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Roger Capote pets Patches while Tony Pinho holds the husky mix puppy.
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • August 21, 2015
The Ranch Grill hosts furry fundraiser

Volunteers and supporters of Nate's Honor Animal Rescue flocked to the restaurant for the rescue's benefit.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Cathy Christophi with her friends Luke, Booboo and Mandy.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 21, 2015
Friday Fest grooves along the bayfront

Yesterdayze brings top hits from 1960s to life at Friday Fest concert.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Nicole Rissler and Scott Anderson are eager to see Nathan Benderson Community Park be fully developed and operational.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • August 21, 2015
Rowing park gains momentum

As Sarasota County braces to host the 2017 World Rowing Championships, local organizations are throwing their support to seeing plans for Nathan Benderson Park fulfilled as quickly as possible.

  • East County
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    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • August 21, 2015
Manatee County School District releases district facts

About 48,000 students will be enrolled for the 2015-2016 year.

  • East County
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 21, 2015
FYI Friday: Randy the Rooster ruffles feathers in Osprey

This week's FYI Friday features news about a cocky rooster, plans for Five Points Park and more!

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 21, 2015
Registration upcoming for BRLL

Registration will be held Aug. 28 (6-8 p.m.) and Aug. 29 (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and Sept. 4 (6-8 p.m.) and Sept. 5 (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.)

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 21, 2015
District starts year with fresh logo

The Sarasota County School District this week unveiled a new logo, which will debut as school begins Monday.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • August 21, 2015
BRSC registration underway

Registration for the Braden River Soccer Club fall recreational season is now open.

  • East County
  • Sports
Jeremy Guerrero and Alison Prouty in "Penitents" by Jack Gilhooley was presented during the Starlite Players' July series.
    By
  • Nick Reichert
  • August 21, 2015
Starlite Players announce lineup of new shorts for fall season

Two sets of comedy shorts will run at the Starlite Room in Sept. and Oct.

  • Arts + Culture
File photo. The shoals of Big Pass are the location for this weekend's Party on the Pass.
    By
  • Amanda Morales
  • August 21, 2015
Residents prepare to Party on the Pass

More than 1,100 people are slated to attend Sunday's event, which is aimed at creating awareness about plans to dredge the inlet north of Siesta Key.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Scientists found the longfin mako shark went as far north as New Jersey. It traveled 5,5000 miles in five months, averaging 36.5 miles per day.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • August 21, 2015
Rare shark tagged in Cuba discovered near Virginia

Mote scientists tagged a longfin mako shark Feb. 14 and tracked its movements until July 15.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • August 21, 2015
Weekend best bets: Dogs and Discounts and Nate’s Rescue Benefit

Two events this weekend will help raise money for two local animal rescue organizations.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
This rendering showcases the types of improvements the city is working to implement along First Street.
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 21, 2015
City to begin work on First Street improvements Monday

Starting Aug. 24, the city will partially close a portion of First Street for a $2.2 million project, implementing streetscape changes designed to create a more pedestrian friendly environment.

  • Sarasota
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  • Alex Mahadevan
  • August 21, 2015
Office Bar SRQ to replace Evie's on Ringling

Office Bar SRQ to replace Evie's on Ringling

  • Arts + Entertainment
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David Marquet is a retired U.S. Navy captain.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • August 21, 2015
Conversation with David Marquet

David Marquet, a retired naval captain, shares his wisdom on leadership and how to create a team of independent workers.

  • East County
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