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Ellen Levine lobbied her condo board, management, the Town's Public Works and Wast Management to allow boxes to be recycled at Sea Gate
    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • February 28, 2018
Longboat Sea Gate resident boxed in over recycling

Sea Gate does not allow its residents to recycle cardboard shipping boxes boxes, but Ellen Levine won't is determined to make it change.

  • Longboat Key
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  • Observer Staff
  • February 28, 2018
Questions and answers with Longboat Key Town Commission candidates

Six men face off in three races.

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Randy Clair
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 28, 2018
Questions and answers with Randy Clair

Incumbent Town Commissioner faces no challenger in March 20 election.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
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  • February 28, 2018
Longboat Key voting essentials

Before you vote, know what's up

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Summerfield resident Alan Roth checks to see the signal strength of his cell service in his home. He has trouble making and receiving calls from home.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 28, 2018
Lakewood Ranch residents frustrated by cell coverage

Some in the development still struggle with unreliable reception.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 28, 2018
Lakewood Ranch photographer embarks on picture-perfect endeavor

Kathryn DeYoung reinvents herself in retirement.

  • East County
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • February 27, 2018
Longboat Key tennis pros battle it out

Pros from the Longboat Key Public Tennis and the Longboat Key Club competed against each other Feb. 27.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Impact fees are paid by developers on new construction. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 27, 2018
Manatee County may cap impact fees

Commissioners will discuss impact fees at their March 1 meeting.

  • East County
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Honoree Nancy Page and Chairwoman Dana Keane
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 27, 2018
Caring Hearts gather for First Step's 15th annual luncheon

The Caring Hearts Luncheon was held Feb. 27 at Michael's On East.

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Flu shots are free for children and adults at the Sarasota County Health Department facility at 2200 Ringling Blvd. in Sarasota.
    By
  • Ryan Butler
  • February 27, 2018
Flu season not over yet, health officials warn

Despite recent declines in influenza activity, the virus could rebound locally in March.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • February 27, 2018
School district announces new Riverview High principal

Erin del Castillo will start July 1, pending school board approval.

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"Bullets Over Broadway" runs through March 11. Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • February 27, 2018
Woody Allen spoof proves musical theater can be murder at Players Centre

"Bullets Over Broadway" celebrates life in theater at The Players Centre for Performing Arts.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • February 27, 2018
Patrons dress to impress Shakespeare for FST fundraiser

Shakespeare's Shindig: A Modern Day Renaissance was hosted Feb. 26 at Florida Studio Theatre.

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Art Vetter from J.H. Williams Oil Company, Nolan asst. principal Lori Jones, owners Jose Rodriguez and Mike Hass, McNeal asst. principal Carol Ricks, County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh and owner Nick Salen presenting the checks.
    By
  • Amelia Hanks
  • February 27, 2018
Fundraiser pumps funds into schools

Local convenience store efforts will benefit Manatee County schools.

  • East County
  • Schools
Greg Steube is running for Congress.
    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • February 27, 2018
State senator announces congressional bid

Florida Sen. Greg Steube announced his campaign Monday, after U.S. Rep. Tom Rooney announced his retirement.

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