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Longbeach Village peacock problems are percolating at Longboat Key Town Hall again.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • May 19, 2015
Commission wants permanent peacock fix

Longboat Key, Longbeach Village

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • May 19, 2015
Has traffic affected tourism in Sarasota County?

During a presentation from the Tourism Development Council Tuesday, Sarasota County Commissioner Christine Robinson criticized “the rumor mill” about local traffic woes affecting tourism.

  • Sarasota
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"Go Bongo" features the familiar Schnauzer and Blanco's colorful and stylized design.
    By
  • Nick Reichert
  • May 19, 2015
Jorge Blanco's "Go Bongo" installed in Norfolk, VA

The colorful work is featured in the revitalized neighborhood of Ghent Station.

  • Arts + Culture
Florida Rep. Greg Steube will discuss state-level quarrels and other topics at the alliance luncheon.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • May 19, 2015
LWRBA hosts luncheon, discussions with Greg Steube and Bob Gause

Florida Representative Greg Stuebe and Manatee County School Board Chairman Bob Gause will host discussions at the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance's May Luncheon, May 20, at the Polo Grill and Bar's Fete Ballroom

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  • May 19, 2015
Former Sarasota County teacher faces grand theft charges

Sarasota County deputies arrested former Sarasota County School District science teacher and Cheesecake Factory waiter Douglas O’Connell for grand theft and fraudulent use of personal information Friday, after he allegedly stole credit card information fr

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • May 19, 2015
Commissioners appoint Stultz to Planning Board

Halfacre Construction Vice President Andy Stultz becomes the newest member of the Sarasota County Planning Commission, giving further influence to south county.

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  • Observer Staff
  • May 19, 2015
Last call for 2015 graduates

Do you know a soon-to-be graduate who lives on Longboat, Lido, St. Armands or Bird keys?

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    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • May 19, 2015
Students honor SMA co-founder with ceremony

The co-founder and former head of school for the Sarasota Military Academy retired after more than 15 years at the helm with a special ceremony during morning formations with cadets Tuesday morning.

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  • May 18, 2015
Week's best bets: Monday, May 18

Week's best bets: Monday, May 18

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Tim Tebow, 27, is a son of missionaries, who shares a love of religion, family, community service and (of course) football.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • May 18, 2015
Tim Tebow teaches East County life lessons

NFL quarterback of the Philadelphia Eagles, Tim Tebow, spoke at the 2nd annual Evening of Hope, Salvation Army of Manatee County, event May 15, at Bayside Community Church, in east Bradenton, East County.

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Jessica and Pat Fisher, Laura and Scott Eicher and Jenn Noble
    By
  • Cliff Roles
  • May 18, 2015
Dick Vitale Gala

Dick Vitale and The V Foundation hosted the 10th annual Dick Vitale Gala Friday, May 15, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Dr. Erinn Muller, photo courtesy of Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • May 18, 2015
Mote scientist receives prestigious grant

Dr. Erinn Muller received grant to research threatened coral.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • May 18, 2015
Burglar falls asleep on Sarasota victim's couch

The Sarasota Police Department charged 29-year-old Timothy Bontrager with burglary of an occupied dwelling for allegedly breaking into a home on the 3400 block of Tallywood Lane.

  • Sarasota
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Scott Atkins and Heather Clark
    By
  • Cliff Roles
  • May 18, 2015
From Showers to Flowers

Glasser Schoenbaum Human Services Center hosted From Showers to Flowers Friday, May 15, at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • May 18, 2015
Consultant continues search for new Gulf Coast Community Foundation CEO

Spencer Stuart has released a six-page candidate and position specification in its nationwide search to find a replacement for Gulf Coast Community Foundation President and CEO Teri Hansen.

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