FEB. 16: Daily Headlines Video

TODAY'S STORIES
+More hotel details emerge
A city committee still is weighing the merits of two, competing proposals for a Palm Avenue hotel site next to the garagei.

+SKA dogged about pooch ban
The Siesta Key Association is working with county officials to spread the word that taking dogs on the
public beach and not picking up dog waste are both illegal acts.

+BEST of the BEST
Scott Bill, whose son, U.S. Navy SEAL Brian Bill, died Aug. 6, 2011, in Afghanistan, will host a
fundraiser for the Navy SEAL Foundation Feb. 24, at Lakewood Ranch Cinemas.

+County preps for 'No Child Left Behind' adjustments
Manatee County Public Schools Superintendent Tim McGonegal said Florida schools, for years, have been
operating under two different accountability systems.

+Neighbors: Murray Brooks
This collector uncovers unique pieces of history and gives them new meaning.

+PHOTO GALLERY: Kiwanis Club Valentine's Ball
A red rose covered the table settings complete with red napkins, the 42nd street band was decked
in black suits with red ties, the lights were dimmed and love was in the air on Valentine’s Day at
Longboat Key Club and Resort’s Harborside Dining Room.