Englishwoman saves starving otters in Thailand to rehome near Venice
Shirley McGreal founder of the International Primate Protection League rescued two caged baby otters starving at Bangkok airport after they were exported illegally and shipped to Paris then returned. She nursed them on an “otter milkshake” and they now romp on a farm east of Venice while four others from the same shipment died.
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Venice council revising charter risks city manager control
Rieth warns that moving finance director to council oversight wrecks the city manager concept and shifts budget formation from administration to elected officials. He argues the change eliminates proper checks and balance and endangers administrative stability. Council finalizes charter despite memo.
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Venice Revises Charter Cuts Plan for Two New Council Seats
Venice City Council approved final changes to the proposed revised charter. They delayed seating two added council members to the December election, keeping current mayor and council in control until then, and debated whether interim members should be elected or appointed. The date change for the municipal election to March was dropped as too complex.
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Jetty Price Reduced In Sarasota County Acquisition
Sarasota County will acquire the North Jetty property for 1.782 million, eight thousand less than the earlier 1.79 million offer by Barnett Mortgage Trust. Two appraisals set values at 1.34 and 1.9 million. trust company accepted the county’s revised price after negotiations and potential litigation.
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Tourists Flood Venice Area As Easter Rush Begins
Venice area reports heavy tourist influx for Easter season with 1976 counts 2376 in March and 2509 in April at the chamber office. Traffic congestion peaks at Business 41 and Bypass 41 while motels largely have rooms.
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Easter traditions and meanings across the world
The piece contrasts the bunny delivering eggs with Christian views of Easter. It notes Easter dating from lunar timing around March 21 and includes customs such as parades, sunrise services, egg rolling on the White House lawn, dyed eggs as symbols of life, and general celebration and indulgence.
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No Garbage Pickup Friday in Venice on Good Friday
Public Works Director Larry Heath announced no garbage collection in Venice on Good Friday to give city workers a holiday. Residents with Friday pickups will receive service on their next regularly scheduled collection day.
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