SARASOTA
Observer
Looking back to define the future. PAGE 1B
YOU. YOUR NEIGHBORS. YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD.
VOLUME 14, NO. 16
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THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 2018
TAKING A STAND
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SPD welcomes new police dog K-9 Bobbi is the newest member of the Sarasota Police Department thanks to a donation from Boar’s Head Brand. Bobbi is a 2-yearold German shepherd from Slovakia trained in finding explosive materials and devices. In a statement, Bobbi’s handler, Adam Arena, described Bobbi as “a loving dog with a secondto-none high-energy drive.” The Boar’s Head Brand donation made it possible to modify a patrol car for Bobbi, train her handler and purchase supplies. “We’re honored to be able to sponsor K-9 Bobbi and look forward to the tremendous service she will provide Sarasota,” Boar’s Head Brand Senior Director of Marketing Elizabeth Ward said in a statement.
Shane Donglasan
Students at Sarasota High School gather on School Avenue on March 14 with images of the Parkland shooting victims.
High school students walk out, speak up on safety. SEE PAGE 3A A+E
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Mayor Shelli Freeland Eddie and Eagle Scout Devin Beede.
Scout’s honor Devin Beede’s work to add benches to Circus Trail Nature Park didn’t just help him attain the rank of Eagle Scout — it’s officially made him a “favored citizen of our community.” The City Commission commended Beede, a senior at Sarasota High School, at a March 5 meeting. Last year, Beede led a project to construct and install benches at the park at the corner of Fruitville and Beneva roads.
Beach changes coming Residents prepare for controversial Lido renovations. SEE PAGE 9A
Melba Moore honors Billie Holiday’s legacy. INSIDE
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More work on Osprey The city hopes resurfacing won’t be disruptive. SEE PAGE 5A