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Golf scores, plus big time offers on the table for a Braden River running back.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 21, 2016
East County Wednesday Roundup: 12.21.16

Golf scores, plus big time offers on the table for a Braden River running back.

  • East County
  • Sports
The Goodwill Ambassador Holiday Party and Concert was held at the Music Compound on Dec. 6. Photo courtesy of Veronica Brandon Miller
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 21, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 12.22.16

From international holiday soirées to hungry whiskey drinkers, here's what's been happening on the social scene.

  • Black Tie
Mote' s Standing Investigations team conducted a necropsy on the dolphin on Tuesday, Dec. 20. Photo courtesy of Mote.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 21, 2016
Mote recovers dead dolphin off Longboat Key

The dolphin suffered from signs of lung issues and a moderate parasite load.

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Justin Halas said he can' t fathom he is teaching a "High on Jesus" class.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 21, 2016
Former addict now leads church group in Lakewood Ranch

Harvest United Methodist Church supports man's redemption in leading recovery ministry.

  • East County
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Eyob Fulmer, 3, eagerly eats a bowl of chicken Alfredo, fed to him by his mom, Ashlie Fulmer.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 21, 2016
Adoption story adds cheer to holiday season

Adoption story proves lesson in God's timing.

  • East County
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USA Group's Lance Craft and Ben Edmond say the company wants community support before it will move forward with installing small cell to improve cellular service in Lakewood Ranch. USA Groups is targeted communities that value aesthetics.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 21, 2016
Lakewood Ranch target of new cellular technology

A cell tower developer says it can help improve service in Lakewood Ranch, while maintaining community aesthetics.

  • East County
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The outlook for The Shore at Longboat Key will offer diners a view of Sarasota Bay. Terry O'Connor
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • December 21, 2016
The Shore on Longboat Key snags MoZaic chef

The Shore is one of four restaurant projects planned or underway on the Key. Here are a few details on the new dining landscape.

  • Longboat Key
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The renovation for the north Longboat Key Fire Rescue Station at 5492 Gulf of Mexico Drive less extensive, according to Fire Chief Paul Dezzi. Lt. Bryan Clark works on a truck while airing out the apparatus bays, Terry O'Connor
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • December 21, 2016
Station renovation plans show two-for-one price

After being told to bring down costs, Longboat Key Fire Rescue will ask the Town Commission for renovations to both fire stations on the island.

  • Longboat Key
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Marvin Quin, Lew Lawrence and Rob Harlan aboard Quin’s 37-foot sailboat at Bird Key Yacht Club.
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • December 21, 2016
Skippers disagree with push for bridge changes

The Longboat Key Revitalization Task Force is circulating a petition to prohibit certain bridge openings.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 21, 2016
Longboaters reminisce on holiday memories and mishaps

From cats knocking over the Christmas tree to lighting Hanukkah candles with grandchildren, the holidays are a time for memories, good or bad.

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File photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 21, 2016
Your Calendar: Christmas Services

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 21, 2016
Longboat Key shines bright with holiday lights

We spent hours looking for the best holiday lights, and thankfully, 11 spots got us in the holiday spirit.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Mayor Terry Gans rings the bell for the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign on Dec. 16.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 21, 2016
Mayor Gans makes nice list

The newly appointed mayor helped the Kiwanis Club with bell ringing for the Salvation Army.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Photo courtesy of Mote Marine Laboratory
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • December 21, 2016
Turtle Watch makes big donation

The organization donated $8,405 to Mote Marine Laboratory.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Conner Dutting-Morrell.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • December 21, 2016
Braden River racer zooms past adult competition

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
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