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Lakewood Ranch resident Morag Reid submitted this photo of a black-bellied whistling duck taken in his backyard.
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  • Observer Staff
  • July 31, 2015
East County photo contest winner: July 30

Lakewood Ranch resident Morag Reid submitted this photo of a black-bellied whistling duck taken in his backyard.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • July 31, 2015
GSJGA hosts Elite Junior Tour event

The Greater Sarasota Junior Golf Association held the Bill Rogers Memorial Championship July 23 and July 24.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Gecko's Grill & Pub presents a check for $4,000 to Sarasota County 4-H Clubs & Foundation.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • July 31, 2015
Gecko's anniversary barbecue benefits Sarasota 4-H clubs

Gecko’s Grill & Pub celebrated its 23rd anniversary this month with a BBQ and party for customers and members of the community. The celebration was also a fundraiser that will benefit the Sarasota County 4-H Clubs & Foundation.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Manatee County Sheriff's Office representatives, including Sheriff Brad Steube, wait ready to fight for additional funding.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • July 30, 2015
Manatee sets millage rate

Manatee County will not raise its millage rate to fund additional budget requests.

  • East County
  • News
beersoapcover!
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • July 30, 2015
Do This: Wild Ginger Apothecary Poolside Soap Release

Do This: Wild Ginger Apothecary Poolside Soap Release

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
KAHWAMAINWEB
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • July 30, 2015
Kahwa Coffee to open downtown

Kahwa Coffee to open downtown

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Alana Price paints multi-colored fireworks for her cityscape painting project.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • July 30, 2015
Lakewood Ranch Baptist Church teaches life lessons during day camp

The church held its first music, art and drama camp this summer.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Matt Walsh
  • July 30, 2015
It's a private-sector project

Sarasota is an ideal place to have a conference center. But not so ideal is the idea to fund one with tax subsidies. If it’s such a great deal, the private sector should do it.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Courtesy photo. Pine View student Aravind Byju meets President Barack Obama.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • July 30, 2015
Pine View student meets President Obama

Aravind Byju made the trip to Washington D.C. with the American Legion Boys Nation.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • July 30, 2015
Spice & Tea and Amore teach the art of cooking

The Spice & Tea Exchange on St. Armands Circle held its monthly chef series at Amore by Andrea on July 29.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Patriot Plaza at the Sarasota National Cemetery will host the 70 trumpet players as they play in honor of World War II veterans.
    By
  • Nick Reichert
  • July 30, 2015
The First Brass of Sarasota searching for 70-trumpet ensemble for V-J Day ceremony

The ceremony honoring World War II veterans will occur at the Sarasota National Cemetery at 6 p.m. on August 16.

  • Arts + Culture
Twelve-year-old Anna Lawrence swings to new heights.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • July 30, 2015
East County camp dreams up colorful games for attendees

Dream Oaks Camp attendees enjoyed a scavenger hunt, tie dying bandanas and playing messy Twister July 30.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • July 30, 2015
In Bloom: President and CEO for Selby Gardens

Jennifer Rominiecki started as the new President and CEO for Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in January.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Whitney Beach Plaza is also home to Longbeach Café, Design 200 and other long-term tenants.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • July 30, 2015
Whitney Beach Plaza attracts kayak shop

A new store that offers offer new and used kayaks and paddleboards for sale is coming to Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Melinda Jeter, Cindy Schultz, and Jeannette Kennedy are the three main vacation Bible school organizers. "Jeanette's the lead singer, I'm the lead guitarist, and Cindy is the base drummer in this," said Jeter.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • July 30, 2015
RiverLife vacation Bible school compete for crazy hair day

Children earned points for participating in group activities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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