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Mark Crawford
  • By Randi Donahue
  • February 10, 2015
Recipe for Success: Mark Crawford

Do you frequent the same local eateries and see the same faces each time you go? This feature helps you get to know these faces a little better. This week, get to know the face behind the bar at Roy's Hawaiian Fusion.

  • Arts + Culture
Friendship Centers Gala co-chairs Dawn and Mike Bear. Photo by Molly Schechter.
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • February 10, 2015
Black Tie & Tales

Friendship goes global; Love is in the air...; Big success under the big top; and Tidbits

  • Arts + Culture
Stacy Hanan
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 10, 2015
People with Purpose: Stacy Hanan

Stacy Hanan says despite juggling the demands of a busy schedule as a working mom, giving back remains one of her priorities.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 10, 2015
Standouts: A Passion for Fashion at The Palm Ball

This year's Palm Ball theme, "A Passion for Conservation," suggested red, pink and black gowns. And, as we expected, the passion for fashion was strong, with fabulous jewels, clutches and, of course, stunning statement dresses.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • February 10, 2015
Fashion Insider: Valentine's Day Fever

People seem to be polarized about Valentine's Day - they either love it, or they hate it. Black Tie was feeling pink and sparkly, so we shopped around town to see what fun things we could find in the spirit of Valentine's Day.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 10, 2015
Back in the running

We were skeptical last April when former Longboat Key resident John Wallace told us he had reached the finish line of his marathon career.

  • Longboat Key
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Edith Barr Dunn attended the Catholic Charities Ball in February 2007. File photo
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 10, 2015
The lady from Longboat Key

Restaurateur, philanthropist and Stetson hat lady Edith Barr Dunn died Feb. 4. She was 94.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
At-large incumbent Commissioner Phill Younger with his challenger, Gene Jaleski, and District 4 candidates Jack Daly and Larry Grossman. Photo by Robin Hartill
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • February 10, 2015
Candidates sound off at debate

Where do candidates stand on issues?

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • February 10, 2015
Cookie cruncher

Girl Scouts in Manatee County are in crunch time - cookie crunch time, to be exact.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Nancy's Bar-B-Q owner Nancy Krohngold says the future Lakewood Ranch Main Street location will offer patrons the same experience as the original Sarasota restaurant. Photo by Pam Eubanks
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 10, 2015
Nancy's Bar-B-Q coming to Main Street

The barbecue restaurant and Barre3 are the final ingredients. Now, Main Street is 100% leased.

  • East County
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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • February 10, 2015
County changes vote on Waterline Road project

The controversial Waterline Road project still has 195 units, but includes more buffering along the roadway.

  • East County
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Gene Witt began his career with the district as an educator in 1955. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • February 10, 2015
Former Manatee Superintendant Gene Witt leaves 'lasting legacy'

Witt, who worked in the Manatee County School District for 39 years, was 85.

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  • Observer Staff
  • February 10, 2015
News Briefs

Police recover body after plunge from Ringling Bridge; Town Hall to close for Presidents Day; Longboat Pass bridge work begins; Mote announces dolphin's death

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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 10, 2015
$42.1 million: The cost of undergrounding

A town-wide utility undergrounding project will cost taxpayers $42.1 million according to a draft report. Now commissioners can pick a project and let the voters decide in November if they want to pay for it.

  • Longboat Key
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Gene Jaleski has three complaints regarding past Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub hearings he wants the ZBA to review Thursday. File photo
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • February 10, 2015
Moore's, Mar Vista on Town Hall menu

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear complaints from Village resident and commission candidate Gene Jaleski Feb. 12.

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