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Applications for Longboat Key's new retirement board of trustees are now available at Town Hall.
  • By Caleb Motsinger
  • August 14, 2014
Volunteers needed for new retirement board of trustees

Applications are now available for five open seats.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Deputy Superintendent of Instruction Diana Green talks about the School District's recent technology purchases for county classrooms.
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • August 14, 2014
School Boards collaborate

The Charlotte, Sarasota and Manatee counties' School Boards met Aug. 13 at Polo Grill and Bar to share ideas on technology in the classroom and other relevant topics to today's students.

  • East County
  • Schools
Underwater robot Waldo was recovered by boat Aug. 13, following a mission that covered 140 miles and returned to Mote. (Mote Marine Laboratory)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • August 14, 2014
No red tide impacts detected alongshore

Mote, FWC and USF scientists continue to monitor a bloom at least 20 miles offshore from Dixie to northern Pinellas counties.

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Dani with her handler, Debra Cottrell, and Grace Daniels. Photo by Heather Merriman
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 14, 2014
Every dog has its day

Consulate Health Care of Sarasota's beloved service dog, Danielle, retires after providing five years of therapy to the residents and patients at Consulate.

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  • Neighbors
Jackie Fanara, Dr. Adam Bright, Jessica Miller and Nina Amaral. Courtesy photo
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 14, 2014
Run to Remember raises $13,000

Pines of Sarasota's 'Run to Remember' raised $13,000 for its Memory Care Unit.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Achim and Erika Ginsberg-Klemmt stand on the dock a Lawrence Pointe property owner built in 1994. The ownership of the dock, and of the land it sits on, has been questioned by the couple’s neighbors. Photo by David Conway
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 14, 2014
Couple fights zoning regulations

Achim and Erika Ginsberg-Klemmt have faced a litany of obstacles - and haven't backed down.

  • Sarasota
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  • David Conway
  • August 14, 2014
Vertical Horizon

Five hotels stand poised to spring up throughout downtown Sarasota, as early as next fall.

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The Siesta Key Village Association spoke at the Planning Commission meeting Thursday in support of the zoning code amendment to allow outdoor displays in the Village. Photo by Jessica Salmond
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 14, 2014
News Briefs

Displays in the Village one step closer to the outdoors; Judge dismisses Barfield Sunshine suit

  • Sarasota
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John Chrzczonowski has worked for months to rediscover the history behind the broken sculpture on the Sarasota Garden Club's property. President Olivia Haynes says his work has been huge for the club. Photos by David Conway
    By
  • David Conway
  • August 14, 2014
VIDEO: Garden Club pieces history together

After discovering pieces of a statue dating back to 1939 on the Garden Club's property, the group is working to repair the sculpture.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Until the bollard is replaced, the county covered the crumbling stump in front of the Lobster Pot with a caution cone. Photos by Jessica Salmond
    By
  • Jessica Salmond
  • August 14, 2014
Objects in Siesta Village are closer than they appear

Stationary objects in Siesta Key Village have taken a hit recently as drivers continuously knock over bollards, signs and other markers.

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 14, 2014
Our View

Primary recommendations

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  • August 14, 2014
Letters to the Editor

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: To send in your Letters to the Editor, email them to Deputy Executive Editor Jessica Luck at [email protected]. Letters pertaining to local issues receive priority. Letters may be edited for grammar and space.

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  • Observer Staff
  • August 14, 2014
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
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This home at 1540 Hillview Drive has five bedrooms, six baths, one half-bath, a pool and 7,074 square feet of living area. It sold for $4.5 million. Photo by Heather Merriman
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • August 14, 2014
Home in Siesta Properties sells for $8.85 million

A home in Siesta Properties tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
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  • Observer Staff
  • August 14, 2014
Sidelines

Junior players place in all-star showcase; Local golfers tee off in FSGA championship; Miracle League seeks players; Ohio State alumni to hold tailgate party

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