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  • March 12, 2014
Obituary: Cotty Black Johnson

Cotty Black Johnson, 87, of Waterville, Ohio, and formerly of Longboat Key, died March 8.

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  • Observer Staff
  • March 12, 2014
Obituary: Lyman Frieze IV

Lyman Frieze IV, of Staten Island, N.Y., and Longboat Key, died Jan. 25.

  • Longboat Key
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • March 12, 2014
'The Grapes of Wrath' revives traditional folk

Tim Grimm selected two area musicians to play in his band on stage for "The Grapes of Wrath." They bring a new authenticity and soulfulness to the production.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • March 12, 2014
A&E Picks and Highlights

A&E Editor Mallory Gnaegy keeps you in the know about events, local performers and art gallery happenings.

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  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • March 12, 2014
Spotlight: Jamie Carter wears many hats, and he makes them, too

When Sarasota Ballet's Jamie Carter is not dancing, he's a hobby milliner, or hat maker.

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  • Robin Hartill
  • March 12, 2014
Shore resident shares insight on Ukraine crisis

After Anisa Mycak discussed the crisis with her condo neighbors, residents sent a message of solidarity to Kiev.

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  • Kelsey Grau
  • March 12, 2014
Your Neighbor | Milton Harr

Milton Harr, a former Marine, fought in the battle of Iwo Jima.

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    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • March 12, 2014
Best of Ceviche

Ceviche, the historically South American dish, features raw fish marinated in citrus juice. Here are some places we recommend:

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • March 12, 2014
En Provence condo sells for $3,225,000

A condominium in En Provence tops all transactions in this week's real estate.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • March 12, 2014
Black Tie & Tales

Firefly Gala's front row frenzy; Madcap madder than ever; Tidbits and Black Tie Affair.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • March 12, 2014
Business Briefs

Former deputy police chief joins Cannons Marina team; Longboat Key Dental to hold grand opening; Evan Barniskis promoted to assistant vice president; Rutstein named top Florida RE/MAX commercial agent

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  • Observer Staff
  • March 12, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

Greg Cummings submitted this sunrise photo, taken at Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • March 12, 2014
Fuzión Dance Artists conceptualize the art of couture

The first time Fuzión Dance Artists made costumes more of a priority is for its upcoming March 13 through March 16 "Dance Couture - Art Meets Dance" production.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Patti Waller
  • March 11, 2014
Fitness that fits: Stretch it out

Fitness that fits: Stretch it out

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  • Nick Friedman
  • March 11, 2014
Common Ground: Buffalo Wizards combine music, art and friendship

Common Ground: Buffalo Wizards combine music, art and friendship

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