Venice moves to designate manatee sanctuary in the harbor
Venice City Manager Dale Rieth and local conservationists push for state legislation to create manatee sanctuaries around Venice. If passed, boating would slow in designated areas to protect the herd, with support from State Senator Warren Henderson and Representatives Ted Ewing and Tom Danson.
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Venice City Manager Corrects Retirement Quote Misquote
Dale E. Rieth, Venice City Manager, asks for a correction to a Business Section caption and article that quoted him saying Venice would remain a retirement community. Rieth states the interview conveyed his view that Venice is a wonderful place to live and should sustain its older citizen base, not a personal endorsement.
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Venice Resident Criticizes Light Industry Push and Nonresident Spokesman
Letter from Jim Cooper of Venice disputes the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce campaign to attract more light industry led by a nonresident. He defends Council member Lucie Grey’s objection to lecturing elected Venice officials and recalls local housing issues and urban growth concerns. He urges staying informed and improving Venice.
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Venice
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Venice Welcome Note From A Newcomer
A newcomer to Venice shares appreciation for local coverage from the Gondolier and Mike Murphy. The writer notes three years of residence and favors Venice focused reporting over national outlets.
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Venice
Sarasota
Freedom of the press and First Amendment text
The excerpt cites Congress shall make no law abridging the freedom of speech or of the press, invoking the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. It reflects foundational protections for expression and media rights.
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Fantasy restoration of Venice Hotel sparks nostalgic visions
A writer recalls the 1926 Venice Hotel and imagines a renewed landmark in Venice Florida. He envisions a renovated courtyard dining under gulf sunsets with live music, bright lights, and advance reservations, while noting current money woes delay the project.
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When the Cheering Stopped and Wilson's Illness
A columnist reviews a book on Woodrow Wilson’s late presidency noting Mrs Wilson’s dominance during his stroke illness and a lack of public detail. The piece discusses secrecy, failed press digging, and the role of the vice presidency in maintaining government functions.
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