The Year in Pictures: January

Dr. Myra McPherson, 2012 Girl of the Year Shayla Brown, Shakeyla Dozier, Shaiya Dozier and Zandy Sanders Jan. 11 during the surprise reception for Zandy.

David Wittmar tells his life story through a traditional hoop dance during the Native American Festival in January.

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Marilyn Highland, Mickey Stone and Tanya Jones cut the ceremonial ribbon for the reconstruction of charter school Sarasota School of Arts and Sciences Jan. 22.

Bernadette DiPino is sworn into her new position as the city of Sarasota's police chief Jan. 18.

Nik Wallenda successfully completes his high-wire walk across U.S. 41 Jan. 29. The walk took about 11 minutes to complete.