committee received final approval to use the facility after questions about county policy and prior permission. Commissioner Saba criticized the reversal and called for policy clarification from Ed Maroney.
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Venice Community Center
County Commission
Sarasota
Democratic Executive Committee
John Saba
Ed Maroney
Larry Rhodes
Saba
Revetment project stalls in Venice council session
Venice officials debated whether to proceed with a $159000 city share of a shoreline revetment funded by a $340000 state grant. A 4-3 split defeated two motions. council tabling the project and trading beachfront land for Esplanade South rights won 4-3, while airport fund options also failed.
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Venice Municipal Beach
Anderson
Harry Case
R. L
Bob) Anderson
John Kalajian
Venice Beach
Esplanade
Frank Proctor
Proctor
Weight limit dispute on Manasota Key Road fuels commission debate
County commissioners grapple with a lawsuit from six contractors over an 11 000 pounds per axle weight limit on Manasota Key Road. The limit, imposed in January amid heavy truck traffic, hampers home construction and condominium projects, with residents seeking exemptions for concrete trucks to complete a house.
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James Neville
Manasota Key Road
Manasota Key
Charles Goode
Manasota Beach Road
Goode
Fencing Debate at Venice Airport Spurs Council Session
Venice city council discusses safety fencing at Venice Airport with a full chambers audience. Councilman R L Anderson outlines Lake Venice Golf Course history and its expansion onto airport land, noting fencing would still be away from runways. FAA inspections cited ongoing safety concerns.
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Venice
R. L
Bob) Anderson
Lake Venice
Anderson
Council
Federal Aviation Authority
FAA
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