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Top Headlines: Painter Killed, Missing Elephants, Heroin Trafficker

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1. UPDATE: Painter Killed in Crane Accident Has Been Identified

The man was found pinned between the building and a crane, according to Sarasota Police.

2. Mote Shows Interest in North Port Springs

Warm Mineral Springs in North Port has been closed since July 1, but word on the street is that Mote Marine Laboratory has their sights set on the attraction.

3. Sarasota DUI Patrols Announced For August

Here are the dates for upcoming DUI patrols in Sarasota County.

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4. Sarasota Man Sentenced for Heroin Trafficking

The case involved a 33-year-old Sarasota man and two women who transported heroin from Boston to Florida.

5. Where Did the Elephants in Burns Court Square Go?

Word on the street is one of the elephants is preggers! But don't worry, the family of elephants isn't moving to the Sarasota suburbs just yet.

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